What does a histotechnician (HT) do?

  • Histotechnicians prepare and stain tissue for microscopic examination and disease detection.
  • Works closely with and assists a histotechnologist, scientist, or pathologist.
  • The histotechnician will have knowledge of tissue structures, techniques, and instrumentation so that he/she can recognize and troubleshoot routine and complex technical problems.

Workplace

  • Histotechnicians primarily work at hospitals and private pathology laboratories.
  • However, they also work at government agencies, research institutes, or industrial laboratories.

Education Requirements

  • Minimum high school diploma or GED and Associate’s degree in histology.