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Christine Villamil

Histotechnologist
Carson,CA

Summary

Active Histology Technologist skilled in preparing solutions and reagents, examining specimen slides and entering and tracking result information. Dedicated to maintaining a clean and sterile work area and ensuring instruments are properly cared for. Proudly offering over 25 years of experience in preparing tissue specimens for routine and special procedures to confirm patient diagnosis.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Tissue Analysis Tech Supervisor- Travel Assignment

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center- contracted by Maxim
Torrance, CA
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Organized special events such as company picnics or holiday parties for employees.
  • Created new strategies for improving customer service standards within the organization.
  • Implemented cost-cutting measures without compromising quality of services offered.
  • Reviewed reports from subordinate staff members before submitting them to senior management.
  • Formulated plans for improving procedures, training and processes.
  • Calibrated, maintained and operated equipment for maximum performance.

Technical Manager

Cedars Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
02.2002 - 03.2022
  • Liaised between business and technology units to manage delivery schedules for applications.
  • Developed suggestions for technical process improvements to optimize resources.
  • Identified areas for improvement in existing systems and worked with associate director to implement solutions.
  • Designed preventive maintenance logs to ensure data integrity and scalability.
  • Monitored performance of techs running on multiple platforms like embedding, microtomy, special stains
  • Ensured compliance with relevant industry standards such as HIPAA and CAP and JHACO
  • Created detailed reports on system performance metrics for senior management review.
  • Resolved complex problems related to quality performance deployments and configurations,
  • Trained staff on new technologies or processes related to Histology standard operations.
  • Implemented best practices in system administration including preventive maintenance done daily, weekly and annually and maintaining backups of processes
  • Collaborated with external vendors to procure consumables and capital resources at competitive prices.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting escalated customer service issues.
  • Performed capacity planning activities to optimize resource utilization.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals and contracts for research projects and Histology operation.
  • Defined operational strategies based on business objectives and budgetary constraints.
  • Developed disaster recovery plans and ensured timely execution during emergency situations.
  • Provided mentoring, training and leadership to all Histology department members.
  • Supervised implementation project designed to improve system productivity.
  • Effectively interacted with cross-functional teams working in analysis, architecture, build and deployment.
  • Delivered exemplary mentoring and training to project teams, which included task delegation and performance evaluation to determine project pace and goal achievement.
  • Communicated well with project teams, internal clients and external parties.
  • Delivered exemplary customer service, prompting positive interactions.
  • Identified resources needed to complete tasks, resolved issues with personnel and maintained deliverable estimates.
  • Oversaw development, integration and management of application interoperability, coordinating accompanying updates and test cases.
  • Liaised with clientele to ascertain project requirements and communicated with appropriate personnel to handle project planning and scheduling.
  • Recruited and developed new Histology department team members.
  • Prioritized and resolved backlogs to alleviate burden on pathologist
  • Reviewed and evaluated outsourcing proposals to and provided cost/benefit analysis.
  • Spearheaded successful rollout of tracking system implementation and flexible electronic data interchange across multiple departments.
  • Consistently completed projects before established deadlines to cut costs by 60% over a period of 3 to 5 months. [
  • Delivered exemplary training and mentoring to employees, which boosted productivity by more than 90%% and improved turnaround time .
  • Troubleshot and resolved problems with staining quality systems.
  • Utilized knowledge of applications, programming and systems functionality to assist employees with technical needs.
  • Improved services and technologies through continued analysis of system performance.
  • Implemented network security improvements to prevent vulnerabilities.
  • Administered and promoted optimal utilization of company resources to increase growth and develop various new products.
  • Offered decision-makers ROI and cost-benefit projections to guide project development and implementation.
  • Developed forward-thinking solutions to expected technical issues.
  • Kept production in line with company guidelines, compliance requirements and quality standards.
  • Set and administered budgets alongside leadership staff.
  • Monitored broadcasts for conformance with policies and regulations and quickly stepped in to correct critical issues
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Delivered products to customer locations on time.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Implemented cost-cutting measures without compromising quality of services offered.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
  • Participated in conferences related to industry trends or organizational developments.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Coordinated employee schedules according to shift changes and availability.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
  • Resolved customer complaints and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
  • Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
  • Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality and cost goals.
  • Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring and evaluated staff performance.
  • Responded to employee concerns or complaints by coordinating with human resources team to solve issues.
  • Coached staff members to develop long-term career goals.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
  • Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
  • Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data in preparation for any inspections.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies for process improvement
  • Determined consumer needs to provide products and services in a timely manner
  • Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.

