Histology Technician I - PM or Nights

ThedaCare • Appleton, WI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Histology Technician I prepares tissue sections from surgical material for microscopic study and interpretation by the pathologist. The role is based at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton, Wisconsin, and offers a PM or night shift based on candidate preference. The listed PM shift is 12:00 PM–8:00 PM; the night shift is 10:00 PM–6:00 AM. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with no weekends and no on-call coverage required. The posting lists 32 hours a week and 40 scheduled weekly hours, with a scheduled FTE of 1.

The position works in a medical setting with exposure to blood and body fluids, chemicals, and biohazardous materials. It involves use of computers throughout the workday and frequent keyboard use with repetitive hand, wrist, and finger motion. The role is non-exempt.

Requirements

• Hold current Histotechnician (HT) certification issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC); or have 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from a regionally accredited college or university, including 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry with credit in both; or have an associate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry with credit in both, earned within or in addition to the degree.
• Have one year of full-time acceptable experience in a histopathology laboratory (clinical, veterinary, industry, or research) in the U.S., Canada, or an accredited laboratory within the last five years, and obtain ASCP BOC Histotechnician (HT) certification within one year of employment.
• Be able to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling, and lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure specimens are properly accessioned, labeled, and suitable for testing.
• Embed tissue into paraffin blocks.
• Cut tissue sections to the proper thickness for the tissue type and place samples on glass slides.
• Perform routine and special stains, immunohistochemistry, cover slipping, verification, and distribution of slides.
• Perform and document quality control; evaluate results and take corrective action under the guidance of a team leader or supervisor.
• Perform and document cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instruments and equipment.
• Assist pathologists during frozen section procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all accrediting agency standards.

Benefits

• Lifestyle Engagement resources, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps (Wonder and Ripple), and mental health support.
• Access and affordability offerings, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.
• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree