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29-2011.04Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Histotechnologists

Apply knowledge of health and disease causes to evaluate new laboratory techniques and procedures to examine tissue samples. Process and prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May solve technical or instrument problems or assist with research studies.

Primary Directive

Assist in the preparation and analysis of tissue specimens for diagnostic purposes.

Execution Steps
  1. 1

    Embed tissue specimens

    Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks to preserve them for further analysis.

  2. 2

    Cut tissue sections

    Cut sections of body tissues using microtomes for microscopic examination.

  3. 3

    Stain tissue specimens

    Stain tissue specimens with dyes to enhance visibility of cell details under microscopes.

  4. 4

    Compile materials for pathologists

    Compile and maintain records and materials for distribution to pathologists, including surgical drafts and slides.

  5. 5

    Operate laboratory equipment

    Operate computerized laboratory equipment to prepare tissue samples for analysis.

Toolbox Requirements
MEDITECH softwareMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.