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Laura Taborsky

Portland,OR

Summary

Highly productive histotechnologist able to produce high quality work while working efficiently. Possesses a strong attention to detail and a commitment to patient care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Histotechnologist

Providence Health & Services
Portland, Oregon
04.2024 - Current
  • Performs Embedding and Microtomy primarily on challenging small biopsies
  • Works efficiently and produces high quality work on the busiest shift helping the team meet demanding turn-around times
  • Duties include cutting MOHS and special stains, including many hand stains

Histology Technician

The Vancouver Clinic
Vancouver, WA
04.2021 - 03.2024
  • Perform basic histology procedures independently
  • Assists in the orienting and training of new laboratory staff
  • Experience unloading and loading of IHC and special stains
  • Experience cutting levels, special stains, IHC and MOHS

Histotechnologist

Legacy Health Systems
Portland, Oregon
01.2018 - 06.2019
  • Perform basic histology procedures independently, including the maintenance of processors
  • Experience working on the early morning shift embedding and cutting primarily routine and large tissue
  • Experience working on the night shift embedding and cutting small biopsies
  • Experience unloading of special stains and IHC

Education

Medical Histology Program

Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA
08-2017

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Emphasis in Science And Art

Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
06-2006

Associate of Arts - Gender Studies

Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA
06-2001

Skills

  • Microtomy precision
  • Teamwork orientation
  • Special staining mastery
  • Continuing education commitment

Certification

  • Histotechnician Certification (HT) ASCP 2017-2027

Timeline

Senior Histotechnologist

Providence Health & Services
04.2024 - Current

Histology Technician

The Vancouver Clinic
04.2021 - 03.2024

Histotechnologist

Legacy Health Systems
01.2018 - 06.2019

Medical Histology Program

Clover Park Technical College

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Emphasis in Science And Art

Western Washington University

Associate of Arts - Gender Studies

Skagit Valley College
Laura Taborsky