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Histology Technician

Endeavor Health · Evanston, IL · $29.03–$43.55 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you found an error in your work. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report errors honestly, which protects patient diagnoses.

Are you HT or HTL certified through ASCP, or eligible to sit for it?

What they are checking: Whether they meet the certification requirement.

This schedule starts at 5:30 a.m. with every other weekend. How do you prepare for an early shift?

What they are checking: Whether they can commit to the early hours that keep slides ready for pathologists.

About the work

Tell me about your experience with manual embedding and microtomy. What makes a good section?

What they are checking: Whether they have the hands-on skill the posting lists as a key preference.

Have you used a rapid microwave tissue processor like the Xpress or a Sakura Auto TEK embedder?

What they are checking: Whether they know the specific equipment they will run in this lab.

How do you prevent mixing up blocks or slides from different patients?

What they are checking: Whether they follow labeling and tracking rules, since a mix-up could lead to the wrong diagnosis.

A pathologist says your slide has chatter and folds. What causes that and how do you fix it?

What they are checking: Whether they can troubleshoot common microtomy problems and take feedback well.

Walk me through how you would perform a special stain and check that it worked.

What they are checking: Whether they understand control slides and quality checks.

How do you handle cryotomy of skin specimens for immunofluorescence?

What they are checking: Whether they know frozen sectioning technique for this specific test.

How do you stay safe working with formalin, xylene and sharp blades?

What they are checking: Whether they follow lab safety rules for chemicals and sharps.

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The full job description

As published by Endeavor Health.

Hourly Pay Range: $29.03 - $43.55 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: • Position: Histology Technician • Location: Evanston Hospital • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time • Hours: Monday-Friday, 5:30am-2pm, e/o weekend and rotating holidays What you will do: • Processing tissues using Xpress microwave rapid tissue processor • Embedding: Manual and Automated using Sakura Auto TEK embedder • Microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks both manual and auto embedded • Recuts of tissue blocks • Special Stains • IF cryotomy of skin specimens What you will need: • Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Laboratory Science and Histology routine training or Completed accredited Histology Technology program. • Certification: HT/HTL Certificate (ASCP), equivalent or eligible. • Experience: 1 year experience in Histology Laboratory preferred • Unique or Preferred Skills: Ability to perform manual embedding and microtomy of paraffin embedded tissue blocks. Benefits: • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options • Tuition Reimbursement • Free Parking • Wellness Program Savings Plan • Health Savings Account Options • Retirement Options with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay • Community Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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