[Histonet] Are Histotechs considered "exempt" employees?

[Anthony Sandoval]

Hello fellow Histotechs, I have recently become certified as an HTL and was 
wondering if anyone out there is an 'exempt' employee? I live in California 
and feel that I am being taken advantage of.  I make 16.15$ per hour and 
frequently work 50 hour weeks. Am I off base? should I just be grateful that 
I have a job, as my employer so frequently reminds me? Thank you Histonet! 
you have been an invaluable resource in my career and assisting me in 
passing the HTL!