LHIQUITA SMITH
HCA Dallas
Greenville,TX
5
years of professional experience
Experienced histology professional equipped for impactful contributions in medical and research settings. Skilled in tissue preparation, staining, and microscopic analysis. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs. Reliable with results-driven mindset, ensuring high-quality outcomes in diagnostic and research environments.
Work History
Histology Technician
4 Years 8 Months- Prepared and processed tissue samples for microscopic examination, ensuring quality control in histological techniques.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, including microtomes and embedding centers, to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Conducted routine staining procedures and developed protocols for optimal specimen preservation and analysis accuracy.
- Collaborated with pathologists to ensure timely processing of specimens, improving turnaround times for diagnostic results.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies, ensuring availability of essential materials for uninterrupted operations.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by streamlining histology procedures and workflow.
- Maintained a high level of quality control, ensuring accurate and reliable test results for patients.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in slide preparation and staining.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
- Completed complex histological procedures to prepare slides for analysis.
- Prepared solutions, stains and reagents in accordance with standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
PBT (ASCP)cm - Medical Assistant
High School Diploma
Skills
Grossing specimens
Microscopic examination
Laboratory safety protocols
Special stains application
Immunohistochemical testing
Specimen handling
Quality control procedures
Embedding tissues
Specimen preparation
Hazardous waste management
Laboratory information systems
Equipment maintenance
Specimen processing
Microtome operation
Tissue processing
Fixation techniques
Slide preparation
Accomplishments
Employee of the year
Timeline
Histology Technician
HCA Dallas
12.2021 - CurrentRead More
Brookhaven Community College
Associate of Science from Biology
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Education America
PBT (ASCP)cm from Medical Assistant
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Hillcrest High School
High School Diploma
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