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Histotechnologists and Histologic Technicians

District Of Columbia

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

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Currently Employed: 945

Yearly Projected Openings: 20

Typical Hourly Wage: $25.69 - $35.76

Typical Annual Salary: $53,400 - $74,400

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: None

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: None

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Mount tissue specimens on glass slides.
Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination using microtomes.
Stain tissue specimens with dyes or other chemicals to make cell details visible under microscopes.
Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrate tissue specimens with wax.
Examine slides under microscopes to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
Maintain laboratory equipment such as microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths.
Operate computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify, or microincinerate tissue samples.
Freeze tissue specimens.
Prepare or use prepared tissue specimens for teaching, research or diagnostic purposes.
Identify tissue structures or cell components to be used in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases.

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