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NELSON A. TAVERAS

Utica,Ny

Summary

Experienced with tissue sample preparation, staining, and microscopic analysis. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of histological techniques to ensure high-quality slide preparations. Strong understanding of laboratory safety protocols and meticulous attention to detail in cellular identification.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Histology Technician

Wynn Hospital
10.2024 - Current
  • Experienced in using Leica bond and Ventanna for immuno testing.
  • Add and Remove antibodies for testing Setup.
  • Prepare slides and Cutting blocks for immuno testing for the Pathologist.
  • Distribute cases and checking for errors in immunohistochemistry staining.
  • Check controls are working for proper diagnosis.
  • Maintain detailed equipment logs and perform regular maintenance on laboratory instruments.

Inventory Control Par-Tech

AdventHealth Hospital
01.2023 - 10.2024
  • Generated requisitions for special orders, ordering stock items and Inventory reconciliation.
  • Tracked and received special and stock items along with restocking designated inventory areas.
  • Tagged and registers high spend items into (POU) or RFID systems as applicable.
  • Managed inventory by adjusting par levels when necessary and manage accuracy of bin locations and cost center expense codes.
  • As Control Par Technician generated the Inventory, and reviewed the reports and data related to supplies and expense charges to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • The position contributed to the development and execution of action plans for supply cost and savings.
  • Most important participated in outstanding customer service and accepted responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
  • Duties and Responsibilities:

Histology Technician

Mount Sinai Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2022
  • Embedded Vas-Deferens, Gall bladders, skin biopsies and all surgical tissues (Frozen Sections).
  • Processed tissues using the Tissue Tek 2 VIP machine, and the Thermoscientific Processor.
  • Loaded and unloaded all the Processors.
  • Maintained histological equipment.
  • Prepared frozen section from the O.R.
  • Managed QC of the microtome and water bath.
  • Cut sections using microtome and for Special Stains.
  • Performed daily special stains by entering desired stains to be completed by pathologist request.
  • Optimized and validated Dako Artisan special strainer.
  • Duties and Responsibilities:

Histology Technician

LabCorp of America
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Managed Positive Control Tissue bank for Immunohistochemistry and Special Stains.
  • Prioritized mutation cases such as: KRAS, EGFR, ONC’FISH, REFLEX CASES, given to the attending Pathologist in a timely manner.
  • Regularly performed routine microtomy.
  • Embedded tissues correctly within the time frames set by Pathologists.
  • Setted up mutation cases at the receiving end and setting up the panel, checking that the TRF is correct before proceeding.
  • Set up slides on the table and matching the slides with TRF’s and doctors.
  • Duties and Responsibilities:

Histology Technician

Memorial Sloan-Kettering
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Duties and Responsibilities entail as follows: Trimming of specimens into blocks and fixed tissues into formalin or other fixing solution.
  • Dehydrated tissue sections by immersion I acetone or alcohol baths.
  • Cleared sections by use of special liquid reagents.
  • Impregnated sections with paraffin in vacuum.
  • Prepared specimens by frozen section method.
  • Maintained the Leica Pyloris machines.
  • Kept routine maintenance of Symphony staining machines.
  • Cutted sections of body tissues for microscopic examination using microtomes.

Histology Technician

Saint Elizabeth Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2010
  • Responsible for: Frozen sections, Grossing, Cutting and Embedding, Special stains, and accessioning.
  • Performed hand staining of frozen sections for pathologist in surgical setting.
  • Assisted pathologist with surgical grossing.
  • Accessioned and file all tissue, blocks, and slides.
  • Use of Cryostat Microtome instrument for sectioning frozen tissue for prompt diagnosis of skin, thyroid, lung, breast, and margin cancers.
  • Use of Leica cryostat.
  • Use of Cryo Embedder, Slides, Slide holders, Coverslips and tissue marking dye.
  • Use of Mounting Medium to mount fresh tissue.
  • Use of Hematoxylin and Eosin dyes to stain tissue.
  • Use of Alcohol, Xylene and Clearing reagents in preparation of staining slides.
  • Maintenance of Laboratory’s cleanliness.
  • Routine maintenance of laboratory logs for lab equipment and lab equipment temperatures and of microtome and microscopes.
  • Performed autopsies under pathologist orders.

Histology Technician

NYU School of Medicine
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Maintained cutting abilities through supervisor’s requirements.
  • Operated various types of Microtomes.
  • Strengthened my grossing techniques with the Pathologist of the derma pathology laboratory.
  • Performed various Special stains.
  • Applied cover slipping on slides.
  • Helped pathologist with autopsies.

Histology Technician

Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
01.1998 - 01.1999
  • Grossed tissues under the supervision of the attending Pathologist such as: Eyes, Breast Implants, Nasal-Septum’s, Meshwork and various skin recurrences.
  • Conducted routine Microtomy.
  • Embedded skin biopsies within timeframes prescribed by pathologist.
  • Maintained stainer of tissue processor Leica 1040 TP.
  • Troubleshooted and changed solutions by machine and manually.

Histology Technician

Dianon Systems
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Grossed different types of biopsy tissues such as: GI specimens (upper and lower), Derm biopsies, Gyn biopsies and Vas Deferens.
  • Processed incoming accessioned specimens.
  • Conducted special stain Pas, Trichrome, Iron and Congo red.

Histology Technician

Dr. Edward Zappi Derma pathology
01.1988 - 01.1995
  • Grossed tissues.
  • Handled H & E staining.
  • Conducted routine Microtomy.
  • Organized tissue processor such as VIP tissue processor.
  • Systematized Special stains such as Periodic Acid Shiff stains and Trichrome.

Education

Certification as Medical Lab Technician -

Mandl School
Manhattan, NY

Skills

  • Grossing specimens
  • Microscopic examination
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Frozen sectioning

Certification

  • Clinical Laboratory Technician
  • License Number #001164-01
  • Certificate Number: 3004131

Timeline

Histology Technician

Wynn Hospital
10.2024 - Current

Inventory Control Par-Tech

AdventHealth Hospital
01.2023 - 10.2024

Histology Technician

Mount Sinai Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2022

Histology Technician

LabCorp of America
01.2011 - 01.2015

Histology Technician

Memorial Sloan-Kettering
01.2010 - 01.2011

Histology Technician

Saint Elizabeth Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2010

Histology Technician

NYU School of Medicine
01.1999 - 01.2002

Histology Technician

Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital
01.1998 - 01.1999

Histology Technician

Dianon Systems
01.1996 - 01.1998

Histology Technician

Dr. Edward Zappi Derma pathology
01.1988 - 01.1995

Certification as Medical Lab Technician -

Mandl School

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