Kathryn Dresbach
Greencastle,IN
Summary
To pursue a career in the field of science that can utilize my education and experience.
Dependable Histology Technician specializing in technical histology work. Proficient in preparing slides, documenting results and producing timely reports. Work effectively with clinical staff to provide information and resolve problems.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Histology Technician/Cytology Technician
Hendricks Regional Health
10.2018 - Current
- Histology skills include: Microtomy, embedding of various tissue specimens and manual special stains. I am an Epic Credentialed Trainer in Beaker Anatomical Pathology. Equipment knowledge with Thermo Scientific Printmate, slidemate, Gemini AS stainer, clearview coverslipper and Tissue-Tek VIP 6 processors. Writing procedures, lot verification, and preparing for inspections. Preparing various cytology specimen-Fine needle and non-gyn, slides and cell blocks. Assist in Bone Marrow procedures-collecting specimen. Daily and routine maintenance of Histology equipment
Histology Technician
Ameripath-Quest Diagnostics
01.2005 - 10.2018
- Histology skills include: Processing, embedding and microtomy of surgical tissue, special stains (automated and manual), frozen sections, use of special stains ArtisanLink Pro(Dako), Sakura Tissue-Tek AutoSection (Auto-Align microtome) and equipment maintenance.
Histology Supervisor, Histology Technician, Medical Laboratory Assistant
St. Vincent Women's Hospital
01.1997 - 01.2005
- Histology skills include: Grossing, processing, embedding, microtomy, and H&E staining of surgical tissue. Frozen sections, immuno-cytokeratin staining, machine maintenance, accessioning, data entry, ordering, and policy/procedures manuals.
- Laboratory skills include: Phlebotomy experience in geriatric psychiatric unit, out/in patients and newborns. Experience in venipuncture and capillary heel sticks for various tests, preparation of specimen for off-site diagnosis and data entry.
Surgical Technician
Ameripath
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Surgical Pathology skills include: Grossing/dictating a variety of surgical specimens and assisting pathologist with frozen sections.
Education
Associate of Science - Histotechnology
Indiana University-IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN01.2003
ASCP Certification - Histologic Technician
American Society of Clinical Pathologists
Indianapolis, IN01.2001
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Professional Careers Institute
Indianapolis, IN01.1997
Diploma - College preparatory curriculum
Avon High School
Avon, IN01.1996
Skills
- Embedding
- Microtomy techniques
- Special stains application
- Frozen sectioning
- Grossing specimens
Timeline
Histology Technician/Cytology Technician
Hendricks Regional Health
10.2018 - Current
Histology Technician
Ameripath-Quest Diagnostics
01.2005 - 10.2018
Surgical Technician
Ameripath
01.2000 - 01.2002
Histology Supervisor, Histology Technician, Medical Laboratory Assistant
St. Vincent Women's Hospital
01.1997 - 01.2005
Associate of Science - Histotechnology
Indiana University-IUPUI
ASCP Certification - Histologic Technician
American Society of Clinical Pathologists
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Professional Careers Institute
Diploma - College preparatory curriculum
Avon High School
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