Histotechnician Histotechnologist

Lighthouse Lab Services is proud to partner with a leading well-established diagnostic laboratory in the Milwaukee area to recruit skilled Histotechnicians and Histotechnologists. This opportunity offers competitive compensation multiple experience levels and the chance to join a high-quality team committed to exceptional patient care. If youre looking to advance your career in histology within a supportive and reputable laboratory setting wed love to connect with you.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Histology professional to join our expanding team in Milwaukee WI. This opening is available at multiple levelsHistology Technician I Histology Technician II and Histotechnologistdepending on experience education and certification. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing routine and complex histologic procedures that support high-quality patient diagnostics within a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.

We offer competitive compensation opportunities for career development and a supportive team culture. Candidates will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications.

Available Levels & Compensation:

Histology Technician I:Entry-level / uncertified Histology Technician

• Certification required within 1 year of hire

• Pay Range: $22.17 $33.26 per hour

Histology Technician II: Certified Histology Technician with fully mastered HT I competencies

• Must be HT(ASCP) or equivalent

• Pay Range: $23.06 $34.59 per hour

Histotechnologist:Advanced role requiring higher-level certification and education

• Bachelors degree required

• HTL(ASCP) certification required

• Pay Range: $24.94 $37.41 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities vary slightly by level but may include:

• Perform routine histological procedures including embedding microtomy staining and coverslipping.

• Prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination following established protocols.

• Assist with special stains and immunohistochemistry (depending on competency level).

• Maintain and troubleshoot histology equipment and instruments.

• Ensure accurate labeling documentation and specimen tracking for quality and compliance.

• Adhere to all laboratory safety standards (CAP CLIA OSHA).

• Participate in quality control and quality assurance processes.

• Support workflow efficiency by maintaining supply inventory and assisting team members.

• Additional advanced responsibilities for HT II and HTL roles may include complex testing procedure validation and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications:

Histology Technician I

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred)

• Histology training or lab experience preferred

• Ability to obtain HT certification within one year of hire

Histology Technician II

• HT(ASCP) certification required

• Demonstrated mastery of all HT I competencies

• Prior experience in a clinical histology laboratory preferred

Histotechnologist

• Bachelors degree in a biological science or related field

• HTL(ASCP) certification required

• Prior advanced histology experience strongly preferred

Shift:

• Monday - Friday
• 2:00 am 10:30 am

About us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services we offer solutions to help start grow and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 18 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities including persons with disabilities.

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