Rae Mikeska
Sherman,TX
Summary
Reliable individual with skills and experience as Medical Laboratory Professional. Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AP Lab Supervisor
Convergent Laboratories
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Histotechnician PRN
Baylor Scott and White
04.2024 - Current
- Completed complex histological procedures to prepare slides for analysis.
- Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
- Stayed current on changing procedures to offer expert support for histology laboratory activities.
- Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Carried out specific tests and preparation requirements based on orders.
- Used glass slides to mount tissues for tests.
- Maintained laboratory histologic manuals to standardize procedures.
- Cut body tissue sections for microscopic examination using microtomes.
- Operated microtomes to section body tissues for microscopic examination.
- Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
Histology Tech, Grossing Tech & Cytology Tech
Convergent Laboratories
05.2020 - Current
- Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
- Dictated and grossed tissue samples obtained from multiple physicians' offices and medical facilities.
- Conducted tests correctly to obtain accurate results used to support patients' needs and diagnose conditions.
- Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
- Stayed current on changing procedures to offer expert support for histology laboratory activities.
- Kept grossing room fully stocked with necessary supplies and equipment ready for use.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Troubleshot inconsistencies and identified errors to trace root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Entered data on demographics, grossing descriptions, and clinical diagnosis into EMR.
- Prepared solutions, stains and reagents in accordance with standards.
- Checked stained slides against paraffin blocks and gross dictation to determine completeness of sections.
- Performed technical duties to produce histopathological slides of surgical specimens.
- Reported accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
- Prepared tissue specimens for macro and microscopic examination by pathologists.
- Used microtome to section embedded tissue and mount on microscope slide.
- Processed human tissue and body fluid specimens to prepare for microscopic exam.
- Followed laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, analysis and reporting to facilitate quality assurance.
- Observed safety and compliance guidelines by following departmental standards and practices.
Science Teacher and Athletic Coach
Sherman ISD
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Provided individualized feedback to support student learning and development.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Analyzed player skills to accurately assign players to teams and provide training for improvement.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Maintained certification in CPR and first-aid procedures to respond to player injury.
- Scheduled practices, tournaments and bus transportation for team members.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Science Teacher and Athletic Coach
Killeen Independent School District
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Utilized diverse instructional approaches to accommodate different learning styles.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Environmental Field Chemist/ Lab Pack Chemist
Clean Harbors
12.2017 - 06.2018
- Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach.
- Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments.
- Maximized protections by accurately labeling hazardous waste containers in line with environmental and safety requirements.
- Maintained inspection-ready manifest documentation for review by supervisor.
- Sampled and characterized waste to generate accurate materials profiles.
- Collected and disposed of hazardous waste produced in businesses.
Science Teacher and Athletic Coach
La Porte ISD
08.2014 - 11.2017
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Designed innovative science curricula to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Monitored student players' compliance with satisfactory academic performance standards.
- Analyzed player skills to accurately assign players to teams and provide training for improvement.
- Scheduled practices, tournaments and bus transportation for team members.
- Maintained certification in CPR and first-aid procedures to respond to player injury.
- Established strong working relationships with news media outlets, school administration and team parents.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX01.2010
Associate in Kinesiology - undefined
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX01.2007
Skills
- Laboratory Management
- Inventory Oversight
- Preventive Maintenance
- Data Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Issue Troubleshooting
- Workflow Coordination
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Sample preparation and analysis
- Interpersonal and written communication
Certification
- Driver's License, 02/01/31
- HTL (ASCP), 10/01/22, 10/01/25
References
- Hugo Bejarano - Director of Operations, Convergent Labs (Commercial Pathology Sciences, LLC), 214-288-7136, hugo.bejarano@aperturecdx.com
- Charlene Minor - Lead HistoTech, BSW-Irving, 469-867-9317, charlene.minor@BSWHealth.org
- Dr. Paul Kaplan - Pathologist, Convergent Labs (Commercial Pathology Sciences, LLC), 423-834-4752, paul.kaplan@aperturecdx.com
- Laura Harding - Cytotechnologist, Convergent Labs (Commercial Pathology Sciences, LLC), 214-317-2504, laura.harding@aperturedx.com
Personal Information
Title: Histopathology to Analyst and everything in between
Affiliations
- ASCP
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Achieved a supervisory role in less than 4 years in the profession through exemplary work ethic, dedication, and advanced absorption of knowledge.
Timeline
Histotechnician PRN
Baylor Scott and White
04.2024 - Current
AP Lab Supervisor
Convergent Laboratories
11.2023 - Current
Histology Tech, Grossing Tech & Cytology Tech
Convergent Laboratories
05.2020 - Current
Science Teacher and Athletic Coach
Sherman ISD
07.2019 - 05.2020
Science Teacher and Athletic Coach
Killeen Independent School District
01.2019 - 07.2019
Environmental Field Chemist/ Lab Pack Chemist
Clean Harbors
12.2017 - 06.2018
Science Teacher and Athletic Coach
La Porte ISD
08.2014 - 11.2017
Associate in Kinesiology - undefined
Trinity Valley Community College
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Sam Houston State University
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