Juan Palacios
Buckeye,AZ
Summary
Detailed-orientated Histology Technician Trainee at Caris Life Sciences with a proven track record in quality control and error troubleshooting. Enhanced diagnostic accuracy through meticulous slide preparation and optimized workflows, significantly reducing turnaround times in all departments . Skilled in tissue processing such as micotomy/embedding and dedicated to fostering team efficiency and attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Histology Technician Trainee
Caris Life Sciences
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained a high level of quality control, ensuring accurate and reliable test results for patients.
- Troubleshot inconsistencies and identified errors to trace root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Performed complex tissue embedding processes on common basis, preserving samples for future analysis.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by streamlining histology procedures and workflow.
- Cut body tissue sections for microscopic examination using microtomes.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in slide preparation while doubling metric.
Produce Manager
Target
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Coached and mentored new team members.
- Assisted customers with produce questions.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, addressing discrepancies and minimizing shrinkage due to theft or spoilage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
2217 W Glendale Ave Phoenix, Az 8502105-2020
Skills
- Tissue processing
- Microscopic examination
- Quality control
- Error troubleshooting
- Tissue embedding
- Workflow optimization
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Microtome operation
- Microtomy techniques
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- One of the top producers in my lab with little to no errors.
- Push out great quality
- Can troubleshoot difficult blocks
- Achieved Quarterly Top Performer through effectively helping with the lab's workflow.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Histology Technician Trainee
Caris Life Sciences
11.2022 - Current
Produce Manager
Target
01.2019 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
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