Tessa Sorba
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Highly skilled histology technician with broad experience in laboratory settings. Strengths include proficiency in embedding tissues, staining, and microtomy as well as knowledge of safety protocols and quality control procedures. Demonstrated ability to enhance workflow efficiency and maintain high standards of accuracy in all lab processes. In previous roles, contributed to significant improvements in laboratory operations through keen problem-solving skills and proactive communication.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Histology Technician
Dermio Dermatology
Munster, IN
09.2023 - Current
- Mounted specimens on glass slides for further examination.
- Prepared slides for microscopic examination and analysis.
- Maintained an organized work environment including inventory management and accurate record keeping.
- Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin.
- Operated complex automated equipment to complete histology projects in a timely manner.
- Resolved issues related to specimen collection methods, instrumentation malfunctions, or other technical problems that may arise during testing processes.
- Cut prepared blocks of tissue utilizing complex machinery.
- Performed routine and specialized histology staining procedures.
- Identified opportunities for process and efficiency improvements.
- Compiled and maintained records of preventive maintenance and instrument performance according to schedule and regulations.
- Prepared tissue samples for histological slides by processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Recorded number of tissue blocks and verified proper identification and labeling.
- Cleaned and operated tissue processors according to schedules.
- Archived histologic slides and blocks.
- Embedded tissue specimen and other material into paraffin wax blocks, infiltrating with wax.
- Communicated effectively with patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers regarding test results or patient care needs.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards set forth by agencies such as CLIA or OSHA when performing tests or performing job duties.
- Reviewed specimens to ensure proper identification prior to analysis and documentation of results.
Histology Technician
Alverno Clinical Laboratories
Hammond, IN
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Mounted specimens on glass slides for further examination.
- Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin.
- Cut prepared blocks of tissue utilizing complex machinery.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards set forth by agencies such as CLIA or OSHA when performing tests or performing job duties.
- Prepared histologic slides for human tissue samples via processing, cutting, embedding, staining and mounting.
- Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination.
Histology Technician
Community Hospital East
Munster, IN
08.2001 - 09.2023
- Mounted specimens on glass slides for further examination.
- Prepared slides for microscopic examination and analysis.
- Maintained an organized work environment including inventory management and accurate record keeping.
- Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin.
- Operated complex automated equipment to complete histology projects in a timely manner.
- Sectioned frozen tissue to produce slides for diagnosis.
- Resolved issues related to specimen collection methods, instrumentation malfunctions, or other technical problems that may arise during testing processes.
- Cut prepared blocks of tissue utilizing complex machinery.
- Performed routine and specialized histology staining procedures.
- Identified opportunities for process and efficiency improvements.
- Compiled and maintained records of preventive maintenance and instrument performance according to schedule and regulations.
- Prepared tissue samples for histological slides by processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Recorded number of tissue blocks and verified proper identification and labeling.
- Cleaned and operated tissue processors according to schedules.
- Archived histologic slides and blocks.
- Embedded tissue specimen and other material into paraffin wax blocks, infiltrating with wax.
- Communicated effectively with patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers regarding test results or patient care needs.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards set forth by agencies such as CLIA or OSHA when performing tests or performing job duties.
- Tracked and maintained inventory of laboratory supplies.
- Maintained laboratory equipment to support continuous functionality.
- Reviewed specimens to ensure proper identification prior to analysis and documentation of results.
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to develop treatment plans based on findings from histological analysis.
- Analyzed data collected during testing procedures and generated reports detailing observations or conclusions drawn from the data.
- Recognized and addressed staining problems.
- Assisted with training new employees in laboratory safety protocols, specimen collection methods, and operating procedures.
- Prepared histologic slides for human tissue samples via processing, cutting, embedding, staining and mounting.
- Disposed of specimens after completed testing procedures.
- Utilized advanced techniques such as immunohistochemistry or special stains for diagnostic purposes.
- Processed incoming specimens according to established protocols while maintaining chain of custody requirements.
Education
Associate of Science - Histotechnology
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN07-2025
Histotechnology Program
IUPUI Histotechnology Program 2010
Indianapolis, IN05-2010
Associate of Science -
Indianapolis University East
Richmond, INSkills
- Histology techniques
- Specimen processing
- Microscope operation
- Tissue embedding
- Quality control
- Laboratory safety
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Inventory management
- Immunofluorescence techniques
- Microtome operation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team collaboration
- Specimen tracking
- Staining techniques
- Time management abilities
- Histotechnician (HT)
- Microscopic examination
Certification
ASCP certified Histology Technician
Timeline
Histology Technician
Dermio Dermatology
09.2023 - Current
Histology Technician
Alverno Clinical Laboratories
10.2022 - 01.2025
Histology Technician
Community Hospital East
08.2001 - 09.2023
Associate of Science - Histotechnology
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Histotechnology Program
IUPUI Histotechnology Program 2010
Associate of Science -
Indianapolis University East
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