Histotechnologists and Histologic Technicians
SOC: 29-2011.03 · Job Zone 3 (Medium preparation)
Prepare histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologists. May assist in research studies.
Task Breakdown
14 tasks analyzed
Stain tissue specimens with dyes or other chemicals to make cell details visible under microscopes.
Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination using microtomes.
Mount tissue specimens on glass slides.
Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrate tissue specimens with wax.
Examine slides under microscopes to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
Freeze tissue specimens.
Perform procedures associated with histochemistry to prepare specimens for immunofluorescence or microscopy.
Operate computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify, or microincinerate tissue samples.
Maintain laboratory equipment such as microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths.
Identify tissue structures or cell components to be used in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases.
Supervise histology laboratory activities.
Prepare or use prepared tissue specimens for teaching, research or diagnostic purposes.
Teach students or other staff.
Perform electron microscopy or mass spectrometry to analyze specimens.
| Task | Category | AI Capability | Risk Score | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stain tissue specimens with dyes or other chemicals to make cell details visible under microscopes. | - | - | - | |
| Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination using microtomes. | - | - | - | |
| Mount tissue specimens on glass slides. | - | - | - | |
| Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrate tissue specimens with wax. | - | - | - | |
| Examine slides under microscopes to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements. | - | - | - | |
| Freeze tissue specimens. | - | - | - | |
| Perform procedures associated with histochemistry to prepare specimens for immunofluorescence or microscopy. | - | - | - | |
| Operate computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify, or microincinerate tissue samples. | - | - | - | |
| Maintain laboratory equipment such as microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths. | - | - | - | |
| Identify tissue structures or cell components to be used in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases. | - | - | - | |
| Supervise histology laboratory activities. | - | - | - | |
| Prepare or use prepared tissue specimens for teaching, research or diagnostic purposes. | - | - | - | |
| Teach students or other staff. | - | - | - | |
| Perform electron microscopy or mass spectrometry to analyze specimens. | - | - | - |
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