Daniel Orona
Farmers Branch,TX
Summary
Meticulous and methodical histology technician with strong laboratory background and expertise in preparing histological samples. Skilled in quality control and documentation with strong focus on preventing medical errors and sample contamination.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Histology Technician
Medical City Dallas Hospital
02.2021 - Current
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, offering valuable insights from a histological perspective.
- Developed standard operating procedures for the histology lab, promoting consistency across all tasks.
- Organized inventory management systems to maintain adequate supplies and prevent stock shortages.
- Kept grossing room fully stocked with necessary supplies and equipment ready for use.
- Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
- Used glass slides to mount tissues for tests.
- Kept laboratory equipment in good working order with regular maintenance.
Phlebotomist
Path Group
09.2019 - 04.2020
- Assisted in the implementation of new electronic medical record systems for efficient patient tracking and accurate documentation.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
Lead Phlebotomist
Blood Assurance
03.2018 - 09.2019
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and answering questions related to the donor process.
- Assisted in training new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices for mobile phlebotomists.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients, generating repeat business through excellent customer service.
- Ensured proper specimen collection by adhering to strict protocols and guidelines for various tests and sample types.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating with healthcare professionals on special projects or assignments as needed.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in performing venipunctures for diverse patient populations, including elderly patients, and those with challenging veins.
Histology Technician
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
09.2011 - 08.2018
- Developed standard operating procedures for the histology lab, promoting consistency across all tasks.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by streamlining histology procedures and workflow.
- Updated patient records accurately, ensuring timely communication of critical test results to healthcare providers.
- Performed complex tissue embedding processes for frozen sections, using a cryostat machine. preserving samples for future analysis or archival purposes.
- Cut, mounted and stained, using H&E stainers, samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
Education
Phlebotomy - Health Care
Vernon College
Vernon, TX08.2010
GED -
Wayland Baptist University
Wichita Falls, TX03.2009
Skills
- Immunohistochemical testing
- Specimen Processing
- Specimen Preparation
- Technical applications implementation
- Quality Control Procedures
- Equipment Maintenance
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Tissue Processing
- Microtome Operation
- Tissue Embedding
- Specimen handling
- Paraffin Sectioning
- Frozen sections
Timeline
Histology Technician
Medical City Dallas Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Phlebotomist
Path Group
09.2019 - 04.2020
Lead Phlebotomist
Blood Assurance
03.2018 - 09.2019
Histology Technician
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
09.2011 - 08.2018
Phlebotomy - Health Care
Vernon College
GED -
Wayland Baptist University
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