A professional who prepares histologic slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by pathologist . Responsibilities include:

• Prepares sections of human or animal tissue for immediate examination, using rapid tissue processing and frozen section technique to freeze, cut, mount and stain tissue specimen received from surgery.
• Operates computerized laboratory equipment to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate with wax, tissue specimens to be preserved for study by pathologist.
• Prepares slides of specimens, using specified stain, to enhance visibility under microscope.
• Examines slides under microscope to ensure tissue preparation meets laboratory requirements.
• May study slides under microscope to detect deviations from norm and report abnormalities for further study.
• May supervise activities of laboratory personnel and be known as Supervisor, Histology.