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Ginger Fraize

Ventura,CA

Summary

Over 21 years combined lab and 14 years histology experience working with frozen and fixed tissue. Seeking to enhance and apply skills working with a team of professionals that love histology and take pride in doing it well. Possess excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational and time management skills, and strive to be an example for others to follow through those skills and work ethic. Trusted advisor and goes the extra mile to help individuals succeed Am just as comfortable working on a team as independently. Easily execute tasks under high pressure circumstances and thrive when am busy. Have a keen attention to detail, willingness to learn and ask questions and a solid drive for excellence.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Histotechnologist

Community Memorial Health System
03.2022 - Current
  • Perform routine histological tasks to prepare tissue specimens for patient diagnostics: processing, embedding, microtomy, staining (H&E/ IHC/ Special Stains), quality control review.
  • Maintain integrity of equipment function and assay systems by applying quality assurance standards.
  • Develop QA standards to improve process performance and mitigate common mistakes.
  • Coordinate, develop, and maintain preparation of Histology lab policies and maintenance protocol documentation to CAP accreditation standards.
  • Training and development of staff to be able to work proficiently and independently, where needed.
  • Work across departments to meet needs and improve processes.
  • Maintain adequate stock and supplies to perform procedures and prepare reagents.
  • Stay current on changing procedures to offer expert support for histology laboratory activities.

Lead Histotechnologist

Agilent Technologies Inc.
03.2015 - 03.2022
  • Lead histologist in the Operations Histology department qualifying cell blocks and manufacturing CCLs ( control cell lines) for PD-L1 kits. Routinely cut between 500-1200 cell block sections in record time, maximizing block yield.
  • Cut a variety of tissue types from all over the world with varying paraffins, fixation and processing times for reagent QC, including frozen tissue.
  • Stained, graded and qualified CCL's utilizing Dako IHC, Special Stain, and H/E autostainer platforms.
  • Sharp microtomy and IHC troubleshooting and training skills.
  • Responsible for the planning in the OPS Histology department and worked closely with other departments to consistently meet fluctuating production demands. Through focus, detail and quick adaptability, maintained 100% on time performance.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins of over $350,000.
  • Applied critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed across multiple departments.

Histologist

AmeriPath
01.2013 - 02.2015
  • Precisely and accurately performed all routine and specialized histology techniques and procedures, including grossing, embedding, microtomy, tissue processing, fixation, routine H&E, special stains, and IHC using the Ventana IHC and special stain platforms.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Histologist

Translational Genomics Research Institute
07.2012 - 01.2013
  • Wrote Standard Operating Procedures at CAP level to get lab up and running to CLIA regulations.
  • Worked with frozen tissue for DNA and RNA extraction as well as sectioning for H/E and IHC staining.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.

Histologist

International Geonomics Consortium IGC
01.2010 - 07.2012
  • Responsible for sectioning, portioning and H/E staining of various types of frozen tissue samples used for molecular analyte extraction and testing for the Cancer Genome ATLAS project.
  • Performed image analysis on all slides so that pathologists could remotely confirm diagnosis.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Worked closely with manager to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
2015

HT certification ASCP - Histology

Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ
01.2012

Associate of Science - Science

Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ
12.2011

Skills

  • Histology essentials: grossing, embedding, microtomy, cryotomy, IHC/Special Stains/H&E staining, grading cell pellets for intensity and % positive staining, attention to detail and implementation of improvements to mitigate common mistakes
  • Leadership essentials: clear communication, delegation, problem-solving, innovation, vision, support, encouragement and solid work ethic to set as example of standard of excellence
  • CAP/CLIA/FDA regulatory policy and maintenance protocol development and implementation
  • Production monitoring
  • Quality control
  • Performance improvement
  • Resource allocation and delegation
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Workplace safety
  • Key performance indicators
  • Staff education and training
  • Continuous improvement initiatives
  • Training and Development

Certification

  • HTL ASCP
  • HT ASCP

Timeline

Lead Histotechnologist

Community Memorial Health System
03.2022 - Current

Lead Histotechnologist

Agilent Technologies Inc.
03.2015 - 03.2022

Histologist

AmeriPath
01.2013 - 02.2015

Histologist

Translational Genomics Research Institute
07.2012 - 01.2013

Histologist

International Geonomics Consortium IGC
01.2010 - 07.2012

Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences

Northern Arizona University

HT certification ASCP - Histology

Phoenix College

Associate of Science - Science

Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College

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