Histology Technician Job Description

Histology Technician prepares tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to confirm a patient diagnosis. Performs complex histological procedures, records and analyzes data, and maintains and repairs instruments. Being a Histology Technician observes, records and analyzes data in order to make decisions. Typically requires completion of a histotechnologist (HTL) program. Additionally, Histology Technician may require an associate degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires Histotechnician HT (ASCP). Histology Technician’s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position’s specialty is the main requirement.