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Summary/ObjectiveThe histotechnologist prepares and stains patient tissue specimens for analysis by the patient’s provider so that the provider can confirm a patient’s diagnosis.   Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.    · Prepare tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to confirm a patient’s diagnosis by processing and embedding specimens.  · Perform microtomy to produce properly cut sections on a cryostat with frozen tissue.  This procedure includes placing specimens on slides and staining specimens on slides, including special stains. Perform the task of grossing and inking frozen tissue as wel