ASCP certified HT
Resume:
Beth A Getzel
Jordan, MN **352
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SUMMARY
Supervisory histologist proficient in immunohistochemistry, H&E and other special staining techniques; IACUC certification, animal research studies to include; diet, husbandry, and dissection; troubleshooting in tissue processing (paraffin and frozen section techniques); slide preparation to achieve the optimum cellular demonstration; experience with managing laboratory equipment, supplies and inventory; familiar with academic ordering procedures; active participant in study planning and result based reporting.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Gross Tech/HT (ASCP) 2012-9/2013
Celligent Diagnostics, Charlotte, NC
Gross surgical dissection and dictation, 70% dermatopathology, 30% moderate to complex routine and malignancies.
Histology duties to include; embedding, microtomy, staining, and troubleshooting.
Supervised up to 6 lab assistants and HT’s.
Established multiple gross dictation “templates” to establish consistency and comprehensive capture of pertinent pathological data.
Lean Sigma 6 training and implementation.
I also assisted in the implementation and ease of use training for a new Laboratory Information System, Orchard Pathology System.
Assisted in preparation for CAP compliance inspection, to include documentation and training.
Histotechnologist (Part time/Temporary) 2013-9/2013
UNC Nutritional Research Institute, Chapel Hill, NC
Mouse cardiac tissue dissection and preparation; sucrose, formalin, paraffin and cryo
Paraffin and cryo embedding and sectioning.
Staining, cover slipping and quality control.
Productivity tracking and timely reporting of project progress to determine project timelines and correlations
Project collaboration to determine N and desired area of interest
IACUC certified.
Grossing Technician (Temporary Staffing Need) 2012-9/2013
Carolina's Pathology Group Charlotte, NC
Gross dissection and dictation of surgical pathology specimens.
Pathology Assistant 2008-2012
Gainesville Regional Pathology Gainesville, GA
gross surgical pathology dissection and dictation
immediate exam of fresh tissue for frozen section
autopsy prosection
micrometry
staining
Correctional Officer 2004 – 2009
Georgia Department of Corrections Alto,GA
assuring the safety of the community, my fellow officers and inmates
constant and accurate accountability of all inmates
maintaining an extremely high level of sanitation
maintaining the enforcement of policy and procedure to include structure and discipline
accurate documentation of daily activities and incidents
professional interaction with staff and inmates
SMU training, Shock Shield training, Spectrum and Correctional Recovery Academy training, firearms and staff training
Pathology Assistant 2001 - 2003
Bayless Pathmark Inc. Cleveland, OH
gross surgical pathology dissection and dictation
immediate exam of fresh tissue for frozen section
necropsy dissection, sample submission and case dictation
dermatopathology gross examination and dictation
training of new employees to include: embedding, cutting and staining of frozen sections; cytology preparation and staining; general equipment maintenance.
Health Alliance of Greater Cincinnati 1997 -2001
Pathology Assistant 2000-2001
Jewish Hospital Cincinnati, OH
performed gross dissection and dictation of all surgical and referral cases
prosected, dictated, and submitted hospital-based necropsies.
established three new written procedures, computer based and inter-departmental policies
maintained appropriate documentation as required by CAP
Director Morgue Operations 1998-2000
University Hospital Cincinnati, OH
supervised up to 15 resident pathologists with 2 pathology assistants and up to 5 pathology technicians.
assisted in the instruction of resident pathologists in hospital based adult necropsies (346 total)
assisted in fetal/infant necropsies, to include chromosome collection, microbial testing, and radiologic exams (200+ total)
assisted in the formation of support department, Office of Decedent Affairs
performed infant and fetal cremations
maintained all supplies and forms required by the department.
established multiple written Standards of Operations
point of contact for research interactions such as The Center for Alzheimer’s Disease Research
assisted the department of Histology with embedding, cutting, staining, and cover slipping
maintained adequate staffing for weekend and holiday requirements
instructed staff training and implementation of new, networked pathology computer system, Tamtron 2000
assisted in the creation of written procedure for appropriate utilization of computer based tracking and documentation.
Pathology Technician 1997-1998
St. Luke Hospital West Florence, KY
accessioned surgical and referral cases.
prepared cytology specimens for examination.
maintained stain and chemical stock and rotations.
assisted in forensic and hospital based necropsies (76 total)
Specimen Processor/Phlebotomist 1997-1997
St. Luke Hospital, West Florence, KY
collected blood samples from adults, children and infants a clinical setting
performed forensic blood and urine collections, with chain of custody handling requirements
prepared specimens for transport to alternate facilities
directed physicians on appropriate specimen collection requirements
Previously certified EMT, Firefighter, Boone County Water Rescue Team
Education:
ASCP HT Certified #22437
Approximately 70 semester hours completed at various institutions with concentration in Biology and Chemistry.
Professional Organizations
North Carolina Society of Histotechnologists
National Society of Histotechnologists
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