H-1B Visa Histology Technician Jobs
Histology Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at minimum a bachelor's degree in histotechnology, biology, or a related science. Employers in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and pathology labs file LCAs with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the annual 85,000-cap lottery applies unless your employer is cap-exempt.
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20
Position Summary
Prepares, processes, cuts and stains histology sections to be diagnosed by a Pathologist or investigator.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepares histology sections by processing tissue and embedding, cutting, and staining prepared sections.
- Performs special techniques such as immunohistochemical techniques and stains and cutting of frozen tissue.
- Prepares and changes solutions and reagents.
- Performs general maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Maintains supply and chemical inventories.
- Cleans and prepares staining set and conducts quality control.
- Performs record keeping and clerical support functions.
- Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Requires extensive safety training
- Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at desk or table
- Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
Equipment
- Lab/research equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Histology Technician (1 Year)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Equivalent of two years college education in biology, chemistry, clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology.
- HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Histotechnician (HT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), Histotechnologist (HTL) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Eye-Hand Coordination, Histological Techniques
Grade
C08-H
Salary Range
$20.57 - $30.84 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website to view a summary of benefits.
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Scheduled Hours
20
Position Summary
Prepares, processes, cuts and stains histology sections to be diagnosed by a Pathologist or investigator.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepares histology sections by processing tissue and embedding, cutting, and staining prepared sections.
- Performs special techniques such as immunohistochemical techniques and stains and cutting of frozen tissue.
- Prepares and changes solutions and reagents.
- Performs general maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Maintains supply and chemical inventories.
- Cleans and prepares staining set and conducts quality control.
- Performs record keeping and clerical support functions.
- Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Requires extensive safety training
- Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at desk or table
- Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement
Equipment
- Lab/research equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Histology Technician (1 Year)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Equivalent of two years college education in biology, chemistry, clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology.
- HT(ASCP) or HTL(ASCP) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Histotechnician (HT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), Histotechnologist (HTL) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Eye-Hand Coordination, Histological Techniques
Grade
C08-H
Salary Range
$20.57 - $30.84 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website to view a summary of benefits.
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Histology Technician
Verify your HT credential satisfies specialty occupation
USCIS requires a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge. An HTL (ASCP) certification paired with a bachelor's in a biological science strengthens the specialty occupation argument considerably over an associate degree alone.
Target cap-exempt employers for faster filing
Hospitals affiliated with universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government labs are cap-exempt. They can file H-1B petitions year-round rather than waiting for the annual lottery window, cutting your wait time significantly.
Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Pull DOL Labor Condition Application records for pathology departments and hospital systems to see which employers have actually sponsored Histology Technicians. This filters out labs that list H-1B on job postings but rarely file.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing wage for SOC code 29-2012 in your metro area. Check the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offer meets Level I or Level II thresholds before countering.
Ask employers about their E-Verify enrollment upfront
STEM OPT and cap-gap bridge scenarios require E-Verify enrollment. Confirming enrollment before your final interview round avoids late-stage complications if your current work authorization expires near the October 1 H-1B start date.
Get your foreign credentials evaluated early
If your histotechnology degree is from outside the U.S., a NACES-member credential evaluation must accompany your H-1B petition. Starting this three to four months before your employer plans to file prevents delays that can push you past the petition deadline.
H-1B Visa Histology Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Histology Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in histotechnology, biology, clinical laboratory science, or a closely related field. Employers must document in the H-1B petition that the role normally requires a specific degree, not just any bachelor's degree. Pathology labs and hospital systems with standardized job descriptions tend to have stronger specialty occupation arguments than smaller independent labs.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Histology Technicians?
Academic medical centers, large hospital networks, and university-affiliated pathology departments file the most H-1B petitions for laboratory roles. Many of these employers are also cap-exempt, meaning they can file outside the annual lottery. You can search verified LCA filing history by employer and occupation on Migrate Mate to identify which specific organizations have sponsored this role.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Histology Technician positions?
DOL requires employers to certify on the LCA that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for SOC code 29-2012 in your work location. Wages are tiered from Level I through Level IV depending on experience and responsibilities. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable wage level for your city before negotiating your offer, so you understand the floor your employer is legally required to meet.
Can a Histology Technician on OPT bridge to H-1B status without a gap in work authorization?
If you're on post-completion OPT and your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year if your petition is selected in the lottery. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify for the cap-gap extension to apply. USCIS updates the I-94 end date once the petition is received.
Does an HTL certification from ASCP strengthen an H-1B petition for this role?
An HTL (ASCP) or HT (ASCP) certification strengthens the specialty occupation argument because it demonstrates specialized theoretical and practical knowledge aligned with the degree requirement USCIS evaluates. It doesn't replace the degree requirement, but adjudicators weigh professional credentials when assessing whether the position is genuinely specialized. Including certification documentation in the initial petition reduces the likelihood of a Request for Evidence on specialty occupation grounds.