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HISTOTECHNOLOGIST

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HISTOTECHNOLOGIST
Class Code: 315L
Category: Health Care


Definition

Perform complex histologic procedures; assist in the technical operation of a laboratory.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Under general direction, perform complex procedures in all anatomic laboratories such as flow cytometry and immunocytochemistry and assist in the technical operation of a laboratory.

Typical Work

Implement, monitor, and perform quality control of specimens; determine disposition of improperly handled specimens; identify problems, take corrective action, notify supervisor of action taken and monitor follow-up solutions; 

Develop and assess the impact of new procedures in the laboratory; implement and evaluate the requirements to comply with CAP standards; 

Train new employees in histologic procedures, preparation of reagents/stains, and proper use and theory of standard laboratory equipment; orient pathologists and residents to complex histologic procedures; 

Perform complex histologic functions in all anatomic laboratories such as flow cytometry and immunocytochemistry as assigned; 

Perform the work of Histologic Technician 2; 

Perform related duties as required.

Legal Requirement(s)

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

Desirable Qualifications

Certified as a Histotechnologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists 

OR 

Certified as a Histologic Technician by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists 

AND 

Three years of experience in a clinical or research laboratory. 

Experience/education which demonstrates comparable skills may substitute for the certification requirement. 

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Class Specification History

New Class: 3-3-89
Revise MQ: 7-2-90
Revised new class code: (formerly 6379) effective July 1, 2007

Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.