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Histotechnician roles at hospital systems, academic medical centers, and reference labs regularly qualify for EB-3 skilled-worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers document a good-faith U.S. worker recruitment effort before filing an I-140 petition, putting you on the path to lawful permanent residency. Securing sponsorship as a histotechnician depends on targeting employers with established foreign national hiring pipelines.
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This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, position located at Delnor Hospital in Geneva.
Must be able to work Monday through Friday 4am - 12:30pm.
The Histotechnician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Histotechnician performs routine histology procedures, in accordance with all department specific SOPs and guidelines, resulting in the stained slides for microscopic review and diagnosis by the Pathologist. This position is responsible for communication with pathologists, residents, and coordinators/supervisors regarding specimen problems. The position is also required to participate in the laboratory occurrence management program.
Responsibilities:
- Performs cassette-log reconciliation. Initiates appropriate programs on conventional and microwave tissue processors. Recognizes, resolves, and documents standard processor alarms.
- Embeds biopsy, routine surgical, and autopsy tissues, if applicable, per SOP. Recognizes adequacy of processing.
- Identifies and orients tissues correctly. Documents tracking and quality issues on embedding log.
- Performs and documents routine paraffin block reconciliation. Prioritizes blocks based on established guidelines.
- Operates microtome per SOP, and determines appropriate block orientation and alignment, knife angles, and settings to obtain representative sections.
- Recognizes acceptable vs. unacceptable sections; evaluates instances in which specific tissue might require a deviation from standard procedures to ensure diagnostic sections are produced.
- Appropriate documentation including specimen identification throughout all technical and clerical processes including in the laboratory information system, as well as cassettes, slides and logs, as required by regulatory compliance.
- Operates automated instrumentation to stain and coverslip microscopic slides.
- Performs manual methods during instrument downtimes.
- Recognizes, resolves, and documents unacceptable staining, coverslipping results and/or instrument failure.
- Performs special staining techniques using automated instrumentation and manual methods.
- Identifies appropriate positive and/or negative controls. Evaluates stains microscopically for acceptable results.
- Executes sectioning and staining of frozen tissues. Identifies and corrects staining deficiencies. Documents stains and quality issues.
- Performs and/or assists with gross examination, dissection, and selection of representative tissue for microscopic examination for designated specimen, if applicable by site. Resolves discrepancies prior to gross examination and escalates to supervisor or Pathologist when necessary.
- Utilizes dictation equipment to document description per procedure, if applicable.
- Investigates, escalates, and documents any discrepancies or unresolved issues appropriately.
- Prioritizes technical workload based on assignment or established priorities, responds effectively to changes in workflow adjusting work to incorporate STAT requests or fluctuations in work volume.
- Exercises independent judgment in the performance of technical responsibilities.
- Practices the proficient and safe use of all equipment necessary for the completion of all duties and responsibilities within defined turn-around times.
- May perform required Quality System responsibilities including initiating “Quality Investigation Reports”, if needed.
- Reports equipment or instrument malfunctions appropriately.
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Cleans and disinfects laboratory areas per SOP. Performs minor spill cleanup per SOP when necessary.
- Notifies coordinator promptly of any supply issues.
- May participate in Safety and Infection Control activities. Follows all required safety procedures, assumes a proactive role in laboratory safety.
- Takes initiative for personal development by attending teleconferences, educational sessions, and required meetings, etc.
- May participate in the training or teaching of students and staff in the department.
Additional functions:
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- May be asked to assist in specific process improvement projects.
- May be asked to assist with problem resolution regarding patient specimens including root cause analysis.
Qualifications
Required:
- Associates degree (if hired after 1/19/2025) with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry OR must have successfully completed 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from an accredited (regionally or nationally) college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology or chemistry, qualifying the applicant to take the national ASCP certifying exam. Must provide proof of education as stated in CLIA guidelines.
- Certification Requirement: Must obtain Histotechnician (HT) ASCP certification within 1 year of hire.
- Must meet requirements for performing high complexity testing as defined by federal licensing guidelines (CLIA) and accreditation agencies (TJC,CAP).
Preferred:
- Associated degree as Histotechnician.
Compensation
- The salary range for this position is $28.56 - $39.99 (Hourly Rate).
Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
Benefits:
- $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
- $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
- $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
- $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
- Matching 401(k)
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
- Paid time off and Holiday pay
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.
Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.
Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.
From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.
Equal Opportunity
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Description
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, position located at Delnor Hospital in Geneva.
Must be able to work Monday through Friday 4am - 12:30pm.
The Histotechnician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Histotechnician performs routine histology procedures, in accordance with all department specific SOPs and guidelines, resulting in the stained slides for microscopic review and diagnosis by the Pathologist. This position is responsible for communication with pathologists, residents, and coordinators/supervisors regarding specimen problems. The position is also required to participate in the laboratory occurrence management program.
Responsibilities:
- Performs cassette-log reconciliation. Initiates appropriate programs on conventional and microwave tissue processors. Recognizes, resolves, and documents standard processor alarms.
- Embeds biopsy, routine surgical, and autopsy tissues, if applicable, per SOP. Recognizes adequacy of processing.
- Identifies and orients tissues correctly. Documents tracking and quality issues on embedding log.
- Performs and documents routine paraffin block reconciliation. Prioritizes blocks based on established guidelines.
- Operates microtome per SOP, and determines appropriate block orientation and alignment, knife angles, and settings to obtain representative sections.
- Recognizes acceptable vs. unacceptable sections; evaluates instances in which specific tissue might require a deviation from standard procedures to ensure diagnostic sections are produced.
- Appropriate documentation including specimen identification throughout all technical and clerical processes including in the laboratory information system, as well as cassettes, slides and logs, as required by regulatory compliance.