Technologist; Specialist; Team Lead; Technical Manager

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
02.2002 - 03.2022
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, identify challenges, and develop solutions.
  • Directed the recruitment process for new employees, including interviewing and selecting candidates.
  • Monitored workflow processes and identified areas of improvement.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members on operational issues.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
  • Assessed team performance against established goals and objectives.
  • Coached and mentored individuals on professional development goals.
  • Identified training needs for staff members and developed appropriate programs.
  • Facilitated collaboration between departments to ensure successful project completion.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by recognizing individual achievements.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in order to apply best practices.
  • Analyzed data to make decisions related to personnel management.
  • Established clear roles, responsibilities, expectations, timelines, resources., for team projects.
  • Organized events for staff engagement activities such as team building exercises.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees in a timely manner.
  • Implemented effective communication protocols within the organization.
  • Managed budgets effectively while ensuring quality standards are met.
  • Scheduled shifts according to workload requirements.
  • Kept areas clean, neat and inspection-ready to comply with product guidelines.
  • Examined completed work to detect defects and verify conformance to specifications.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
  • Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality and cost goals.
  • Evaluated processes and employee strengths to realign workflows with changing business demands.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
  • Monitored operations and reviewed records and metrics to understand company performance.
  • Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.

Histology Team Lead

Cedars Sinai Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
02.2012 - 02.2021
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the team.
  • Supported the manager in developing plans for future projects, initiatives and objectives.
  • Organized regular meetings with all stakeholders to ensure clear communication between departments.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple teams to achieve project goals within budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop effective solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes when required.
  • Assisted the manager in setting achievable goals for the team while monitoring progress towards them.
  • Provided support to junior staff during peak periods of workloads.
  • Created detailed reports on team activities as requested by management.
  • Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and task completion times.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately according to individual skill sets..
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Collaborated with management team to implement new work procedures or policies.
  • Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training and development coaching.
  • Counted inventory, resolved discrepancies and completed paperwork to keep system accurate and current.
  • Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
  • Implemented performance, quality and efficiency measures to achieve aggressive production goals.
  • Worked closely with shipping, warehouse and other personnel to coordinate movements and keep workflows smooth.
  • Created and distributed monthly, quarterly and annual reports to management regarding performance.
  • Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
  • Assigned projects and distributed tasks to team members as per area of expertise.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
  • Completed daily quality assurance duties to provide feedback for improvements.
  • Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Histologist

Cedars Sinai Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
02.2002 - 02.2005
  • Embed and cut tissue specimens of all types.
  • Rotational basis on half manual staining and automated Benchmark special stains
  • Trained to cut frozen kidney biopsy and skin biopsy for IF.
  • Oversee the courier service hired by the company to ensure proper and timely slide delivery to pathologists that are located off site.
  • Successfully passed the HTL certification and maintenance in December 2004
  • Performed routine histology tasks such as embedding, sectioning and staining of tissue specimens.
  • Maintained laboratory equipment, reagents and supplies to ensure proper functioning.
  • Analyzed patient data to identify discrepancies in results and take corrective action if necessary.
  • Prepared slides for use in research projects by performing special stains and immunohistochemistry techniques.
  • Conducted quality assurance tests on laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy of results.
  • Assisted pathologists with microscopic evaluation of tissue samples for diagnosis purposes.
  • Provided technical support to laboratory personnel regarding specimen processing procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols when handling hazardous materials and chemicals.
  • Performed maintenance activities on automated instrumentation used in the histology lab.
  • Evaluated new products and techniques for potential use in the laboratory setting.
  • Processed biological specimens using automated instruments to prepare them for analysis.
  • Trained new staff members on laboratory protocols, safety regulations and operating procedures.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy prior to submitting samples for testing or analysis.
  • Identified problems with specimen processing procedures or test results and took appropriate corrective actions.
  • Monitored inventory levels of reagents, supplies and equipment needed for daily operations.
  • Generated reports summarizing test results or analyzing trends in laboratory data.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to histotechnology practices.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the facility to provide optimal patient care services.
  • Developed standard operating procedures related to histological processes or techniques.
  • Maintained neat, organized and confidential written records.
  • Performed routine and specialized histology staining procedures.
  • Received, logged and assessed quality of specimens received.
  • Tracked and maintained inventory of laboratory supplies.
  • Cut prepared blocks of tissue utilizing complex machinery.
  • Disposed of specimens after completed testing procedures.
  • Identified opportunities for process and efficiency improvements.
  • Recognized and addressed staining problems.
  • Prepared slides for microscopic examination and analysis.
  • Sectioned frozen tissue to produce slides for diagnosis.
  • Cleaned and operated tissue processors according to schedules.
  • Calibrated embedding center and washed metal base molds.
  • Prepared histologic slides for human tissue samples via processing, cutting, embedding, staining and mounting.
  • Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin.
  • Embedded tissue specimen and other material into paraffin wax blocks, infiltrating with wax.
  • Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination.
  • Maintained laboratory equipment to support continuous functionality.
  • Archived histologic slides and blocks.
  • Applied dye and chemicals to stain tissue specimens, increasing visibility of cell details.
  • Prepared tissue specimens for freezer storage.
  • Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.

