How do they match: 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.

  • Prepare or use prepared tissue specimens for teaching, research or diagnostic purposes.
  • Prepare substances, such as reagents and dilution, and stains for histological specimens according to protocols.
  • Compile materials for distribution to pathologists, such as surgical working drafts, requisitions, and slides.
  • Examine slides under microscopes to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
  • Perform procedures associated with histochemistry to prepare specimens for immunofluorescence or microscopy.

  • Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Prepare medications or medical solutions.
  • Distribute supplies to workers.