Patient Care Applied Science

Gurvinder Kaur Elizondo, HT(ASCP), BAS

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www.linkedin.com/in/gurvinder-elizondo-3b833a6a

I am a certified Histotechnician (ASCP) with over 20 years of experience in high-complexity clinical and pathology labs. I hold a Bachelor of Applied Science in Health Science Management and specialize in histology, cytology, and pathology operations. Throughout my career, I’ve been recognized for improving lab workflows, mentoring the next generation of lab professionals, and ensuring full compliance with CAP, CLIA, and SDS standards. I bring hands-on expertise in IHC, special stains, and advanced tissue processing, and I take pride in leading with precision, compassion, and a strong commitment to quality and patient care.

EXPERIENCE

05/12/2024 – Present, Pathology Reference Lab, Senior Histotechnician

Specimen handling, Tissue-Tek VIP, and LabPulse 2850 Microwave processor

(IHC) Ventana, BenchMark, BenchMark ULTRA PLUS, and BenchMark special stain

Frozen section, cryostat Leica CM1860 and CryoStar NX50

Training/ Teaching junior technicians and Histology students

Sakura Tissue-Tech TEC 6 Embedder

Work with Semi-Automated M-240 Bio-Tec rotary microtome, Accu-Cut SRM, Leica RM2255, and Leica RM2135 rotary microtome.

Maintenance QC

11/20/2015 - 01/19/2019, University Health System, Histotechnician

Grossing, tissue processing, Embedding, Cutting, and overseeing all steps from accessioning to staining on Tissue-Tek Prisma Plus and Tissue-Tek Film cover slipper.

Routine, specialized staining, and IHC procedures.

Supervised and documented instrument maintenance.

Resolved specimen handling issues, ensured accuracy, and led antibody validation

Teaching and training new employees, students, and pathology residents

LEAN projects in Histology

05/17/2013 - 11/10/2015, DermSA, Histology Lab Supervisor

Supervised and trained staff and students to ensure quality results.

Successful CLIA readiness and CLIA inspection with zero deficiencies.

Staff evaluation, hiring, and recruiting positions within Anatomical Pathology

Create standard operating procedures and protocols for all selections in the laboratory

Performed grossing, embedding, cutting, and skin specimen processing.

Specializing in special stains and IHC using VENTANA.

Managed lab inventory and regulatory compliance.

06/2012 – 05/2013, Baptist Health System, Histology Technician

Proficient in processing, sectioning, and H&E staining.

Solely performed and managed immunohistochemistry on BIOCARE and special staining on DAKO

Conducted QC on IHC controls & special stain reagents.

Provided training on equipment to new staff and managed inventory.

11/14/2006 - 06/09/2012, Urology San Antonio, HealthTronics Lab Solutions, Texas

Handled specimens, Grossing, Processing, Embedding, and H&E Staining.

Trained histology staff on Vital Axis database program.

Ensured proper blocks and slides filing, tracking, QA logs, and maintenance.

EDUCATION

08/2021-01/2024, Wayland Baptist University, San Antonio, Texas

Bachelor of Applied Science in Management and Applied Science Specialization in Health Science

Cum Laude GPA 3.5

Outstanding Bachelor Student Award 2024

President’s Award- 2021, 2023

Dean’s Award- 2022

08/2011-08/2012, UH/UTHSCSA Histology Training Program, San Antonio, Texas

Courses: Histology, Gross Anatomy, Microanatomy, Best Student Award 2012

08/1999- 08/2002 Queensborough Community College, CUNY, New York

Associate of Applied Science in Medical Lab Science

Life Philosophy

Success is not just achieving excellence, but inspiring and empowering others to rise as leaders.

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