Responsible to section, stain and mount tissue specimens in preparation for microscopic examination by the
Pathologist. Assists the Pathologist in making various examinations on submitted tissue specimens and
subsequent preparations. Performance of duties is in accordance with CLIA ’88 guidelines. Performs quality
control, quality assurance, maintenance and troubleshooting. Duties may also include clerical tasks, specimen
collection, and related laboratory services.
Completion of a NAACLS accredited Histotechnician program (within the last five years if not ASCP certified) OR Associate degree that includes 12 hours
in both biology and chemistry
OR
At least 60 semester hours, or equivalent, from an accredited institution that, at minimum, includes 12 semester hours of both biology and chemistry and
1 year of documented clinical experience in a histopathology laboratory within the last five years
Once eligible, must obtain HT certification within 1 year
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