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

Sample of reported job titles: Histologic Technician, Histology Technician

This title represents an occupation for which data collection is currently underway.

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Tasks

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  • Archive diagnostic material, such as histologic slides and blocks.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination, using microtomes.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrate tissue specimens with wax.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Freeze tissue specimens.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment, such as microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Mount tissue specimens on glass slides.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Operate computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify, or microincinerate tissue samples.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Stain tissue specimens with dyes or other chemicals to make cell details visible under microscopes.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Data base user interface and query software — Microsoft Access Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Label making software — Brady Specimen Labeling System; Specimen labeling system softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Medical software — Cerner Millennium; Laboratory information system LIS; MEDITECH software Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Office suite software — Microsoft Office Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
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  • Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Word processing software — Microsoft Word Hot technologySee more occupations related to this technology.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Collect biological specimens from patients.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Maintain medical laboratory equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operate laboratory equipment to analyze medical samples.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare materials for preservation, storage, or display.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Education Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate’s degree.
Related Experience Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Job Training Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include hydroelectric production managers, travel guides, electricians, agricultural technicians, barbers, court reporters, and medical assistants.
SVP Range (6.0 to < 7.0)

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Credentials

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wage data for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
Employment data for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
Industry data for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.

Median wages (2020) $26.05 hourly, $54,180 annual
State wages
 
Local wages
  
Employment (2020) 335,500 employees
Projected growth (2020-2030) Faster than average (10% to 15%) Faster than average (10% to 15%)
Projected job openings (2020-2030) 25,900
State trends
 
Top industries (2020)
Health Care and Social Assistance

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020 wage data external site and 2020-2030 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2020-2030). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Sources of Additional Information

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Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.

  • American Association of Bioanalysts external site
  • American Medical Technologists external site
  • American Society for Clinical Pathology external site
  • American Society of Cytopathology external site
  • College of American Pathologists external site
  • Coordinating Council on the Clinical Laboratory Workforce external site
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences external site
  • National Society for Histotechnology external site
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook: Clinical laboratory technologists and technicians external site
  • The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science external site
  • The Biological Stain Commission external site

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