Histology Technician
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Mid
Associate's
Oconomowoc, WI, USA+2 moreMore locations: Milwaukee, WI, USA | Glendale, WI, USA
RemoteTravel to the Wauwatosa, Oconomowoc, and Glendale clinics is required.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryDiagnostics & Laboratory Professionals
About the job
Requirements
- An associate’s degree is required.
- Completion of a NAACLS histology training program is required.
- HT ASCP certification or completion of a Histology Technician training course, with eligibility to sit for the exam, is required; certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
- Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures, with a strong understanding of anatomy and tissue pathology, is required.
- Detail orientation is required.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills are required to collaborate with diverse teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment is required.
- High integrity, ethical judgment, and confidentiality when handling sensitive data are required.
- Ability to learn new software quickly is required.
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, leadership, and the public is required.
- Ability to use time productively and contribute to company operational efficiency and effectiveness is required.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information is required.
Responsibilities
- Obtain and prepare tissue specimens for microscopic examination, including grossing, fixation, cutting, mounting, and staining tissue samples for dermatopathologist review.
- Prioritize and complete procedures accurately and promptly while maintaining accurate records in compliance with established policies and regulations.
- Perform complex histology procedures using a variety of techniques.
- Accession, receive, and prepare tissue specimens.
- Perform grossing and inking when agency requirements are met.
- Prepare media, chemicals, reagents, and solutions.
- Process tissue, including embedding, microtomy/cutting, staining, cryostat use, and freezing.
- Label and prepare slides.
- Perform quality control on completed slides.
- With oversight, identify problems that may affect diagnosis and results.
- Examine slides under a microscope to detect deviations from the norm and report abnormalities.
- Preserve and store samples.
- Clean and maintain instruments, equipment, and work areas.
- Log, file, track, and store specimens and slides.
- Maintain laboratory supplies inventory.
- Maintain documentation in all CLIA-required and clinic- or laboratory-preferred QA/QC logs.
- Comply with requirements and complete compliance training.
- Work three 10-hour days and travel to the Wauwatosa, Oconomowoc, and Glendale clinics.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- CLIA qualification is preferred: a minimum of 60 semester hours, including 24 hours in medical laboratory technology, or 24 hours comprising 6 hours of chemistry, 6 hours of biology, and 12 hours in any combination of chemistry, biology, or medical technology, plus three months of documented laboratory training in high-complexity testing by specialty.
- At least two years of experience as a histology technician is preferred.
About the company
Forefront Dermatology provides dermatology care through a physician-led network of practices organized to deliver high-quality patient care. The company operates by offering centralized support services—such as back-office, operations, and administrative resources—so individual dermatologists can focus on medicine while still benefiting from the scale of a larger organization. The business grows by acquiring independent dermatology practices, creating a national platform where clinicians retain clinical autonomy but gain access to shared services and resources. The company has expanded from a single Wisconsin practice to a larger Midwest-and-beyond footprint and has attracted private equity investment to accelerate growth. Its goal is to enable dermatologists to deliver excellent patient care at scale by combining clinical autonomy with centralized, efficient support.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Founded
1977
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- January 2026 Swann Dermatology added five Missouri locations, extending Forefront’s Midwest density and scale.
- Forefront opened multiple 2025-2026 clinics, including Charlotte, Newtown, Columbia, and Cedar Rapids.
- Matt Mellott’s 2023 CEO appointment coincides with continued geographic expansion and specialty-service growth.
What critics are saying
- June 2025 DOJ settlement over false wound-repair claims exposes coding controls and payer scrutiny.
- 2026 Vukmer litigation shows aggressive noncompete enforcement, risking doctor departures and recruiting backlash.
- A big PE-owned rollup depends on acquisitions; a stalled deal pipeline weakens growth fast.
What makes Forefront Dermatology unique
- Forefront leads U.S. dermatology with 280-plus locations across 31 states as of February 2026.
- Physician-led ownership keeps dermatologists clinically autonomous while centralizing billing, recruiting, and expansion support.
- Its mix of medical, surgical, cosmetic, and Mohs care broadens referral capture and revenue.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Profit Sharing
- Employee Discounts