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Medical Laboratory Technology
Human Services Management
Histotechnologist
Employee Engagement Team Leader - Achieved 100% Gallup survey participation from team members with an improved mean score greater than 20% of previous years.
- Improved extra-consultation process resulting in significant reduction in turnaround time. Evaluated and created workflow processes to streamline daily tasks and meet departmental goals.
- Collaborated with laboratory director and supervisor to create innovative and financially sound solutions to solve problems and respond to daily challenges.
- Documented and maintained quality control.
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Biology & Mathematics
Histotechnologist
Processed and embedded tissue in paraffin and cut paraffin blocks using microtomes.
- Prepared stains, solutions and stains prepared tissue. Coverslipped slides and evaluated microscopically to ensure the quality of stains and sections.
- Ensured proper funtioning of equipment, monitored supply chain and inventory, and performed startup maintenance and troubleshoot procedures on laboratory equipment. Maintained, cleaned and organized work-space environment. Organized and filed blocks, slides, and forms.
- Prepared cases for pathologists' review, and maintained extensive files of blocks and slides.
- Knowledgeable on current developments in histology and participated in mandatory and voluntary continuing educations, competency testing, and quality assurance measures.
- Performed immunohistochemical stains and all other special procedures as required.
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Chemistry, Biology, And Humanities
Histotechnologist
Worked closely and effectively with teammates
- Managed, implemented, and completed special research projects
- Adequately maintained lab equipment
- Followed appropriate safety guidelines
- Accurately used database to input information
- Communicated and collaborated with teammates.
- Published in Mikro-Graf, official publication of the Michigan Society of Histotechnologists in 2007
- Recognized multiple times on Dean's List for outstanding academic achievement
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Biology
Sr. Histotechnologist
Performed routine histological procedures including trimming, processing, embedding, GMA, sectioning, routine and special staining
- Processing of undecalcified hard tissue samples by using the exact system
- Performed Quality control review of the stained micro slides and study paperwork
- Prepared marrow and venipuncture for staining controls
- Coordinated the proper collection of chemical waste for pick-up.
- Trained and reviewed work of other technicians, archiving of tissue
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Education Department
Histotechnologist
Prepared histology slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis by a pathologist.
- Daily operation of cryostat for frozen sections requested by OR and Dermatology Departments Moh's Surgeries.
- Sponsored by the Dermatology Department ( Dr Jeff Whitworth) to participate in a two week intense training period learning Moh's Frozen Section techniques where he completed his fellowship at the Stough Dermatology Associates, Hot Springs, ARK.
- Assisted pathologist perform autopsies to determine nature, extent and cause of death. Photographed target organs
- Rotated Histology, Cytology, IHC and Morgue Departments.
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Biology
Master of Arts
Histotechnologist, Histology Analyst
Skilled in embedding, microtomy and staining of a broad range of tissue types including derms, bone marrows and GI specimens.
- Successfully created and implemented a training program for Histotechnician Lab Assistants.
- Grew the orientation, training and competency programs for the Histology and Immunohistochemistry departments.
- Implemented and managed approximately 100 standard operating procedures, authoring five. Very well-versed on regulations, formats and drafts pertaining to corporate structured procedures.
- Improved workflow of a high volume, time sensitive department through projects centered around Six Sigma principles. Assisted the department supervisor on successful completion of 2 Six Sigma Green Belt projects:
- Provided technical and administrative support to the department supervisor and independently led a staff of 40 employees in daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Gained insight to laboratory operations through projects assigned by the Regional Director of Operations.
- Through mastery of Microsoft Excel, created and implemented statistical spreadsheets to track and monitor quality assurance indicators as well as measure individual productivity in the histology department.
- Managed preparations for College of American Pathologists (CAP) and National Quality Assurance (NQA) inspections. Experienced 4 successful inspections; 2 from each group.
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Associate of Applied Science
Biology / Chemistry
Histotechnologist
Chief responsibilities serial sectioned, biopsy stained in accordance with SOP.
- Performed Special Stains, accessioned specimens, quality control of lab operations.
- Assisted and trained new staff, inventory management.
- Archived Wet Tissue/Block/Reports for permanent storage.
