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Histotechnologists

Histotechnologists

Overview

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.

Demand
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Technology Skills
Technology
Example
Hot Technology
Data base user interface and query software
Microsoft Access
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Label making software
Specimen labeling system software
Medical software
MEDITECH software
Office suite software
Microsoft Office
Presentation software
Presentation software
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Tools Used
Tool
Example
Computer Equipment and Accessories
Desktop computers
Laboratory and scientific equipment
Back sledge microtomes
Laboratory supplies and fixtures
Microscope slide drawers
Measuring and observing and testing instruments
Electronic laboratory balances
Office machines and their supplies and accessories
Label printers
Detailed Work Activities

Maintain repair or maintenance records.

Distribute supplies to workers.

Collect biological specimens from patients.

Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis.

Analyze laboratory findings.

Analyze laboratory specimens to detect abnormalities or other problems.

Operate laboratory equipment to analyze medical samples.

Test biological specimens to gather information about patient conditions.

Prepare medications or medical solutions.

Maintain medical laboratory equipment.

Supervise technical medical personnel.

Train medical providers.

Majors   based on the broader career Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
Major
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions