ANA ALCANTARA HICIANO
Bronx,USA
Summary
Histotechnology student currently completing clinical practicum training, developing hands‑on skills in microtomy, embedding, tissue processing, and routine H&E while supporting pathology workflow in a professional healthcare environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Services II
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Columbus, USA
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Maintained sterile, safe, and compliant patient‑care environments.
- Followed infection‑control and chemical‑handling protocols.
- Supported clinical staff by preparing rooms and equipment.
Maintenance Manager
Equinox Fitness
New York, USA
04.2012 - 12.2021
- Oversaw facility operations, equipment upkeep, and safety standards.
- Managed inventory, vendors, and maintenance schedules.
- Trained staff and ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
Education
AAS - Histological Technician
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY01-2026
Skills
- Cleaning protocols
- Laboratory safety
- Specimen handling
- Slide labeling and quality control
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
- Attention to detail
- Routine H&E staining
- Special stains
- Tissue embedding and microtomy
Clinical Technical Skills
- Tissue embedding and microtomy
- Routine H&E staining (coursework-based)
- Special stains (PAS, Trichrome, Congo Red) — academic knowledge
- Specimen handling and fixation principles
- Slide labeling and quality control
- Laboratory safety and OSHA compliance
- Strong attention to detail and workflow accuracy
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) — basic proficiency
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) — exposure through coursework
Clinical Rotations
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 06/01/26, 08/07/26, Microtomy, Tissue Processing, Embedding, Routine H&E, Special Stains, Immunohistochemistry, Quality Control, Laboratory Safety
Timeline
Environmental Services II
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
01.2023 - 09.2023
Maintenance Manager
Equinox Fitness
04.2012 - 12.2021
AAS - Histological Technician
SUNY Broome Community College