Garrett VanArsdale
Lebo,KS
Summary
Experienced with tissue sample preparation, staining, and microscopic analysis. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of histological techniques to ensure high-quality slide preparations. Strong understanding of laboratory safety protocols and meticulous attention to detail in cellular identification.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Histology Technician
Kansas Medical Clinic PA
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained laboratory equipment such as tissue processors, automatic stainers, coverslippers, and microtomes
- Scribed for dermatopathologist during diagnostic examination of patient slides
- Performed gross preparation of surgical specimens.
- Ascensioned daily tissue samples and updated patient patient EMR for nurses and dermatology providers as needed
- Orientated tissue samples during embedding process, performed daily microtomy
- Performed manual special stain and immunohistochemistry staining via HIER bond processing
- Compiled and maintained records of preventive maintenance and instrument performance according to schedule and regulations.
- Disposed of biohazardous materials, chemical waste and sharps per lab policy and OSHA guidelines
Clinical Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2025
- Evaluated phlebotomy team's work frequently and provided strategies for efficiency and improvement.
- Collaborated with departmental supervisor in implementing and assessing new training techniques for new staff members
- Efficiently triaged lab draws around the hospital based upon lab order and time
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses and providers.
- Communicated clearly with nurses and providers to accommodate special collections such as line draws, port access, and IV therapy access.
- Assisted hospital nurses and providers with troubleshooting patient lab orders and order sets
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Coached new team members on ways to complete complex tasks, how to adhere to compliance standards and ways to improve productivity.
- Helped to prepare for annual College of American Pathologists departmental audit
Student Coordinator Shalala Musicreach Program
University of Miami- school
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Taught private and group music lessons to students in low-income schools across Miami-Dade county
- Helped students acquire supplies and resources at little no cost
- Boosted registrations by improving promotional, outreach, and parent engagement strategies.
- Managed staff of undergraduate music major mentors
- Advised undergraduate mentors with methods of engagement for their mentees
- Coordinated outreach events with local public school band programs
- Planned concert events for students
- Assisted program manager with budgeting strategies for supplies and resources
Education
No Degree - 37 Hours of Biology And Chemistry Coursework
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS12.2023
Master of Music - Clarinet Performance
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL05.2021
Bachelor of Music - Music
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS08.2018
High School Diploma -
Lebo High School
05.2015
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Ability to use Cerner Powerchart and other electronic medical records
- Conflict resolution
- Upholding HIPAA and strict patient confidentiality
- Strong attention to detail
- Specimen grossing for pathological review
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Manual special staining
- Microtomy/Embedding
- Immunohistochemical Staining via Heat-Induced Epitope Retrieval bonds
- Slide preparation
- Specimen fixation
- Reagent preparation
Certifications
- Nationally Certified Phlebotomy Technician CPT American Allied Health
Timeline
Histology Technician
Kansas Medical Clinic PA
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2025
Student Coordinator Shalala Musicreach Program
University of Miami- school
01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Music - Music
Emporia State University
High School Diploma -
Lebo High School
No Degree - 37 Hours of Biology And Chemistry Coursework
University of Kansas
Master of Music - Clarinet Performance
University of Miami
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