Antoinette Tortoriello
Histotechnologist
Roselle,IL
Summary
Hands-on and Energetic Histology Technician with years of experience. Efficiently and safely prepares histologic slides leveraging knowledge of best practices for accuracy and infection control. Mastery in evaluating quality of thickness, impregnation, fixation and dehydration of tissues.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Histotechnologist
Mac Neal Hospital
Berwyn, IL
12.2015 - Current
- Retrieved pathological data and delivered pathologist's dictation tapes and surgical pathology requisitions to medical transcriptionists.
- Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
- Entered data accurately on computer, including demographics, grossing descriptions and clinical diagnosis.
- Cut body tissue sections for microscopic examination using microtomes.
- Prepared solutions, stains, and reagents in accordance with standards.
- Operated instrumentation for tissue dehydration and section clearing.
- Compiled and maintained preventive maintenance and instrument performance check records according to schedule and regulations.
- Sorted specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and recorded all processes in pathology log.
Histology Technician
Resurrection Health Care
Chicago, IL
06.2005 - 12.2015
- Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
- Completed complex histological procedures to prepare slides for analysis.
- Entered data accurately on computer, including demographics, grossing descriptions and clinical diagnosis.
- Retrieved pathological data and delivered pathologist's dictation tapes and surgical pathology requisitions to medical transcriptionists.
- Stayed current on changing procedures to offer expert support for histology laboratory activities.
- Sorted specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and recorded all processes in pathology log.
- Conducted tests correctly to obtain accurate results used to support patients' needs and diagnose conditions.
Histotechnologist
Quest Diagnostics
Schaumburg, IL
07.2002 - 10.2007
- Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
- Retrieved pathological data and delivered pathologist's dictation tapes and surgical pathology requisitions to medical transcriptionists.
- Entered data accurately on computer, including demographics, grossing descriptions and clinical diagnosis.
- Cut body tissue sections for microscopic examination using microtomes.
- Compiled and maintained preventive maintenance and instrument performance check records according to schedule and regulations.
- Compiled materials to distribute to pathologists such as surgical working drafts, requisitions and slides.
- Sorted specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and recorded all processes in pathology log.
Histotechnologist
Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
Chicago, IL
04.1985 - 12.2001
- Retrieved pathological data and delivered pathologist's dictation tapes and surgical pathology requisitions to medical transcriptionists.
- Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
- Entered data accurately on computer, including demographics, grossing descriptions and clinical diagnosis.
- Cut body tissue sections for microscopic examination using microtomes.
- Prepared solutions, stains, and reagents in accordance with standards.
- Operated instrumentation for tissue dehydration and section clearing.
- Compiled and maintained preventive maintenance and instrument performance check records according to schedule and regulations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Sorted specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and recorded all processes in pathology log.
Secretary 2
Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
Chicago, IL
12.1978 - 04.1985
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Upheld strict timetables by maintaining accurate, balanced calendars for group.
- Maintained fully functional office equipment and well-organized supplies to enhance team productivity.
- Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Mary's High School
ChicagoIntro Computer\Medical Terminology
Triton College
River Grove, ILSkills
Technical applications implementation
Specimen preparation
Documentation Management
Anatomic specimen conduction
Specimen handling
Immunohistochemical testing
Data management
Multitasking abilities
Timeline
Histotechnologist
Mac Neal Hospital
12.2015 - Current
Histology Technician
Resurrection Health Care
06.2005 - 12.2015
Histotechnologist
Quest Diagnostics
07.2002 - 10.2007
Histotechnologist
Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
04.1985 - 12.2001
Secretary 2
Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center
12.1978 - 04.1985
Intro Computer\Medical Terminology
Triton College
High School Diploma -
St Mary's High School