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Ever Flores

Palmdale,CA

Summary

Dynamic Histology Technologist with expertise from LabCorp, recognized for enhancing diagnostic accuracy through meticulous slide preparation and quality control. Proficient in microtome operation and special stains application, while fostering teamwork and maintaining high laboratory safety standards. Bilingual communicator dedicated to continuous improvement and patient care excellence.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Histology Technologist

LabCorp
10.2024 - Current
  • Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
  • Troubleshot inconsistencies and identified errors to trace root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
  • Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
  • Completed complex histological procedures to prepare slides for analysis.
  • Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
  • Stayed current on changing procedures to offer expert support for histology laboratory activities.

Histologist Lead

Q2 Solutions
03.2018 - 10.2024

Secured slide samples and applied specialized dyes for H&E and special stains.

Utilized Bond, Ventana, and Dako platforms for immunohistochemistry staining.

Conducted routine and non-routine maintenance on histology laboratory equipment.

  • Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency while excelling in independent tasks.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Histology Technologist

Palmdale Reginal Medical Center
02.2017 - 03.2018
  • Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
  • Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
  • Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
  • Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
  • Conducted tests correctly to obtain accurate results used to support patients' needs and diagnose conditions.
  • Kept grossing room fully stocked with necessary supplies and equipment ready for use.

Histology Technologist

St Joseph Medical Center
02.2008 - 03.2018
  • Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
  • Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
  • Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
  • Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
  • Stain IHC slide using the Ventana platform.
  • Also maintain proper documentation of all antibodies for daily use. Properly do lot to lots and shipment to shipment.
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives, upholding the highest standards of accuracy and reliability in histologic work.

Histology Technician

Omni Labs
04.2005 - 04.2008
  • 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.
  • Maintained a high level of quality control, ensuring accurate and reliable test results for patients.
  • Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
  • Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
  • Completed complex histological procedures to prepare slides for analysis.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

California State University Northridhge
Northridge, CA
06-2004

Skills

  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Frozen sectioning
  • Special stains application
  • CLIA guidelines
  • Embedding tissues
  • Microtome operation
  • bilingual

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Histology Technologist

LabCorp
10.2024 - Current

Histologist Lead

Q2 Solutions
03.2018 - 10.2024

Histology Technologist

Palmdale Reginal Medical Center
02.2017 - 03.2018

Histology Technologist

St Joseph Medical Center
02.2008 - 03.2018

Histology Technician

Omni Labs
04.2005 - 04.2008

Bachelor of Science - Biology

California State University Northridhge
Ever Flores