4T0X2 - HISTOPATHOLOGY AFSC Enlisted

Summary

Providing first-rate medical care often requires specialized examination to occur behind the scenes. Responsible for preparing tissue for examination, Histopathology specialists help with essential diagnosis of the diseased samples. These technicians work in hospital labs performing various duties that range from maintaining laboratory instruments to assisting pathologists to perform autopsies in pursuit of the medical answers needed to treat patients.

What You’ll Do

• Receive and prepare surgical specimens for tissue diagnosis.
• Maintain records of all surgical, cytological and autopsy specimens.
• Serve as a technical assistant during autopsies.
• Evaluate current and new procedures for implementation and effectiveness.
• Assist in maintaining accreditation standards.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Normal color vision
• Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
• Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Training Stages

• Basic Military Training: 7.5 weeks
• TECHNICAL TRAINING: 180 days
• TECH SCHOOL LOCATION: Ft. Sam Houston, TX
• STATUS UPON COMPLETION: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Histologic Technology

Minimum Education

You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.

Components

• Air Force Active Duty