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GREG FORTUNE

Waco

Summary

Personable and dependable grossing assistant with experience working in a tissue lab receiving and processing surgical specimens. Knowledgeable of hospital procedures as well as laboratory safety measures. Interested in continuing lab work as well as learning new techniques to improve myself. Histology Slide Preparation Lab Safety Training Slide Staining Cryostat- Frozen Sections Knowledge of Hospital Computer Systems Data Entry Microscope training

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Grossing Assistant

Baylor Scott And White
12.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced lab efficiency by organizing and maintaining all pathology specimens and records.
  • Assisted in the accurate diagnosis of diseases by preparing high-quality slides for pathologist review.
  • Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing and staining tissue samples.
  • Increased accuracy in diagnoses, supporting pathologists through meticulous slide preparation and labeling.
  • Ensured seamless workflow within the laboratory, prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance.
  • Maintained a clean, well-organized workspace to optimize productivity and prevent cross-contamination of samples.
  • Provided exceptional support during autopsies, assisting in sample collection and documentation as needed.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between the pathology department and hospital staff, ensuring prompt delivery of critical information regarding patient diagnoses.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing workloads or priorities, consistently meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality or attention to detail.
  • Provided technical guidance and training to laboratory staff.
  • Improved sample integrity with meticulous attention to detail in gross examination and dissection procedures.
  • Improved laboratory safety with strict adherence to proper specimen handling procedures and protocols.
  • Collaborated with different departments to collect perform patient biopsies and fine needle aspirations
  • Perform gross and dictation for simple specimens( gallbladder, appendix, fallopian tubes, etc )
  • Responsible for authoring and updating anatomical pathology lab policies
  • Perform and stain frozen sections for rapid pathological review
  • Ordering lab lab supplies and maintaining inventory

Lab Assistant

Central Texas Pathology Laboratory
12.2017 - 12.2018
  • In the tissue lab I was responsible for collecting and receiving the surgical specimens from the OR as well as retrieving specimens from the various clinics within the hospital
  • Accessioning received specimens
  • Preparing frozen sections and touch preps for rapid evaluation by a pathologist
  • Storing and retrieving grossed specimens and slides
  • Communicate and answer any questions from hospital stall regarding pathology
  • Assisting clinical pathology department by receiving and preparing blood samples for analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Business

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2025

Skills

  • Specimen Labeling
  • Biohazardous Waste Disposal
  • Disinfection of lab equipment and supplies
  • Specimen Transport
  • Tissue Biopsies
  • Specimen Processing
  • Grossing
  • Frozen Sections
  • Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel proficiency
  • Cortex, PowerPath, and Softlab proficiency
  • Epic
  • Diff-Quik, Pap, and H&E staining

Timeline

Grossing Assistant

Baylor Scott And White
12.2018 - Current

Lab Assistant

Central Texas Pathology Laboratory
12.2017 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology

TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Business

Louisiana State University

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