Jessica H. Long HTL(ASCP)
Grosse Pointe Woods,MI
Summary
Knowledgeable Histotechnologist with first-rate skills in workflow planning, IHC and quality control, looking to put expertise and experience to good use in a permanent role with a forward-thinking company.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Laboratory Manager
Direct Path
Bingham, MI
2026.04 - Current
- Manage laboratory workflow for Direct Path specimen processing and operations
- Maintain CLIA compliance for laboratory operations
- Perform routine benchwork and quality control on dermatopathology specimens
- Immunohistochemistry performance and QC on the Leica Bond staining platform
- Execute DIF procedures on frozen section specimens
- Manage inventory of supplies to support testing efficiency
- Collaborate with pathologists to implement and refine protocols
Histotechnologist HTL (ASCP)
LabCorp
Detroit, MI, MI
2022.11 - 2026.03
- Performed routine Histology and Immunohistochemistry bench work with precision and efficiency
- Worked up new antibodies on Ventana Ultra Staining Platform
- Performed validations of IHC protocols
- Tested and maintained tissue control bank
- Performed frozen sections with Pathologists at multiple sites
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained adequate stock and supplies to perform procedures and prepare reagents.
- Coordinated preparation of lab section for CAP accreditation.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior staff members, fostering a supportive learning environment within the histotechnology department.
Histotechnologist HTL(ASCP)
Ascension St. John Hospital
Detroit, MI, MI
2004.06 - 2022.11
- Histotechnician HT(ASCP) entry level 2004-2007
- Performed routine histology and immunohistochemistry bench work.
- Served as Clinical Education Supervisor through the University of Indiana HistoTechnology Program from 2008-2012.
- Dayshift Charge Tech 2008-2012
- Lead in integrating IHC into the lab and training staff in IHC procedures
- Author of several departmental procedures in routine histology and Immunohistochemistry
- Worked up new antibodies on Ventana Ultra Staining Platform
- Performed validations of IHC protocols.
- Trained students and new hires
- Tested and maintain control bank
- Performed frozen sections with Pathologists at multiple sites
- Troubleshot issues with routine testing and IHC
- Assisted the department with the department inspection compliance
Dance Instructor
Arthur Murray Dance Studio
- Taught ballroom and Latin dance in private and group settings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Wayne State University
Detroit, MIHistology Technician -
Corewell W. Beaumont Schools of Histotechnology
Royal Oak, MI 2003.09 - 2004.04
Skills
Technical experience
Leadership experience
IHC expertise
Certification
HT (ASCP) 2004-2007
HTL (ASCP) 2007-present
Timeline
Interim Laboratory Manager
Direct Path
2026.04 - Current
Histotechnologist HTL (ASCP)
LabCorp
2022.11 - 2026.03
Histotechnologist HTL(ASCP)
Ascension St. John Hospital
2004.06 - 2022.11
Histology Technician -
Corewell W. Beaumont Schools of Histotechnology
2003.09 - 2004.04
Dance Instructor
Arthur Murray Dance Studio
Bachelor of Arts -
Wayne State University