Dillon Bennett
Ball Ground,GA
Summary
Histotechnician with experience in histopathology laboratories, specializing in microtomy, grossing, embedding, special stains, and immunohistochemistry. Demonstrates a strong attention to detail and commitment to upholding laboratory standards. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team. Aiming to leverage skills and productivity to contribute positively to the laboratory.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Histotechnician
United Digestive
Alpharetta, GA
03.2025 - Current
- Embedding tissue specimens in paraffin
- Performing routine tissue sectioning using a microtome
- Staining tissue specimens using various histological techniques, including H&E (Hematoxylin and Eosin) automated special stains, and special stains by hand
- Operating and maintaining histology laboratory equipment, including microtomes, embedding centers, and automated stainers
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of histology reagents, solutions, and materials
- Ensuring proper labeling and documentation of specimens to maintain chain-of-custody and accuracy
- Performing quality control checks to ensure optimal tissue preparation and stain quality
- Collaborating with pathologists, laboratory technicians, and other medical professionals to ensure timely and accurate results
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment following safety protocols and regulations
Grossing Tech
United Digestive
Alpharetta, GA
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Describe gross anatomic features, including the overall specimen dimensions, structures, size, and appearance
- Dissecting and marking specimens according to established protocols and procedures
- Ensure proper labeling and documentation of specimens to maintain chain-of-custody and accuracy
- Processing tissue utilizing an automated processor
- Changing tissue processor reagents
- Maintaining quality control checklists
- Tissue embedding
- Problem-solving tissue processing issues
- Training new grossing technicians
Temp Grossing Technician
United Digestive
Alpharetta, GA
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Describe gross anatomic features, including the overall specimen dimensions, structures, size, and appearance
- Dissecting and marking specimens according to established protocols and procedures
- Processing tissue utilizing an automated processor
- Changing tissue processor reagents
- Maintaining quality control checklists
- Tissue Embedding
Education
Histotechnologist (HTL) -
ASCP
03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw05.2022
Skills
- Microtomy
- Special stains
- Tissue embedding
- Immunohistochemistry techniques
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Timeline
Histotechnician
United Digestive
03.2025 - Current
Grossing Tech
United Digestive
06.2023 - 03.2025
Temp Grossing Technician
United Digestive
12.2022 - 06.2023
Histotechnologist (HTL) -
ASCP
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Kennesaw State University
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