Histology technician preparing histological slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis, operating laboratory equipment and maintaining specimens for research studies
Experience
Histology Technician
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination, using microtomes
Embed tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax
Operated computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify, or microincinerate tissue samples
Archived diagnostic material, such as histologic slides and blocks
Maintained laboratory equipment, including microscopes, mass spectrometers, and microtomes
Served in a laboratory setting focused on histological analysis
Utilized immunostainers, tissue processors, embedding centers, and water baths in daily tasks
Skills
Hands-On Work
Preparing biological specimens, Collecting specimens from patients, Operating laboratory equipment
Core Skills
Preparing materials, Maintaining medical lab equipment