KARINA MARTINEZ

• Prepare and discard chemical reagents
• Retrieve chemicals such as Xylene, alcohol, and Formaldehyde when needed
• Independently operate lab equipment
• Fixing and processing human tissue for proper sample preservation
• Operate and maintain automated tissue processors
• Embedding human tissue in paraffin wax
• Managing recuts and allocating additional stains including special and immunohistochemistry stains, as requested by Pathologist
• Operate, clean, and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware, instruments, and workstation
• Managing monthly logs, distributing and maintaining CEUs
• Maintains proper records in accordance with SOPs and policies
• Independently converted a physical copy of CAP material to digital
• Work efficiently in a multidisciplinary team setting
• Coordinating with FEDEX and UPS for shipping of stained slides
• Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
• Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
• Troubleshot inconsistencies and identified errors to trace root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Conducted tests correctly to obtain accurate results used to support patients' needs and diagnose conditions.
• Reported accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
• Checked stained slides against paraffin blocks and gross dictation to determine completeness of sections.
• Performed technical duties to produce histopathological slides of surgical specimens.
• Observed safety and compliance guidelines by following departmental standards and practices.
• Prepared tissue specimens for macro and microscopic examination by pathologists.
• Processed human tissue and body fluid specimens to prepare for microscopic exam.

• Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
• Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
• Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
• Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
• Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
• Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
• Developed library displays and implemented innovative outreach activities for improved community engagement.

• Translated information for patrons of the Latinx community

• Organized library equipment and collections

• Coached students, faculty, and staff in the use of electronic, print, and internet resources

• Enforced circulation policies and procedures