Erik Andersen
Springfield,OR
Summary
Adept Histology Technician with a proven track record at Pathology Consultants, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and reducing test result turnaround. Expert in microscopic examination and laboratory safety, I excel in streamlining procedures and training staff, significantly improving quality control. My meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage hazardous materials stand out, ensuring reliability and efficiency in laboratory operations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Histology Technician
Pathology Consultants
05.2006 - Current
- Maintained a high level of quality control, ensuring accurate and reliable test results for patients.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by streamlining histology procedures and workflow.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in slide preparation and staining.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
Food Microbiologist /Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Stahlbush Island Farms
06.1998 - 04.2006
- Scheduled and trained technical staff members.
- Reduced contamination risk by maintaining a sterile laboratory environment and adhering to safety protocols.
- Provided technical support for the implementation of cutting-edge molecular diagnostic tools such as PCR analyses.
- Collected and processed specimens for clinical protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biohealth Sciences
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR12-2024
Skills
- Grossing Specimens
- Microscopic Examination
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Special Stains Application
- Hazardous Materials managemen
- Molecular testing specialist (Hologic Panther)
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets and department procedure manuals
- Competed Hologic Panther System Key Operator Training
- Completed Oregon Dept. of Environmental Quality RCRA Hazardous Waste Training
- Collaborated in the development of a Molecular Testing department.
Certification
HT (ASCP) Board of Certification
Hologic Panther System Key Operator Certification
RCRA Hazardous Waste Training, Oregon DEQ
Timeline
Histology Technician
Pathology Consultants
05.2006 - Current
Food Microbiologist /Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Stahlbush Island Farms
06.1998 - 04.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biohealth Sciences
Oregon State University
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