Sabrina DiFiori
Summary
Ambitious and hardworking individual moved from Norfolk, VA to the Poulsbo area in February 2024. Previous job experience in pathology, laboratory processing, patient care, and environmental maintenance. Offering accountability, attentiveness to detail and adaptability as contributors to my career success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Surgical Grossing Technician
Dominion Pathology Laboratories
Norfolk, VA
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Grossly observe, describe and section tissue biopsies using visual and tactile sensory details
- Immunohistochemistry and Special tissue staining
- Prepare reagents and antibodies for tissue staining
- Maintain and calibrate slide staining machinery including Benchmark ULTRA IHC/ISH System and Dako Omnis System
- Assist histotechnicians in cryostat sectioning for Direct Immunoflourescence specimens
- Interact directly with pathologists regarding gross observations and patient diagnoses
- Periodically pull patient cases at random for evaluation and quality assurance testing
- Oversee and finalize all work at the end of the day
Processing Technician
LifeNet Health
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets
- Maintain a sterile field and practice aseptic techniques to eliminate contamination in the operating room
- Processed organ donations to be used for future recipients
Park Ranger
Denver Parks and Recreation
Denver, CO
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Patrol parks through vehicle and bicycle to ensure public safety and the absence of hazardous conditions
- Protect parks and their natural resources through resource management practices
- Clean up after and provide outreach for individuals experiencing homelessness
- Use various computer programs to record data and create logs/reports of field work
- Answer inquiries and complaints from visitors and provide information regarding park layout and history
Rehabilitation Aide
Midwest Orthopedics at Rush
Naperville, IL
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Check patients in/out and schedule appointments using medical databases
- Assist patients through exercises and provide cues to ensure proper form
- Manage inventory and clean equipment to maintain a sanitary environment
- Assist/observe physicians in performing evaluations and formulating treatment programs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Augustana College
Rock Island, IL05.2020
Skills
- Electronic Medical Records/Databases
- Chemical Handling
- Specimen Processing
- Quality Assurance
- Microscopy
- Sterilization
- Public Safety
Timeline
Lead Surgical Grossing Technician
Dominion Pathology Laboratories
05.2022 - 02.2024
Processing Technician
LifeNet Health
01.2022 - 04.2022
Park Ranger
Denver Parks and Recreation
01.2021 - 01.2022
Rehabilitation Aide
Midwest Orthopedics at Rush
12.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Augustana College
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