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Environmental Population Organismic Biology
Master of Arts
Immunohistochemistry and Lead Histotechnologist
Performed routine immunohistochemistry, cytochemistry and histology and FISH
- Conducted R&D using new antibodies; prepared antibody aliquots and reagents
- Completed monthly statistics including department antibody counts and QC
- Developed a comprehensive procedures manual and training programs
- Repaired equipment, conducted training and maintained instrument documentation
- Verified inventory, ordered supplies and developed personnel schedules
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Sciences
Pathology
Histotechnologist
Technical and Team Leader for Anatomic Pathology; additionally performed all routine histology bench duties
- Selected and implemented instrumentation, procedures and processes
- Maintained all regulatory compliance including CAP and NCCLS policies
- Technical Leader on Quality improvement committee
- Other tasks included cytology preparation such as cytospins, smear preparations and cell blocks
- Was trained and then set-up an immunohistochemical program
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Associate of Applied Science
Neuroscience
Histotechnologist II
Consistently demonstrated experience with GLP regulations and maintained a high standard of quality.
- Performed method development and formulation improvements for histopathology stains which allowed lab work to be insourced increasing turnaround times and consistency.
- Experienced in sectioning tissue and medical devices in various media including: Paraffin, SPURR, MMA and T9100, and the EXAKT method of grinding.
- Rotated as a Lead Tech for three benches responsibilities included: managing workload metrics, prioritizing projects, and troubleshooting technical issues.
- Trained new lab employees on: lab techniques and procedures, documentation practices, and quality control practices.
- Lead technician for EXAKT grinding and EXAKT grinding equipment. Responsible for equipment qualification, maintenance, and quality checks.
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Certificate
Histotechnologist
Worked in a routine Histology environment where skills could be utilized. Provided leadership through training with new employees and working with pathologists on specialized requests.
- Provided technical support and training of typical machines of a Histology laboratory.
- Worked directly with Pathologists for scoring prognostic markers for breast panels utilizing VIAS machinery.
- Trained staff in Immunohistochemistry.
- Assisted in the training of new employees.
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Thesis
Master of Science
Histotechnologist, Grosser
- Performed the pertinent functions of histology which included accessioning and labeling of tissue samples, grossing, processing, and embedding tissue in paraffin
- Carried out troubleshooting procedures for tissue processing machines when necessary
- Exceeded required daily quota in number of specimen grossed and embedded hourly
- Updated and reported daily performance of each grosser
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Physiology
Histotechnologist Per Diem
Embedded and sectioned a range of surgical and biopsy material consistent within a clinical lab setting
- Applied manual and automated H&E stains plus Decal stains
- Responsible for QC and troubleshooting of special stains
- Prepared solutions, maintained laboratory equipment, and assisted in monitoring lab supplies
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Biology
Histotechnologist
Histotechnologist in Neonatology Lab
- Cut thick frozen & paraffin tissue slices (40 um - 100 um)
- Performed and development double IHC/IFC and special stains
- Established & performed Antigen Retrieval (HIER) with frozen tissues for Double IFC staining (i.e. BrdU/NeuN, BrdU/GFP, NeuN/GFP, BrdU/Ki67, BrdU/phospho Histone 3, phosphor Histone 3/Tbr2, Caspase 3/Tbr2, Progesterone/Tbr 2, CD68/Oligo 2, DBA/HO.1, and Placenta Lactogen/HO.1).
- Developed & performed Triple IHC with human prostate biopsies (i.e. CK903/p63/AMACR) by Dako's 48 slides Autostainer
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Bachelor of Science
Histotechnologist
Senior technologist position acquired due to departmental reorganization
- As supervisor, trained new employees, managed workload and performed personnel evaluations as well histotechnologist duties
- Performed routine microtomy, cryotomy, embedding & H&E staining
- Wide variety of special staining procedures
- Ordering supplies and completing workload reports
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Biological Sciences, Microbiology
Histotechnologist II
Produced high quality microscopic slides with minimal turnaround time
- Performed over 20 different special stains on a wide variety of autopsy and surgical tissue
- Attended and participated in several histology seminars and conferences
- Served as representative on the HIPPA committee
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years at this job
High School Diploma
Immunohistochemistry
American Society Of Clinical Pathologists (ascp) Registry
Histotechnologist ASCP QIHC
- Grossed ninety-nine percent of all surgical tissue
- Logged specimens into the Laboratory Information System (Copath) system and grossed 99% of all surgical tissue.
