Marie Gonzalez
San Jose,CA
Summary
Meticulous and methodical Histotechnician with strong laboratory background and expertise in preparing histological samples. Skilled in quality control and documentation with strong focus on preventing medical errors and sample contamination.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Histotechnician
Natera
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment, adhering to strict laboratory safety protocols and guidelines.
- Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
- Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
- Troubleshot technical issues in the laboratory, collaborating with colleagues to find effective solutions and maintain high-quality results.
- Operated microtomes to section body tissues for microscopic examination.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Histology Supervisor
El Camino Health
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained state-of-the-art laboratory equipment through proper calibration, troubleshooting, and repair tasks.
- Operated instrumentation for tissue dehydration and section clearing.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Conducted regular performance reviews and provided constructive feedback, supporting the continuous improvement for team members.
- Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
- Promoted a safe working environment through stringent adherence to safety protocols and consistent employee education on hazard awareness.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective histology management.
- Ensured high-quality results with thorough quality control measures, leading to increased diagnostic accuracy.
- Streamlined workflow for faster turnaround times by optimizing specimen handling and tracking processes.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, CAP, and benefits administration and general liability.
- Troubleshot inconsistencies and identified errors to trace root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Assisted in maintaining accreditation standards by ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and industry best practices.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and management to promote high quality patient care.
- Mentored junior staff members in advanced staining techniques, enhancing their technical skills while fostering professional growth.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Maximized team productivity by effectively managing staff schedules, workloads, and performance evaluations.
Histotechnician
El Camino Health
04.2013 - Current
- Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
- Readied specimens with use of embedded or infiltrated paraffin wax.
- Used glass slides to mount tissues for tests.
- Carried out specific tests and preparation requirements based on orders.
- Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining histology processes and implementing quality control measures.
- Sorted specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and recorded all processes in pathology log.
- Troubleshot technical issues in the laboratory, collaborating with colleagues to find effective solutions and maintain high-quality results.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Contributed to the timely delivery of pathology slides by maintaining efficient workflow and prioritizing tasks.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy through meticulous tissue sample preparation and staining techniques.
- Kept laboratory equipment in good working order with regular maintenance. and/or troubleshooting.
- Operated instrumentation for tissue dehydration and section clearing.
- Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
- Cut body tissue sections for microscopic examination using microtomes.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Reduced turnaround time for specimen processing by optimizing workflows and utilizing advanced equipment.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment, adhering to strict laboratory safety protocols and guidelines.
- Sustained inventory management duties, ensuring that essential supplies were readily available for daily use without interruption.
- Prepared solutions, stains and reagents in accordance with standards.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Keller Graduate School of Management
Fremont, CaBachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Manila Central University
Philippines05.1997
Skills
- Tissue Processing
- Quality Control Procedures
- Slide preparation techniques
- Technical applications implementation
Timeline
Senior Histotechnician
Natera
01.2023 - Current
Histology Supervisor
El Camino Health
10.2022 - Current
Histotechnician
El Camino Health
04.2013 - Current
MBA - Business Administration
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Manila Central University
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