Gundersen Health System·La Crosse, Wisconsin
Responsible for receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination. Duties include accessioning, embedding, sectioning, and performing various staining techniques for pathologists.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Emplify Health by Gundersen is looking to add a fulltime Histology Technician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) to our laboratory team.
What You'll Do: As a Histology Technician/Technologist, you will be responsible for performing various tasks required for receiving, processing, and preparing patient tissue specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologists' Assistant and Pathologist.
Duties include specimen receipt and accessioning, tissue processing, embedding, paraffin sectioning, H&E staining, and special staining; averaging around 400 blocks a day.
What's Available: Fulltime, 72 hours biweekly (0.9 FTE) Monday - Friday day shifts, starting at 8a with call rotation Orientation would be variable day shifts (start times range between 5a to 8a) Starting pay of $25.96 per hour and up, based on your years of experience What You'll Need (Histology Technician): Associate degree with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry (must include credit hours in both), or ASCP board-certified HT/HTL A copy of the applicant's/employee's diploma and/or transcript as confirmation of the education requirement must be provided at the time of hire 1 year of current or previous healthcare, laboratory or research work experience required American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification within 2 years of hire We will train the skills and provide the books and study materials needed to pass the boards Self-starter with strong fine motor skills and attention to detail Knowledge of biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology is essential for success in this role What You'll Get?
Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate, based on your years of experience, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!
Join our passionate team and make a difference in the daily lives of our patients.
If you are motivated, skilled, and dedicated to delivering exceptional laboratory services, we would love to hear from you.
About Us: Emplify Health by Gundersen is a physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system that includes a teaching hospital; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services.
We serve more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties throughout western Wisconsin, northeastern Iowa, and southeastern Minnesota.
Our La Crosse, WI main campus is a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and a Level II Trauma Center.
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If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.
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Requires an associate degree with specific biology and chemistry credits or ASCP certification. Candidates must have one year of healthcare or laboratory experience and obtain HT/HTL certification within two years of hire.
Market context
In Wisconsin, histology technician and histotechnologist openings are typically driven by steady demand in hospital and diagnostic laboratories that support pathology workflows. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an associate degree with biology and chemistry credits or ASCP certification, plus prior healthcare or lab experience and a plan to earn HT/HTL certification within two years. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your coursework and certification timeline before applying.