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.

  • Compile materials for distribution to pathologists, such as surgical working drafts, requisitions, and slides.
  • Identify tissue structures or cell components to be used in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases.
  • Resolve problems with laboratory equipment and instruments, such as microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths.

  • Distribute supplies to workers.