- Maintained equipment
- Produced high-quality H&E and special stains
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Education/ Certifications
Histotechnologist
- Knowledge of Renaissance Computer System and Microsoft Outlook
- Performed embedding of various tissues, sectioning, and staining
- Loaded machines and managed workload of up to five instruments at a time
- Conducted quality control on all Special Stains and Immunohistochemistry Slides
- Made up solutions following company protocols
- Performed numerous Immunohistochemistry Antibody Stains and can correctly identified control tissues
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Computer Science, Pre-medical Studies
Information Systems
Histotechnologist
Performed all tasks related to the Frozen Section Lab including grossing, sectioning, staining and accessioning all samples.
- Assisted with CAP inspection.
- Updated and created SOP's.
- Created on-line manual.
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Technology
Histotechnologist
Successful completion of 240 hours of clinical rotation
- Cut IHC controls, embedded and cut practice tissue
- Performed several special stains by hand and on automated stainers, assisted in the gross room and accessioning, spent five weeks in IHCâ€" entering specimens into computer and loading Leica and Dako machines.
- Set slides on automated H&E stainer and cover slipped by hand and automated cover slipper
- Practiced safety regulations for lab
- Cleaned processors and refilled supplies and paraffin holders
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Biology
Public Health
Histotechnologist
Accessioned all specimens into the chosen laboratory LIS AP Easy.
- Grossed, embedded, and cut all specimens according to SOP.
- Performed many special stains by hand such as: PAS, PAS/AB, Gomori's one-step trichrome, GMS, Iron, and modified giemsa.
- Maintained inventory and clean work environment.
- Troubleshoot problems with equipment and staining errors.
- Maintained all validation, optimization, and quality control documents for CLIA inspections.
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Histotechnology
Healthcare Administration
Histotechnologist (ascp)
- Maintained appropriate reagents and supply inventory on weekly basis
- Updated quality assurance logs, requisitions, & records per CLIA regulations
- Accessioned client samples, grossed biopsies, embedded tissue, microtomy, processed tissue on overnight & microwave processors, performed routine, IHC, and special stains.
- Trained new staff members in all facets of the laboratory.
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Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Histotechnologist Assistant
- Directed flow of specimens to histotechs and pathologists to keep an efficient turn-around-time on cases.
- Verified patient insurance on large volume of incoming outreach tissue specimens.
- Solved inventory problems by suggesting a proper way of inventory control.
- Maintained a 0.1% or lower data entry error rate consistently.
- Adapted to changes in protocols and software quickly.
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Science
Science
Science
Histotechnologist HTL ASCP
Facilitate the daily operations of the laboratory to provide accurate, timely, and cost-effective services. Perform FISH (Fluorescence In-Situ Hybridization) regularly and familiar with Abbott Vysis DNA FISH probe and Cymogen FISH probe and protocols respectively. Oversee daily workload and laboratory staff to efficiently deliver all cases and special diagnostic studies to the Pathologist with 1-2 day turn-around time.
- Execute all aspects of the histology lab and manage workflow and lab staff for all daily operations.
- Currently cutting 90% of total workload (12 part core fine needle aspirate prostate biopsy cases, bladder biopsies) received in the lab including but not limited to all H&E and IHC slides.
- Perform FISH complete protocol 3-4 times per week on approximately 40 cases per week for cytology bladder cancer cases requested.
- Prepare 4-color DNA FISH probe monthly for daily use for FISH protocol and procedures.
- Create and analyze documentation spreadsheets of all cases for in-house and send-outs to various other laboratories.
- Optimize and validate new IHC antibodies and protocols on Leica Bond platform.
- Maximize IHC inventory and place purchase for all IHC antibodies, reagents and supplies from various companies.
