Joanna Jacob
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented anatomic pathology and grossing lab technician with a master’s in biology and a bachelor’s in chemistry. Strong foundation in histology, surgical anatomy, and gross specimen processing. Experienced in sample preparation, microscopy, and tissue analysis, with proficiency in laboratory safety and compliance. Passionate about supporting pathology teams by ensuring precise specimen handling and analysis.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
ABA Therapist
Centria Healthcare
Atlanta, USA
09.2023 - Current
- Applies science-based methodologies to analyze behavioral patterns and treatment efficacy
Advocate
ATL Court Appointed Special, CASA
Atlanta, USA
03.2021 - Current
- Conducts case research and reporting for legal and medical proceedings
Medical Laboratory Technician
Atlanta, USA
03.2018 - 09.2022
- Conducted chemical and histological analyses on various biological samples
- Followed strict pathology lab protocols for specimen handling and disposal
- Documented and maintained precise laboratory records to ensure compliance
Medical Scribe
ScribeAmerica
Atlanta, USA
03.2018 - 09.2022
- Assisted pathologists and physicians by documenting patient encounters and diagnoses
- Recorded histopathology and clinical findings for case documentation and reporting
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
Piedmont Urgent Care by Wellstreet
Atlanta, USA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Processed and prepared biological specimens for diagnostic testing
- Maintained aseptic conditions while handling human tissue and fluid samples
- Performed routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy
Education
Master of Science - Biology (Focus: Surgical Anatomy & Histology)
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2021
Skills
- Histological Techniques
- Pathology Techniques
- Grossing
- Tissue Processing
- Embedding
- Microtomy
- Staining
- Laboratory Techniques
- Specimen Handling
- Fixation
- Aseptic Techniques
- Light Microscopy
- Analytical Techniques
- Chemical Techniques
- High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
- GC-MS
- Spectroscopy
- FTIR
- NMR
- Medical Tools
- Diagnostic Tools
- SARS-CoV-2 Diagnostic Kits
- Hematology
- Microbiology
- Data Management
- Reporting
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
- Research Documentation
- Scientific Writing
Languages
Bilingual: French-Creole & English
Skills Techniques
- Histological & Pathology Techniques: Grossing, Tissue Processing, Embedding, Microtomy, Staining (H&E, IHC)
- Laboratory Techniques: Specimen Handling, Fixation, Aseptic Techniques, Light Microscopy
- Analytical & Chemical Techniques: High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), GC-MS, Spectroscopy, FTIR, NMR
- Medical & Diagnostic Tools: SARS-CoV-2 Diagnostic Kits, Hematology, Microbiology
- Data Management & Reporting: Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), Research Documentation, Scientific Writing
- Certifications: RBT Certification, Community Emergency Response Team Certified
Timeline
ABA Therapist
Centria Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
Piedmont Urgent Care by Wellstreet
08.2021 - 05.2022
Advocate
ATL Court Appointed Special, CASA
03.2021 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
03.2018 - 09.2022
Medical Scribe
ScribeAmerica
03.2018 - 09.2022
Master of Science - Biology (Focus: Surgical Anatomy & Histology)
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Georgia State University
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