Hughan Jr. Reid
Webster
Summary
Detail-oriented and efficient Histology Lab Assistant with experience supporting laboratory operations in the preparation, processing, and analysis of tissue samples. Skilled in specimen handling, slide preparation, staining techniques, and maintaining laboratory equipment to ensure accurate diagnostic results. Adept at following strict safety protocols, quality control procedures, and collaborating with pathologists and laboratory staff. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced clinical or research environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Histology Lab Assistant
Rochester General Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Clinical Research Assistant
Rochester Regional Health
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained lab equipment and maintenance equipment logs
- General Histology duties, Processing, Embedding, Sectioning, and Staining of routine surgical specimens, cell blocks and biopsies
- Cut surgical, autopsy and dermatology blocks on microtome, to prepare for staining and coverslipping
Specimen Management Technician
Rochester Regional Health
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Maintained thorough knowledge of research methods and techniques and understanding of basic scientific principles
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Prepare laboratory samples for testing; operate imaging system as appropriate; communicate with departments and physicians regarding laboratory testings
Lab Technician
Cerion Nanomaterial
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Responsible for collection and disposal of waste generated by a lab under the supervision of Lab Coordinator, promoting safety and sustainability
- Maintaining a current record of lab inventory such as chemicals, solvents and compounds
- Conducted three technical experiments per week and maintained all lab equipment (furnaces, pipettes, centrifuges, pH meter) and supplies in order to complete experiments on time
Education
Certificate in Histological Technician -
Broome
Binghamton, NY05-2024
Bachelor of Science -
State University of New York College At Brockport
05.2021
Skills
- Microsoft word
- Reagent preparation
- Research assistance
- Supply maintenance
- Lab equipment processes
- Laboratory techniques
- Laboratory documentation
- Scientific writing
- Microsoft excel
- Computer literacy
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Record preparation
Certification
- Histotechnician License - 2025
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant
Rochester Regional Health
06.2024 - 08.2024
Histology Lab Assistant
Rochester General Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Specimen Management Technician
Rochester Regional Health
09.2022 - 11.2023
Lab Technician
Cerion Nanomaterial
03.2022 - 09.2022
Certificate in Histological Technician -
Broome
Bachelor of Science -
State University of New York College At Brockport
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