Sylvana Salvatierra
Hacienda Heights,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Histotechnologist with expertise in tissue processing, specimen embedding, and staining techniques. Proven ability to maintain laboratory safety and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Histotechnologist II
City of Hope National Medical Center
Duarte, California
02.2014 - 08.2022
- Prepared and processed human and animal tissue samples for histological examination.
- Operated microtomes and automated tissue processors for sectioning specimens.
- Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin.
- Processed biological samples following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored temperature-controlled environments in biorepository facility to ensure compliance with preservation standards.
- Prepared and maintained storage conditions for optimal sample preservation.
- Collaborated with research teams to meet project needs and adhere to timelines.
- Documented sample transactions accurately in the inventory management system.
Histotechnologist
Pathkare Laboratories
Santa Ana, California
11.2013 - 06.2015
- Prepared tissue samples for microscopic examination using precise cutting techniques.
- Stained slides with various reagents to enhance cellular visibility and detail.
- Maintained laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance standards.
- Prepared reagents, solutions, dyes and stains according to established protocols.
- Performed routine and specialized histology staining procedures.
- Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin.
Education
Associate of Science - Histotechnology
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA05-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
California State University, Fullerotn
Fullerton, CA05-2009
Skills
- Tissue processing
- Specimen embedding
- Staining techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Laboratory safety
- Inventory management
Certification
- Histotechnologist (HTL) ASCP
Languages
French
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Italian
Limited
German
Limited
Timeline
Histotechnologist II
City of Hope National Medical Center
02.2014 - 08.2022
Histotechnologist
Pathkare Laboratories
11.2013 - 06.2015
Associate of Science - Histotechnology
Mt. San Antonio College
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
California State University, Fullerotn