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Histotechnologists and Histologic Technicians
SOC 29-2011.03
Prepare histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist in research studies.
8
Skills
8
Knowledge
3
Job Zone
No
Green
Top Skills 8
Active Listening3.8
Critical Thinking3.6
Reading Comprehension3.5
Monitoring3.2
Speaking3.1
Science3.1
Active Learning3.1
Writing3.0
Knowledge Areas 8
Biology3.9
Chemistry3.7
Customer and Personal Service3.3
English Language3.3
Administration and Management3.0
Mathematics3.0
Education and Training2.9
Clerical2.8
Key Tasks
1Stain tissue specimens with dyes or other chemicals to make cell details visible under microscopes.
2Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination using microtomes.
3Mount tissue specimens on glass slides.
4Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrate tissue specimens with wax.
5Examine slides under microscopes to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
Also Known As
Certified Histologic Technician
Charge Histotechnologist
Clinical Laboratory Manager
Histologic Aide
Histologic Technician
Histology Assistant
Histology Laboratory Aide
Histology Specialist
Histology Technician
Histology Technologist
Tools & Equipment
Anti-roll plates
Automated coverslippers
Automated tissue sectioning systems
Back sledge microtomes
Clinical freezing microtomes
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