Histology Technician Certified

**Job Summary and Responsibilities**

Job Summary / Purpose:
Prepares and processes tissue samples for routine histologic techniques to be examined under a microscope by a pathologist. The histologic techniques include the following: fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and staining of tissue for the pathologist evaluation and diagnosis.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities:
Receives, accessions as required, and prepares tissues and other biological materials using accepted histological techniques; performs proper labeling, fixation, embedding, microtomy, staining, and coverslipping.
Sections and stains histological specimens for routine and special studies. Prepares various stains, solutions, and other compounds used in the staining process. Follows written technical procedures.
Prioritizes work appropriately. Follows laboratory turnaround time standards. Uses time efficiently.
Assists pathologists within scope of practice.
Monitors supply inven...