Sarah Beste
Warren,MI
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Histotechnologist
Henry Ford Health System
04.2013 - Current
- Tests and validates new and novel special stains and IHC procedures
- Performs routine histology lab duties and administrative duties
- Educates junior techs and consults with principal investigators
- Promotes a culture of continuous quality improvement, actively seeking opportunities to enhance laboratory services
Technical Specialist
St. John Providence Health System
05.2011 - 04.2013
- Supervised 20 people (day shift and afternoon shift) at two locations
- Successfully passed two CAP Inspections
- Tested and validated new routine, special stains, and IHC/ISH procedures
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of technical processes, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members
- Trained junior technicians on industry best practices and company-specific procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth
Histotechnician/Diener
07.2008 - 05.2011
- Embedded and cut frozen and processed surgical specimens
- Maintained equipment used in the lab on a daily or otherwise basis
- Performed routine H&E and special stains on frozen or paraffin embedded sections
- Assisted pathologists in autopsy and maintains autopsy suite/morgue.
Education
Master of Science - Epidemiology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05.2025
Master of Arts - Biological Anthropology
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.2017
Histology Technician Certification -
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Indiana06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Mortuary Science
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05.2005
Skills
- Workflow Optimization
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Interdepartmental communication
- Histopathology Knowledge
- Clinical research collaboration
Volunteer Opportunities
Spring and Summer 2017 – Assisted Dr. Megan Moore in Search+Recoveries and Remain Processing at the Wayne County Medical Examiner’s Office
Spring 2019 to Present – Active Michigan Mortuary Response Team Member
References
Amanda Vitale, HTL – Manager, HFCI Histology Core Lab, Henry Ford Health – Detroit, 313-874-7126
LaToya Jackson-Collins, HT, QIHC - Former Manager - 313-799-6113
Julie Landschoot-Ward, HT - Former Coworker - 810-357-9717
Timeline
Histotechnologist
Henry Ford Health System
04.2013 - Current
Technical Specialist
St. John Providence Health System
05.2011 - 04.2013
Histotechnician/Diener
07.2008 - 05.2011
Master of Science - Epidemiology
Michigan State University
Master of Arts - Biological Anthropology
Wayne State University
Histology Technician Certification -
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science - Mortuary Science
Wayne State University
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