• Evaluates optimal handling and processing methods for specimens, prioritizing requested procedures and preparing thin slices of human tissue on slides for analysis.• Ensures proper sample preservation through fixing and processing tissues, including embedding in paraffin wax.• Utilizes a microtome to cut tissue samples, mounts them on slides, and performs staining for enhanced visibility.• Executes complex staining techniques and proficiently manages computer data entry… Show more • Evaluates optimal handling and processing methods for specimens, prioritizing requested procedures and preparing thin slices of human tissue on slides for analysis.• Ensures proper sample preservation through fixing and processing tissues, including embedding in paraffin wax.• Utilizes a microtome to cut tissue samples, mounts them on slides, and performs staining for enhanced visibility.• Executes complex staining techniques and proficiently manages computer data entry, recall, and labeling within a sophisticated pathology network (LIS).• Conducts routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of laboratory equipment, while also examining solutions for contamination, impurities, or instability.• Meticulously examines stained slides and controls under a microscope to verify test accuracy, making necessary procedure modifications.• Maintains Histological blocks in the archive and consistently completes all procedures in a timely manner.• Adhering to proper safety practices, and takes on additional duties as assigned. Show less

∙ Process microscopic slides at all phases, including: Fixation of samples, dehydration (Peloris II and ASP6025 S), embedding (Tissue-Tek AutoTEC a120 and manually), microtonomy, H&E staining (Tissue-Tek Prisma and manually), cover slipping (Tissue-Tek Film) to prepare specimens for diagnosis by Pathologists.∙ Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment

∙ Detection of SARS-CoV-2 RNA by Real Time rt-PCR∙ Heat Inactivates human swab samples from upper respiratory tract∙ Extracts RNA from Heat Inactivated samples (Thermo Fisher/ Tecan)∙ Prepares master mix according to laboratory’s policies and procedures∙ Loads PCR plates into PCR machines (QuantStudio5)

∙ Performing nasopharyngeal swab and oropharyngeal swab collection for the Covid-19 pandemic∙ Preparing biological samples for testing, including tissue, blood, and urine ∙ Performing serological, biochemical, hematological, and microscopic examinations on samples ∙ Preparing blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type, and compatibility tests ∙ Administrative work such as organizing staff schedules, facilitation of meetings, research, and… Show more ∙ Performing nasopharyngeal swab and oropharyngeal swab collection for the Covid-19 pandemic∙ Preparing biological samples for testing, including tissue, blood, and urine ∙ Performing serological, biochemical, hematological, and microscopic examinations on samples ∙ Preparing blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type, and compatibility tests ∙ Administrative work such as organizing staff schedules, facilitation of meetings, research, and updating procedures ∙ Keeping accurate records of quality control, maintenance, and workload data according to laboratory policies Show less

∙ Performing laboratory tests and procedures on blood and other body fluids ∙ Responsible for the accuracy, interpretation, and reporting of all test results ∙ Performing routine maintenance on equipment and quality control for all reagents ∙ Preparing samples and reagents for testing