Histotechnologist / Histotechnician
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.
At a Glance
Histotechnologist / Histotechnician. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 0.5–1 years. Top skills: Histology, Microtome, Pathology.
Not available
High school or GED
0.5–1 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Histotechnologists
Median Wage
N/A
Growth (2024-34)
Not available
Education
Varies
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Histology
Microtome
Pathology
Embedding
Lifting Ability
Laboratory Equipment
Tissue Processors
pH Meters
Cryostat
Knife Sharpening
Neurology
Human Subject Research
Specimen Processing
Anatomical Pathology
Specimen Accessioning
Specimen Preparation
Clinical Trials
Financial Statements
Common Skills (3)
Research
Detail Oriented
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Certifications (3)
Certified Histotechnician (HT-ASCP)
Certified Histotechnologist (HTL-ASCP)
American Society For Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification
Related Specializations
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