Shaktti Rodriguez
Whittier,CA
Summary
Reputable Histology Technician immensely talented in the collection of body tissues. Skilled in examining slides with a compound microscope and cutting, staining, and preparing various tissue samples. Devoted to providing a high level of support to pathologists in daily job responsibilities.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
HISTOLOGIST
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
02.2023 - Current
- Applied tissue processing techniques including fixation, embedding, sectioning, staining, and mounting, enhancing diagnostic accuracy through expertise in special staining methods.
- Applied extensive knowledge of various staining techniques to ensure proper differentiation between normal tissue structures and pathological changes.
- Executed accurate specimen collection and meticulous labeling to enable precise tracking and identification.
HISTOLOGY ASSISTANT II
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Accurately received, logged, and prepared over 200 tissue specimens a day for histological processing
- Maintained detailed, accurate records of procedures, enhancing traceability of specimen identification, processing steps, and results
- Ensured compliance with laboratory policies, contributing to a safe and efficient working environment
- Prepared solutions, stains, and reagents according to standards, supporting reliable histological analysis
SPECIMEN PROCESSOR/ ACCESSIONER
MEDLAB2020
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Ensured compliance with all relevant safety protocols while handling biohazardous materials during specimen processing tasks.
- Streamlined specimen processing by accurately labeling and organizing samples for efficient handling.
- Documented all activities including preventative maintenance logs, instrument function checks, troubleshooting, and quality control to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated retrieval and preparation of samples for testing by locating, sorting, and organizing pending tests.
- Executed order entry by operating LIS system, ensuring accurate data entry and verification according to standard procedures.
Education
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - Biology - Expected Jun 2026
RIO HONDO COLLEGE
08.2025 - 08.2026
HT, ASCP -
ASCP
08.2025 - 08.2026
Skills
- Tissue Sectioning
- Staining techniques
- Specimen Preparation
- Specimen Processing
- Laboratory Data Management
- Reagent Preparation
- Microscope Calibration
- Laboratory safety protocols
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - Biology - Expected Jun 2026
RIO HONDO COLLEGE
08.2025 - 08.2026
HT, ASCP -
ASCP
08.2025 - 08.2026
HISTOLOGIST
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
02.2023 - Current
HISTOLOGY ASSISTANT II
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
03.2022 - 02.2024
SPECIMEN PROCESSOR/ ACCESSIONER
MEDLAB2020
10.2021 - 08.2022