Emily Jinks
Maryville,TN
Summary
Experienced histology technician with over 6 years of experience in pathology and 10 years total at Blount Memorial Laboratory. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of histology. Motivated to learn, grow and excel. Studying to sit for the HT exam to grow in histology.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Histology Technician
Blount Memorial Hospital
Maryville, TN
01.2015 - Current
- accession specimens with Windo Path computer system
- process specimens on processor
- embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks
- cut various kinds of tissue specimens on a microtome
- hematoxylin and eosin routine staining
- hand staining special stains ( AFB, GMS, PCP, FE, Trichrome, Reticulum, PAS-F, Elastic, Mucicarmine)
- automatic special staining- Ventana Benchmark
- staining immuno chemistry IHC stains- Dako auto link
- hercept preparation for staining on Dako
- manual coverslipping
- monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
- archived specimens from completed tests, histologic slides and blocks.
- problem solve any errors or machine malfunctions
- Stayed current on changing procedures to offer expert support for histology laboratory activities.
Lab Assistant- Microbiology
Blount Memorial Hospital
Maryville, TN
01.2013 - 01.2015
- set up varieties of specimens for bacterial growth
- swabbed patients for influenza and strep
- resulted influenza and strep results
- manually stained for kenyon and AFB
- ran automatic gram stainer
Phlebotomist
Blount Memorial Hospital
Maryville, TN
08.2011 - 01.2013
- completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Education
No Degree -
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TNAssociate of Science -
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN05.2020
Skills
- knowledge of machines
- knowledge of troubleshooting
- dedicated and loyal
- organized
- fast learner
- responsible
- reliable
Certification
- certified hazmat technician since 2017
Timeline
Histology Technician
Blount Memorial Hospital
01.2015 - Current
Lab Assistant- Microbiology
Blount Memorial Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2015
Phlebotomist
Blount Memorial Hospital
08.2011 - 01.2013
No Degree -
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Associate of Science -
Pellissippi State Community College