Histotechnician - Lombard, IL
- Location
- Lombard, Illinois, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Day Shift The Histotechnician prepares skin tissue specimens for microscopic examination by a dermatopathologist. This position performs tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining while maintaining specimen identification, slide quality, and timely workflow. The Histotechnician follows laboratory procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements to support accurate patient diagnosis. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Verify specimen, cassette, and slide identification throughout the histology process; promptly report discrepancies.
- Process tissue specimens according to established procedures, including proper reagent selection and processing schedules.
- Embed skin biopsies and excisions with appropriate orientation to preserve tissue and demonstrate diagnostically important structures and margins.
- Perform microtomy to produce high-quality sections while minimizing tissue loss, folds, chatter, and other artifacts.
- Prepare routine hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) slides and assess staining and section quality before delivery to the pathologist.
- Prepare deeper levels, serial sections, recuts, and unstained slides as requested or required by laboratory protocols.
- Perform special stains and immunohistochemistry, as assigned, following documented procedures and quality control requirements.
- Recognize processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining problems; troubleshoot within the scope of training and escalate unresolved issues.
- Organize and prioritize work to support established turnaround times and urgent requests.
- Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment; document maintenance, temperatures, reagent changes, and corrective actions.
- Monitor supplies and reagent expiration dates and communicate inventory needs.
- Maintain accurate records in the laboratory information system and required quality logs.
- Follow procedures for tissue preservation, block and slide storage, and retrieval.
- Follow chemical hygiene, infection prevention, patient privacy, and waste disposal procedures.
- Complete required training and competency assessments and participate in quality improvement activities.
- Communicate effectively with pathologists and laboratory staff regarding specimen issues and workflow needs.
- Assist with training new staff as assigned.
#INDCS Requirements
• Education and training that meet applicable requirements for the testing performed and the laboratory’s personnel policies.
- Education and training that meet applicable requirements for the testing performed and the laboratory’s personnel policies.
- Completion of an accredited histotechnology program or equivalent qualifying education and laboratory training.
- Knowledge of tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, routine staining, and laboratory safety.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain accurate specimen identification.
- Ability to work independently within established procedures and collaborate with a laboratory team.
• Histotechnician certification, HT(ASCP) , or Histotechnologist certification, HTL(ASCP) . • Previous histology experience, preferably in a dermatopathology laboratory. • Experience embedding and sectioning small skin biopsies and oriented excisions. • Experience with special stains, immunohistochemistry, automated laboratory equipment, and laboratory information systems. Benefits Benefits of joining Qualderm Partners:
- Competitive Pay – Attractive compensation to reward your hard work
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – Includes Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to keep you covered
- Generous 401(k) Plan – Company matches 100% of the first 3%, plus 50% of the next 2%, with immediate vesting
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Accrue PTO from day one, plus enjoy 6 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays each year
- Company-Paid Life Insurance – Peace of mind with basic life coverage, with the option for additional plans
- Disability Protection – Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect you in unexpected circumstances
- Additional Wellness Plans – Accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection plans for extra security
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Access confidential support for personal or work-related challenges
- Exclusive Employee Discounts – Save on products and services with special discounts just for you
- Referral Bonus Program – Earn bonuses by referring qualified candidates to join the team
QualDerm Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States in a full-time basis. Compensation Range: $24.00 - $37.00 per hour. Final offer will be based on a combination of skills, experience, location, and internal equity.
From Qualderm Partners's careers page (Workable), checked 29 Oct 2026.
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Posted 13 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job