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Melquiades Palmero

Summary

Experienced Pathologists' Assistant with a strong background in pathology and a proven track record in performing grossing and tissue sampling tasks. Skilled in handling a wide range of cases, from tissue biopsies to complex cases and autopsies. Exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities honed over a successful 20-year career. Dedicated, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable leader with expertise to effectively manage high caseloads.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pathologists' Assistant

Holly Cross Hospital
12.2024 - Current
  • Gross and photograph surgical tissue samples of all complexities
  • Select and prepare tissue for Histology
  • Documented and verified patient information and relevant clinical information using laboratory information system.
  • Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
  • Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.

Pathologists' Assistant

Hialeah Hospital
07.2024 - Current
  • Gross and photograph surgical tissue samples of all complexities
  • Select and prepare tissue for Histology
  • Documented and verified patient information and relevant clinical information using laboratory information system.
  • Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
  • Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
  • Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.


Pathologists' Assistant

Medipath
11.2023 - Current

Pathologists' Assistant

Halifax Medical Center
07.2023 - 11.2023

Pathologists' Assistant

University of Miami Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2023

Pathologists' Assistant

Halton Healthcare
01.2012 - 04.2022

Pathologists' Assistant

William Osler Health System
01.2013 - 07.2015

Pathologists' Assistant/Medical Laboratory Technologist

Credit Valley Hospital
03.2006 - 05.2011


  • Grossed and photographed specimens as required to support abnormal findings and gross dictation
  • Collection and storage of tissue samples according to Ontario Institute of Cancer Research (OICR) guidelines
  • Followed guideline to maintain DNA and RNA recommended levels of collected fresh tissue and blood samples
  • Maintained and obtain blood samples from patients donating tissue samples
  • Performed routine Histology duties such us embedding, Microtomy, and staining (manual and automated)
  • Performed frozen sections as requested
  • Guided and supervised students

Education

MBA - Candidate

Australian Institute of Business
02.2025

Medical Laboratory Sciences -

St Clair College
Windsor, Ontario
06.2004

Chemical Engineering -

Chemical Machinery Institute (MIXMA)
01.1995

Skills

  • Organizational growth
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Patient confidentiality adherence
  • Quality control management

Certification

  • Certified Pathologist Assistant, CCCPA
  • Medical Laboratory Technologist

Languages

English
Full Professional
Russian
Limited Working

Timeline

Pathologists' Assistant

Holly Cross Hospital
12.2024 - Current

Pathologists' Assistant

Hialeah Hospital
07.2024 - Current

Pathologists' Assistant

Medipath
11.2023 - Current

Pathologists' Assistant

Halifax Medical Center
07.2023 - 11.2023

Pathologists' Assistant

University of Miami Hospital
12.2022 - 01.2023

Pathologists' Assistant

William Osler Health System
01.2013 - 07.2015

Pathologists' Assistant

Halton Healthcare
01.2012 - 04.2022

Pathologists' Assistant/Medical Laboratory Technologist

Credit Valley Hospital
03.2006 - 05.2011

Medical Laboratory Sciences -

St Clair College

Chemical Engineering -

Chemical Machinery Institute (MIXMA)

MBA - Candidate

Australian Institute of Business
Melquiades Palmero