- Operates automated instrumentation to stain and coverslip microscopic slides.
- Performs manual methods during instrument downtimes.
- Recognizes, resolves, and documents unacceptable staining, coverslipping results and/or instrument failure.
- Performs special staining techniques using automated instrumentation and manual methods.
- Identifies appropriate positive and/or negative controls. Evaluates stains microscopically for acceptable results.
- Executes sectioning and staining of frozen tissues. Identifies and corrects staining deficiencies. Documents stains and quality issues.
- Performs and/or assists with gross examination, dissection, and selection of representative tissue for microscopic examination for designated specimen, if applicable by site. Resolves discrepancies prior to gross examination and escalates to supervisor or Pathologist when necessary.
- Utilizes dictation equipment to document description per procedure, if applicable.
- Investigates, escalates, and documents any discrepancies or unresolved issues appropriately.
- Prioritizes technical workload based on assignment or established priorities, responds effectively to changes in workflow adjusting work to incorporate STAT requests or fluctuations in work volume.
- Exercises independent judgment in the performance of technical responsibilities.
- Practices the proficient and safe use of all equipment necessary for the completion of all duties and responsibilities within defined turn-around times.
- May perform required Quality System responsibilities including initiating “Quality Investigation Reports”, if needed.
- Reports equipment or instrument malfunctions appropriately.
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Cleans and disinfects laboratory areas per SOP. Performs minor spill cleanup per SOP when necessary.
- Notifies coordinator promptly of any supply issues.
- May participate in Safety and Infection Control activities. Follows all required safety procedures, assumes a proactive role in laboratory safety.
- Takes initiative for personal development by attending teleconferences, educational sessions, and required meetings, etc.
- May participate in the training or teaching of students and staff in the department.
Additional functions:
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- May be asked to assist in specific process improvement projects.
- May be asked to assist with problem resolution regarding patient specimens including root cause analysis.
Qualifications
Required:
- Associates degree (if hired after 1/19/2025) with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology and chemistry OR must have successfully completed 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of academic credit from an accredited (regionally or nationally) college/university, with a combination of 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) in biology or chemistry, qualifying the applicant to take the national ASCP certifying exam. Must provide proof of education as stated in CLIA guidelines.
- Certification Requirement: Must obtain Histotechnician (HT) ASCP certification within 1 year of hire.
- Must meet requirements for performing high complexity testing as defined by federal licensing guidelines (CLIA) and accreditation agencies (TJC,CAP).
Preferred:
- Associated degree as Histotechnician.
Compensation
- The salary range for this position is $28.56 - $39.99 (Hourly Rate).
Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
Benefits:
- $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
- $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
- $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
- $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
- Matching 401(k)
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
- Paid time off and Holiday pay
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.
Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.
Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.
Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.
From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.
Equal Opportunity
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Histotechnician
Verify your HT certification before applying
Most PERM job descriptions for histotechnician roles list ASCP Board of Certification as a minimum requirement. Having your HT(ASCP) credential in hand before applying removes a common employer objection that can stall or sink a sponsorship offer.
Target academic medical centers and large reference labs
Hospital systems affiliated with universities and national reference laboratory networks file PERM petitions more regularly than independent community labs. Look for employers with dedicated HR compliance teams, which signals an established process for sponsoring foreign national laboratory staff.
Search sponsored histotechnician openings on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers who have actually completed PERM filings for lab roles rather than guessing which postings will lead to a real sponsorship offer.
Understand how the PERM prevailing wage affects your offer
Before accepting an offer, cross-reference the employer's proposed salary against the OFLC Wage Search for your job zone and metro area. If the offer falls below the DOL prevailing wage, PERM certification will be denied regardless of employer intent.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment documentation timeline
PERM requires employers to complete a specific recruitment window, post a job order, and retain documentation before filing. Asking about this upfront tells you whether the employer has done it before and how long you should expect to wait before the I-140 stage.
Prepare a credential equivalency letter for foreign degrees
If your histology training came from outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before your employer starts the PERM process. USCIS will scrutinize whether your foreign degree meets the stated minimum requirements in the approved PERM application.
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Find Histotechnician JobsHistotechnician Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a histotechnician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most histotechnician positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires an associate degree or postsecondary certificate plus ASCP certification rather than a full bachelor's or advanced degree. EB-2 sponsorship is possible if the employer can justify an advanced degree requirement for a specialized senior or research-focused histology role, but that is uncommon for standard HT positions.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for histotechnicians?
H-1B requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation demanding at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which is difficult to establish for most histotechnician positions. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual lottery, leads directly to permanent residency rather than temporary status, and is the more practical and accessible path for most foreign histotechnicians seeking to work long-term in the U.S.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for histotechnicians?
The full employment-based green card process typically spans two to four years when combining PERM labor certification, I-140 adjudication, and adjustment of status or consular processing. PERM itself currently averages well over a year at DOL due to analyst review backlogs. Nationals from countries with high EB-3 demand, such as India and China, may face additional priority date waiting periods beyond those timelines.
How can I find histotechnician employers who actually sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for histotechnician roles filtered by employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history. Because PERM filings are public DOL records, Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have completed the process before, saving you from pursuing postings at labs that have never navigated foreign national sponsorship and are unlikely to start for a single hire.
Will my foreign histology credentials be accepted during the PERM process?
USCIS compares your actual qualifications against the minimum requirements stated in the certified PERM application. If your degree or training is from outside the U.S., you'll need a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization confirming equivalency to the U.S. standard listed in the job description. Your employer should build this requirement into the PERM job description drafting stage to avoid a mismatch that triggers a denial.
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