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Job Title Histology Technician II
Location Louisville, KY, 40219
Duration 6 Months
Job Type Temporary Assignment
Work Type Onsite
Shift Sunday-Thursday, 11:00 PM-7:30 AM
Overview TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client is a global animal health company dedicated to supporting customers and their businesses in ever better ways. Building on more than 65 years of experience, it delivers quality medicines, vaccines and diagnostic products, complemented by biodevices, genetic tests and precision livestock farming.
Job Description
A Histology Tech II is responsible for performing routine laboratory tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of animal health conditions.
Key responsibilities include working under minimal supervision on embedding tissue, cutting and staining of samples, operating laboratory equipment, and maintaining accurate records.
This role supports the Global Diagnostics division at the client and will work closely with internal veterinary pathologists and other lab personnel to ensure the highest standards of quality and accuracy in our diagnostic services.
Position Responsibilities
Under minimal supervision, prepare thin slices of tissue for analysis
Cut various tissue types using microtomes and operate the automated tissue stainer
Examine, adjust, and process the tissue for proper sample preservation
Independently perform tissue embedding of various tissue types
Mount the tissue sample on the slide and stain or dye the sample to emphasize abnormalities
Prepare and troubleshoot special stains and IHC slides
Recognize factors that affect procedures and quality results, and take appropriate action when corrections are necessary
Review histology slides for quality and consistency
Perform special stains as requested by pathologists
Assist with using advanced techniques like molecular pathology or electron microscopy
Clean and operate all equipment within the anatomic pathology lab
Perform quality control checks on daily H&E stain
Complete other relevant tasks as required
Education and Experience
2+ years of experience in histology required
HT or HTL Certification in histology preferred
Proficiency in various staining techniques and equipment
Technical Skills
Strong attention to detail
Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software
Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Robust organizational and time‑management abilities
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Fluency in English language
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity
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Base pay range $25.00/hr - $25.00/hr
Job Title Histology Technician II
Location Louisville, KY, 40219
Duration 6 Months
Job Type Temporary Assignment
Work Type Onsite
Shift Sunday-Thursday, 11:00 PM-7:30 AM
Overview TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This Client is a global animal health company dedicated to supporting customers and their businesses in ever better ways. Building on more than 65 years of experience, it delivers quality medicines, vaccines and diagnostic products, complemented by biodevices, genetic tests and precision livestock farming.
Job Description
A Histology Tech II is responsible for performing routine laboratory tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of animal health conditions.
Key responsibilities include working under minimal supervision on embedding tissue, cutting and staining of samples, operating laboratory equipment, and maintaining accurate records.
This role supports the Global Diagnostics division at the client and will work closely with internal veterinary pathologists and other lab personnel to ensure the highest standards of quality and accuracy in our diagnostic services.
Position Responsibilities
Under minimal supervision, prepare thin slices of tissue for analysis
Cut various tissue types using microtomes and operate the automated tissue stainer
Examine, adjust, and process the tissue for proper sample preservation
Independently perform tissue embedding of various tissue types
Mount the tissue sample on the slide and stain or dye the sample to emphasize abnormalities
Prepare and troubleshoot special stains and IHC slides
Recognize factors that affect procedures and quality results, and take appropriate action when corrections are necessary
Review histology slides for quality and consistency
Perform special stains as requested by pathologists
Assist with using advanced techniques like molecular pathology or electron microscopy
Clean and operate all equipment within the anatomic pathology lab
Perform quality control checks on daily H&E stain
Complete other relevant tasks as required
Education and Experience
2+ years of experience in histology required
HT or HTL Certification in histology preferred
Proficiency in various staining techniques and equipment
Technical Skills
Strong attention to detail
Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and software
Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Robust organizational and time‑management abilities
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Fluency in English language
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Other
Industries
Medical Practices
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