What does a Histotechnologist do?

According to people in this career, the main tasks are...

TaskImportance
Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks, or infiltrate tissue specimens with wax.
97%
Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination, using microtomes.
95%
Stain tissue specimens with dyes or other chemicals to make cell details visible under microscopes.
94%
Compile materials for distribution to pathologists, such as surgical working drafts, requisitions, and slides.
92%
Compile and maintain records of preventive maintenance and instrument performance checks according to schedule and regulations.
89%
Perform tests by following physician instructions.
89%
Operate computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify, or microincinerate tissue samples.
88%
Prepare substances, such as reagents and dilution, and stains for histological specimens according to protocols.
88%
Resolve problems with laboratory equipment and instruments, such as microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths.
86%
Examine slides under microscopes to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
85%
Prepare or use prepared tissue specimens for teaching, research or diagnostic purposes.
81%
Perform procedures associated with histochemistry to prepare specimens for immunofluorescence or microscopy.
81%
Identify tissue structures or cell components to be used in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases.
77%
Supervise histology laboratory activities.
76%
Teach students or other staff.
73%
Perform electron microscopy or mass spectrometry to analyze specimens.
70%