Histology Technician

Long Beach Memorial
Long Beach, CA
01.2001 - 03.2002
  • Prepared tissue samples for histological slides by processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
  • Performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment such as microscopes and automated staining machines.
  • Reviewed specimens to ensure proper identification prior to analysis and documentation of results.
  • Operated complex automated equipment to complete histology projects in a timely manner.
  • Maintained an organized work environment including inventory management and accurate record keeping.
  • Processed incoming specimens according to established protocols while maintaining chain of custody requirements.
  • Performed quality control checks on all reagents used in the laboratory setting and documented results.
  • Utilized advanced techniques such as immunohistochemistry or special stains for diagnostic purposes.
  • Provided technical support for research projects related to histology and cytology studies conducted at the facility.
  • Monitored stock levels for supplies needed in the laboratory setting and placed orders when necessary.
  • Calibrated embedding center and washed metal base molds.
  • Disposed of specimens after completed testing procedures.
  • Performed routine and specialized histology staining procedures.
  • Tracked and maintained inventory of laboratory supplies.
  • Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.

Histology Technician

Mountainside Medical Center
Montclair, NJ
01.2000 - 11.2000
  • Embeds and cuts tissue blocks
  • Perform H&E staining manually
  • Perform coverslipping manually
  • Perform special staining using manual method
  • Assists pathologists in grossing specimens
  • Prepared tissue samples for histological slides by processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
  • Performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment such as microscopes and automated staining machines.
  • Reviewed specimens to ensure proper identification prior to analysis and documentation of results.
  • Maintained an organized work environment including inventory management and accurate record keeping.
  • Processed incoming specimens according to established protocols while maintaining chain of custody requirements.
  • Cleaned and operated tissue processors according to schedules.
  • Disposed of specimens after completed testing procedures.
  • Calibrated embedding center and washed metal base molds.
  • Maintained neat, organized and confidential written records.
  • Performed routine and specialized histology staining procedures.
  • Received, logged and assessed quality of specimens received.
  • Tracked and maintained inventory of laboratory supplies.
  • Cut prepared blocks of tissue utilizing complex machinery.
  • Recognized and addressed staining problems.
  • Prepared slides for microscopic examination and analysis.

Education

Histology

ASCP BOC
Chicago, IL
12.2004

B.S - Medical Technology, Anatomic Pathology

Velez College
06.1999

Skills

  • ASCP Certification(CM) December 2004
  • Histology, Research Clinical Trials Digital Pathology Immunohistochemistry Immunofluorescence
  • Embedding, Microtomy/ Cryotomy; Manual and Automated Special Staining, Muscle Biopsy, Kidney Biopsy Optimization and Validation of Laboratory Equipments
  • Performance Appraisals/ Work schedule
  • Kronos Timecard keeper
  • PeopleSoft for Supply Order
  • Policy and procedure writer/owner
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Schedule Development
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Staff Discipline
  • Industrial Hygiene
  • Waste Reduction
  • Process Monitoring and Improvement
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Processes and Procedures
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Technical issue analysis
  • Risk management processes and analysis
  • Budgeting & Variance Analysis
  • Information Technology Infrastructure

Timeline

Tissue Analysis Tech Supervisor- Travel Assignment

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center- contracted by Maxim
07.2022 - 08.2023

Histology Team Lead

Cedars Sinai Hospital
02.2012 - 02.2021

Technical Manager

Cedars Sinai Medical Center
02.2002 - 03.2022

Technologist; Specialist; Team Lead; Technical Manager

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
02.2002 - 03.2022

Histologist

Cedars Sinai Hospital
02.2002 - 02.2005

Histology Technician

Long Beach Memorial
01.2001 - 03.2002

Histology Technician

Mountainside Medical Center
01.2000 - 11.2000

Histology

ASCP BOC

B.S - Medical Technology, Anatomic Pathology

Velez College

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