Histology Technicians

Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed

Prepare histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist with research studies.

Pay & job outlook

We don't have national pay or outlook data for this role yet.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills

Critical ThinkingActive ListeningReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingMonitoringScienceSpeakingJudgment and Decision MakingWritingCoordination

Top knowledge areas

ChemistryBiologyEnglish LanguageAdministrativeAdministration and ManagementEducation and TrainingComputers and ElectronicsMathematics

Core tasks

• Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination, using microtomes.

• Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks, or infiltrate tissue specimens with wax.

• Mount tissue specimens on glass slides.

• Stain tissue specimens with dyes or other chemicals to make cell details visible under microscopes.

• Freeze tissue specimens.

• Operate computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify, or microincinerate tissue samples.

• Archive diagnostic material, such as histologic slides and blocks.

• Maintain laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths.

Frequently asked questions

What education is typically required for Histology Technicians?

Typical entry-level education: Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed.