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Histology Technicians in New Mexico

Histology technicians prepare tissue samples for examination under microscopes by pathologists, who use these slides to diagnose diseases. Most work in hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, or medical research facilities, handling samples from biopsies, surgeries, and autopsies In New Mexico the median pay is $47,360 a year, 25% below the national median of $62,930.

$47,360median pay in New Mexico, per year
$39,110–$63,060middle half earn
2,160employed in New Mexico
$62,930U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in New Mexico

7open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in New Mexico or remote
2employers hiring
6posted in the last 7 days
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What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold an associate degree.

Skills that matter most

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingScienceJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge areas

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O*NET-SOC 29-2012.01. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Mexico, annual.