Histology Technician

Sanford Health·Marshfield, Wisconsin

$24 - $35/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 26 days ago

Practice for this role

Histology Technician · $24 - $35/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-32% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Marshfield, Wisconsin ($35.00/hr, n=177)

$14.00/hr · p10p90 · $350/hr

this role: $23.75/hrmedian $35.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 177 posted healthcare roles in Marshfield, Wisconsin rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 32% below the Marshfield, Wisconsin median for similar positions.

The Histology Technician is responsible for receiving and preparing tissue specimens for routine and special examinations. They perform complex histological procedures including grossing, embedding, microtomy, and staining to produce slides for diagnosis.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation:

Salary Range

$23.75 - $34.50 Union Position: No Department Details Marshfield Histology gives the ability for a histotech to work in multiple areas and grow in their career. There is also great flexibility in the department as well as no weekend or on call work for the straight night position. Summary Receives and prepares tissue specimens for routine and special examinations. Performs complex histological procedures using techniques to gross, embed, perform microtomy, and stain to make tissue slides used for diagnosis.

Job Description

Responsible to review slide quality. Maintains and repairs lab instruments. Disinfects work area and stocks supplies. Ensures all lab safety, quality control and quality assurance standards are met. Will work with self-discipline and good judgment while following established standards of practice. Will be responsible for performing routine duties in all areas of the Histology Laboratory. May be required to interact with all ages of client population. Recognize responsibilities of other laboratory and health care personnel and interact with respect for their jobs and patient care. Keep abreast of new procedures in the department as well as changes in general hospital policy and procedures.

Qualifications

Associates degree in Laboratory or Biological Sciences required.

Possess a national certification as a Histology Technician from an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or must be registry eligible upon hire and receive Histology Technician (HT) certification within twelve months. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate degree in Laboratory or Biological Sciences. A national certification as a Histology Technician from an approved agency like ASCP is required or must be obtained within twelve months of hire.

associate degree
professional certificate
Quality control
Staining
Microtomy
Histology
Quality assurance
Specimen preparation
Laboratory safety
Clinical pathology
Tissue embedding
Lab instrument maintenance

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $24 - $35/hr
Location: Marshfield, Wisconsin
Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Application: Employer website

Wisconsin histology technician market

Wisconsin employers typically look for histology technicians in hospital and diagnostic lab settings where specimen processing and slide preparation support pathology workflows. These roles can be competitive because candidates need both an associate’s degree in laboratory or biological sciences and either current national certification or registry eligibility with certification completed within twelve months. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your certification status before applying.