Histology Technicians are allied health professionals employed in the clinical laboratory with advanced training that provides them with ability to perform technical procedures to provide results to the pathologists for rendering diagnosis. These procedures are performed according to established and approved policies that are in compliance with CAP standards. Histology Technicians work under the direction and supervision of the medial director. Histology Technicians perform a variety of technical procedures that result in the creation of microscopic slides.

These procedures include:

• Specimen Collection/Triage
• Gross Tissue Description and Dissection(Neuro/IF specimens)
• Routine Tissue Processing
• Decalcification
• Tissue Embedding
• Microtomy Techniques
• Routine and Special Staining
• Frozen Section Techniques(Neuro/IF specimens)
• Ensures that proper supplies are available and maintain clean, neat and organized working area.
• Maintains instruments at top performance. Performs daily preventive maintenance and checks according to manufacturer’s recommendation and department policy.
• Perform Special Stains
• Perform Immunohistochemistry

Associates degree in biological science plus a minimum of 1 year working as a histology technician or graduation from an accredited Histology program or CAP BOR certification. Knowledge in general biology, anatomy, physiology, chemistry and Medical terminology. Must qualify as able to perform high-complexity testing per the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act.