Histotechnology Career Overview - Southwestern Illinois College
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Histotechnology Career Overview

Shape the Future of Patient Care

Histotechnicians are responsible for processing specimens for microscopic review by pathologists.

Histotechnicians work in healthcare organizations to detect cancer or serious infections by observing the arrangement of cells in a tissue sample.

This career path can lead to promotions as a pathology assistant, medical salesperson, and a healthcare educator.

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Employment opportunities

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Histotechnologist work in a variety of settings including:

  • Medical centers
  • Hospitals
  • Surgical centers

Career Outlook

Explore Your Career Path

The U.S. Department of Labor projects employment of histotechnologists to increase by about 5 percent, faster than the average.

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Career Information

Job Outlook

Salary

MEDIAN INCOME

$57,380

Employment

PROJECTION INCREASE

5%

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