Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Provider Healthcare Taxonomy Code 246R00000X
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As of today, the following are the total number of Pathology Technicians nationally, in your state, and near your location.
Medicare
The following are the total number of Pathology Technicians who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
Alaska – Alabama – Armed Forces Pacific – Arkansas – American Samoa – Arizona – California – Colorado – Connecticut – District of Columbia – Delaware – Florida – Federated States of Micronesia – Georgia – Guam – Hawaii – Iowa – Idaho – Illinois – Indiana – Kansas – Kentucky – Louisiana – Massachusetts – Maryland – Maine – Marshall Islands – Michigan – Minnesota – Missouri – Northern Mariana Islands – Mississippi – Montana – North Carolina – North Dakota – Nebraska – New Hampshire – New Jersey – New Mexico – Nevada – New York – Ohio – Oklahoma – Oregon – Pennsylvania – Puerto Rico – Palau – Rhode Island – South Carolina – South Dakota – Tennessee – Texas – Utah – Virginia – Virgin Islands – Vermont – Washington – Wisconsin – West Virginia – Wyoming
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What do Pathology Technicians do?
Pathology technicians, also known as histotechnicians, prepare and examine tissue samples under the supervision of a pathologist to aid in disease diagnosis and support research.
Their work involves complex tasks, such as embedding, cutting, and staining tissue samples for microscopic examination, performing autopsies, maintaining laboratory equipment, and keeping accurate records.
These essential professionals provide critical information that helps doctors diagnose and treat diseases, playing a vital role in patient care and medical research.
Responsibilities
Sample Preparation: Prepare biopsies and other tissue samples by processing, embedding them in wax, cutting them into thin slices, and staining them to make abnormalities visible.
Microscopic Examination: Work with microscopes to analyze prepared tissue slides and identify cellular changes or signs of disease.
Assisting Pathologists: Collaborate closely with licensed pathologists to provide support during the examination of tissues and bodily fluids.
Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments to ensure proper functioning and perform routine maintenance.
Quality Control: Conduct quality controls to ensure test accuracy and maintain high standards in the laboratory.
Record Keeping: Document all tests and procedures performed, maintaining accurate written records and adhering to legal standards.
Safety Protocols: Follow all established safety protocols and handle various chemicals and dyes safely.
Environment
Pace: The work can be fast-paced, especially in surgical pathology, where they support ongoing surgeries by preparing tissue samples rapidly.
Laboratory Setting: Pathology technicians spend most of their time in a laboratory, where they work with microscopes and other precision equipment.
Hospital or Clinic: They may work in hospitals, clinics, or research institutions.
Specialty Pathology Technicians
Histology Technicians
Healthcare Taxonomy Code 246RH0600X
Histology technicians prepare microscope slides of tissues for pathologists to diagnose diseases, such as cancer.
They process, embed, cut, and stain tissue samples using specialized equipment, creating thin sections for microscopic analysis.
Histology technicians work in clinical labs, hospitals, research facilities, and other medical settings, providing essential support for patient diagnosis and treatment.
Medical Laboratory Technicians
Healthcare Taxonomy Code 246RM2200X
Medical laboratory technicians (MLTs) perform laboratory tests to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.
Non-physician Clinical Laboratory Directors
Healthcare Taxonomy Code 247ZC0005X
An individual who is state-licensed as a clinical laboratory director and meets the qualifications in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 for non-physicians (non-MD/DO) as defined in the CFR 42 Part 493.1405.
Phlebotomy Technicians
Healthcare Taxonomy Code 246RP1900X
Phlebotomy technicians draw blood from patients for medical testing, transfusions, or donations.
They prepare samples for laboratory testing, ensure patient comfort and proper labeling of samples, and maintain a sterile work environment to ensure the integrity of the samples.
A phlebotomy technician’s duties also include patient education, data entry, and assisting with adverse reactions to procedures.