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Biology
Histotechnologist II / Immunohistochemistry Technologist
- Proficiency in duties such as grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, cover slipping, and quality control of human histology specimens
- Perform routine H&E stains, numerous special stains and immunohistochemistry stains using the Leica Bond-III machine
- Perform all of the duties necessary to operate the IHC department including maintaining 3 Bond-III machines that process a high volume of slides, cutting/validating control tissue, validating reagents and keeping accurate inventory
- Completed a course entitled "Immunohistochemistry & In Situ Hybridization Using Bond" at the Leica Biosystems Headquarters (April 2015)
- Maintain accurate and organized quality assurance and quality control records
- Recognized by my superiors for displaying leadership and the ability to perform my duties well under high stress
Candidate Info
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High School Diploma
Histotechnologist
Processed gross examination of tissue of surgical biopsies
- Prepare specimens for processing and cut paraffin blocks for routine diagnosis
- Performed staining of frozen sections for immediate diagnosis
- Handled routine H&E and special staining
- Maintained equipment and detailed records
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Bachelor of Science
Histotechnologist
Implemented procedures necessary for routine H and E slides, special stains (GMS, Giemsa, Gram, Trichrome, PAS, AFB, Alcian blue, Elastic, Fe, and Hemosiderin) and other technical procedures as required.
- Prepared histology slides containing human tissue sections by processing, embedding, cutting, mounting and staining.
- Accurately prepared slides from tissue sections for microscopic examination and diagnosis with minimal requests for reprocessing, re-cutting or re-staining.
- Evaluated the adequacy of stains and chemicals for the use and adjusted accordingly.
- Followed the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, tested analyses, reported and maintained records of test examinations.
- Maintained records to demonstrate that proficiency testing samples were tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
- Performed filing of finished blocks and slides.
- Prepared microscopic slides on human tissue for diagnostic purposes.
- Changed the reagents on the automated tissue processor and strainer.
- Performed thin prep, processed accessioning for cytology; manual and computerized entry; and bar coding.
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Organizational Psychology
Biological Sciences
Histotechnologist
Performs and guarantees all technical procedures associated with processing tissue, embedding, microtomy, routine H&E staining, special staining, immunohistochemistry (IHC), frozen sectioning and processing associated paperwork.
- Maintains knowledge of all policies and procedures and contributes to writing them.
- Knowledgeable of CAP, JCAHO, CLIA, OSHA and other regulatory
- Maintains profiency in technical performances and procedures with internal laboratory practices and outside agencies as CAP, NSH and
- Oversees all maintenance of equipment and all ordering aspects to keep the Histology Lab running efficiently.
- Works and communicates very closely with internal faculty, outside medical institutions and other internal departments such as surgical
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Assistant Supervisor/histotechnologist
Histotechnologist, embedded surgical tissue as well as grossed and embedded autopsy specimens
- Performed immunohistochemical, methacrylate processing for renal biopsies and immuno -fluorescence
- All aspects of special stains including preparing special stain solutions.
- Supervised the midnight shift of the Histology Lab
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Biology
Electron Microscopy Histotechnologist Consultant
- Assisted with ultramicrotomy of resin blocks
- Conducted evaluation of EM microtomy department and identified areas of improvement
- Trained and educated personnel on ultramicrtomy techniques
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Cell And Molecular Biology
Senior Specimen Manager/ Histotechnologist
- Managed the histology lab and specimens through the various stages of tissue processing in accordance with CLIA, CAP and FDA regulation
- Improved workflow and implemented new procedures and products
- Involved in implementation of new Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Wrote and maintained departmental SOPs and safety procedures
- Coordinated between the Pathologists, Customer Care, and the CLS staff to improve and maintain the turnaround time for Tissue of Origin molecular assay
- Used digital photo-micrographs and/or marked H&E slides to perform manual tissue dissections in order to get a purified tumor tissue for molecular analysis.
- Involved in various research projects and clinical trials
- Performed inventories, ordered supplies through various vendors and maintained general upkeep of the lab
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Biology
Histologic Technology
Network Administration Certifications
Grossing Specialist/ Histotechnologist
- Experienced in depth knowledge in grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy, basic and special stains, cytology preparatory work, cover slipping, laboratory mathematics and quality control of histology specimens.
- Receive and processing of specimens; manage inventory control; perform maintenance and solution changes for tissue processors.
