Histology Technician

Natalia Zinchenko

**** ********* **. • Mint Hill NC 28227

704-***-**** • **********@***.***

SUMMARY: Positive and collaborative individual with over 20 years medical–related experience and high detail-orientation.

ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS:

• Skilled at learning new concepts quickly while working well under pressure

• Ability to prioritize and remain focused on project goals

• Able to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, creativity to changing needs and situations

• Able to work with a team and/or independently to meet project needs

• Intermediate to advanced skill level with Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word and PowerPoint.

• Fluent in English and Russian.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE:

Histology

• Performed histochemical and immunohistochemical stains on a variety of tissues to assist in diagnosis.

• Experienced in preparing microscopic slides on human/animal tissue for research/diagnostic purposes; including fixation, dehydration, infiltration, embedding, microtomy, and mounting to include both paraffin processed tissue and frozen sectioning.

• Designed research protocols, test procedures etc.

• Interpreted and collaboratively published results (publications available upon request).

• Implemented and optimized new procedures as needed to meet research goals.

• Experienced in utilizing x-ray machine, varied spectrophotometers, blood gas analyzer, laser capture microscope.

• Performed animal surgeries.

Chemistry/Chemical Engineering:

• Prepared a vast variety of reagents and solutions specific to the designated science area.

• Developed testing procedures .

• Recorded test data and prepare reports, summaries, and charts that interpret test results.

• Played a key role in revising the Standard Operating Procedures.

• Performed calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments. Clinical:

Skilled in medical records review with high detail-orientation and proficiency in medical field/terminology

• Designed and helped revise study protocol, forms, etc.

• Skilled in data review and analysis

EXPERIENCE:

4C Medical Technologies, Inc. October 2017 - Present Clinical Consultant

Carolinas Health Care System August 2016 – February 2020 Core Histology Laboratory of James G. Cannon Research Center Certified Histotechnician lll:

Total Vascular Access Medical, Inc. (TVA Medical) May 2015- October 2017 Clinical Consultant

Cardiovascular System, Inc. (CSI) April 2014 – May 2015 Clinical Consultant (remote monitor)

Carolinas Health Care System November 2004 - August 2013 Core Histology Laboratory of James G. Cannon Research Center Certified Histotechnician lll:

Industrial Chemistry Laboratory of Ukraine August 1981- January 2000 Chemical Engineer

EDUCATION:

Master of Science (MS), Kharkov Institute, Ukraine July 1981 Bachelor of Science (BS), Kharkov Institute, Ukraine June 1979 CERTIFICATION:

Relevant Clinical Certifications obtained or refreshed in March 2014:

(complete certification list is available upon request)

• Good Clinical Practice

• Introduction to the Bioresearch Monitoring Program

• The Clinical Investigator: Responsibilities in Medical Device Trial

• Preparation for an FDA Sponsor Inspection

• Preparation for an FDA Clinical Investigator Inspection

• Preparation for an FDA Institutional Review Board Inspection

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Additional Active Certification:

• Histotechnician (ASCP) 2013

Awards:

KEIP (Key Employee Incentive Plan) Award 2010-2012 Carolinas Medical Center

- Award given to employees recognized by their manager for project contributions that are above and beyond given expectations.

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