Penney Brown

• Supported cross-functional teams within the organization by providing critical input on tissue analysis findings during interdisciplinary case reviews.
• Troubleshot technical issues in the laboratory, collaborating with colleagues to find effective solutions and maintain high-quality results.
• Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining histology processes and implementing quality control measures.
• Assisted in research projects, providing expert technical support in histological techniques and data analysis.
• Maintained a clean and safe working environment, adhering to strict laboratory safety protocols and guidelines.
• Collaborated with pathologists to ensure accurate diagnoses, assisting in the examination of tissue samples.
• Developed comprehensive documentation of laboratory procedures, enhancing consistency across the team''s work output.
• Prepared solutions, stains and reagents in accordance with standards.
• Delivered reliable results by performing routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Coordinated with healthcare providers to obtain necessary information for proper specimen handling and processing.
• Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
• Logged over [Number] samples on average, handling each expertly to prevent contamination.
• Operated instrumentation for tissue dehydration and section clearing.
• Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
• Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
• Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
• Improved visibility of cells with use of dyes and other chemicals.
• Operated microtomes to section body tissues for microscopic examination.
• Compiled and maintained preventive maintenance and instrument performance check records according to schedule and regulations.
• Carried out specific tests and preparation requirements based on orders.
• Kept laboratory equipment in good working order with regular maintenance.
• Cut body tissue sections for microscopic examination using microtomes.
• Readied specimens with use of embedded or infiltrated paraffin wax.
• Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
• Used glass slides to mount tissues for tests.

I started out as a Phlebotomist and after 2 years was able to fill a position in Pathology to train to be a Histotechnician.

Me previous job list is scanty after moving to Franklin in 1995.

My dates are approximate.

I started as Penney Diienno

• Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
• Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.