- Cross trained as registration specialist; perform accessioning and data verification; collect, review, audit and input data into electronic medical records system
- Demonstrated ability to operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Saved the company approximately $50,000 during 4
- Ability to read, interpret and follow instructions on documents such as; SOP's, maintenance instructions, and safety and procedure manuals.
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Arts
Biology
Internship, Histotechnologist Assistant
- Embed, sectioned and stained routine specimens obtained from surgical departments and outpatient laboratories.
- Experience in immunohistochemical procedures according to policy and procedures of [company name].
- Prepared and rotated solutions for processing and staining procedures.
- Performed accession and organization of specimens for gross dictation.
- Observed and assisted in grossing and dictation of specimens by pathologist.
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Biology
Histotechnologist
Responsible for all aspects of the histopathology lab.
- Carried out daily general histology techniques such as grossing tissue, tissue processing, embedding, and microtomy.
- Performed special stains.
- Coordinated with doctors and pathologists.
- Involved in troubleshooting stains and equipment.
- Ordered supplies.
- Performed quality control.
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years at this job
Human Resource Management
Supervisor/lead Histotechnologist
- Supervise technical staff and oversee technical laboratory functions
- Successfully directed the histopathology department through annual state CAP and CLIA inspections
- Developed and conducted a course curriculum to prepare lab employees for histotechnology certification
- Research, develop, and integrate new instruments into the lab
- Develop/maintain all quality control requirements and procedures for laboratory compliance
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Management / Human Resources
Education-biology & Chemistry
MLT III (histotechnologist)
Assessed proposal for automated IHC lab; Launched manual IHC lab saving substantial costs in instrumentation and reagents
- Reorganized Histology processing area into functional zones resulting in less duplicate orders of reagents
- Initiated and prepared documentation for new equipment, as needed
- Participated in recent ventilation upgrade to ensure exposure kept to industry limits
- Skilled LIS troubleshooter obtaining prompt results
- Resolve issues from all levels of customer base
- Participate on JCAHO readiness committees focusing on daily preparedness
- Responsible for cytology receiving and prep
- Assist pathologist with grossing of autopsy tissues; co-manager of morgue
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Biological Sciences
Sociology, Anthropology, And American Politics
Senior Medical Technologist/histotechnologist, Shift Leader
Ensure quality of all patient samples and ensuring patient safety at all times.
- Over see daily lab operations and work flow.
- Perform H&E and Special Staining techniques with automated equipment and manually.
- Skilled in embedding and freezing tissues for microtomy or cryotomy, also a skilled microtomist.
- Responsible for routine maintenance and troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
- Collect and organize data for monthly metrics and ongoing process improvements.
- Adhere to CAP 15189 standards.
Candidate Info
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Bachelor of Science
Histotechnologist
- Prepared and stained sections from formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded tissue specimens for routine and special procedures.
- Performed tissue sectioning from paraffin blocks using automated/semi-automated microtome.
- Operated automated slide stainer.
- Performed manual staining and examine/micro-dissected tissue
- Helped un-pack, accession, and stain all types of specimens as needed.
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years at this job
Histology
Bachelor of Science
Histotechnologist II
Responsible for laboratory and daily work load including embedding and cutting.
- Implementation of new SOP's and editing existing once.
- Worked directly under laboratory director to ensure successfully passing CAP inspection, including SOP's, maintenance sheets, chemical hygiene and lab safety.
- In charge of frozen room.
- Responsible for all special staining and laboratory chemicals.
- Responsible for all equipment and trouble shooting.
- Work directly with pathologists to run special assays for further diagnosis.
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Biology
Biomedical Science
Histotechnology
Histotechnologist
Helped with grossing specimens in the gross room
- Cleaned and changed reagents in automatic stainer
- Learned about the different cycles in the processor and operated the machines
- Labeling and organization of slides
- Organized slides on folders to hand out to Pathologist
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Applied Science
Coon Rapids - Histotechnologist II
Perform routine histology cutting & staining in a GLP lab with minimal mistakes or deviations
- Perform several special stains by hand, as requested
- Produce resin slides using the Exakt plastics system
- Perform plastics microtomy and staining
- Maintain equipment and daily maintenance logs
- Reviewed Reagent Usage & Solution Preparation log books for complete, correct entries
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Sciences
Pathology
Histotechnologist
Working as a full-time temporary Histotechnologist for Solstas Laboratories with two other full-time techs
- Responsible for embedding, cutting, staining, signing out slides, manual special stains, filing blocks and slides, and general lab upkeep and cleanliness.
- Serve as resource for Immunohistochemistry utilizing the Leica BondMax instrument.
- Frozen specimens, mostly derms
Candidate Info
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years at this job
Biology
Master of Arts
Histotechnologist
- Perform routine histology including quality assurance of microscope slides and staining techniques.
- Perform and troubleshoot automated immunohistochemistry.
- Established inventory control procedures for the histology laboratory.
- Responsible for purchasing and inventory of laboratory supplies.
- Active member of laboratory safety committee.
- Trained new employees in histology techniques.
Candidate Info
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years at this job
Histology Technique
Medical Laboratory Training
Histotechnologist
- Assist in embedding, cutting, and filing daily average of 700-1000 blocks.
- Assist in staining, coverslipping, and coordination of slide distribution to Pathologists.
- Trouble shoot tissue processing, microtomy, and special stains.
- Assist in organization of block and slide storage area.
- Assist in maintenance of tissue processors.
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years at this job
Histotechnologist
Conducted full tissue processing involving computerized equipment
- Maintains and troubleshoots all processors in lab
- Transcribed quality assurance logs and daily maintenance of histology logs
- Microtomy of multiple tissue types and requisitions for deeper sections
- Conducted extensive range of special staining procedures on biopsy tissues
- Complete use of Ventana equipment for Immunochemistry stains.
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Biology
Histotechnologist
- Prepare microscopic slides on surgical and biopsy tissue for diagnostic purposes
- Prepare reagents for H&E stain in an automatic stainer
- Perform immunohistochemical and direct immunofluorescence stains
- Evaluate the results of H &E, AB/PAS, HPY and IHC stains
- Familiar with laboratory safety regulations
- Experience with the following instruments: FINESSE ME+ Automatic rotary microtome, Thermo Finesse 325 manual rotary microtome, Tissue-Tek brand prisma automated slide stainer, Tissue-Tek DRS 2000 Multiple Slide Stainer, TBS Shur/Mark Slide labeler, Shandon Laser MicroWriter, Ventana XT and Ultra
- Experience with Wintegrate system
Candidate Info
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years at this job
Bachelor of Arts
Biology
Histotechnologist
- Prepare high quality, artifact free slides using a microtome
- Embed tissue based on tissue type and size
- Understand and follow SOPs for all of Mayo’s testing procedures
- Pass random monthly quality checks of slides and embedded cassettes
- Sort tissue into 13 continual processing cycles
- Safely handle chemicals, tissue, and tools
- Communicate effectively with co-workers and pathologists
Candidate Info
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years at this job
Biology
Histotechnology
Histotechnologist
- Operate computerized tissue processors to fix, dehydrate, and infiltrate sections of human tissue
- Prepare tissue sections for cutting by embedding tissue in a paraffin wax
- Use a microtome to prepare histologic slides from human tissue sections
- Operate automatic stainers to stain tissue sections with the H&E stain for microscopic examination by the Pathologists
- Examine stained tissue slides under a microscope for quality control
Candidate Info
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years at this job
High School Diploma
Histotechnology
Histotechnologist
- Prepare surgical and cytological specimens for microscopic examination.
- Conduct frozen sectioning of fresh tissue from surgical and autopsy sources.
- Perform special staining procedures.
- Administer CT, Fine Needle Aspiration and Bedside specimen collection processes.
- Conduct training and professional development for new employees.
- Perform computer data entry processes and administrative duties for laboratory operations.
Candidate Info
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year at this job
Bachelor of Arts
Health Services Administration
Histotechnologist
- Process, embed, cut and stain tissue specimen as outlined in the policy and procedure manual
- Process immunohistochemistry orders
- Gross incoming patient samples as outlined in the P&P manual
- Process FISH specimen as outlined in the P&P manual
- Process flow cytometry specimen as outlined in the P&P manual
- Maintain lab equipment such as Leica Bond, Dako Autostainer, Beckman Coulter Cytometer
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