Forensic Pathology Technician and Laboratory Specialist

GARY TILLMAN

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Cell: 310-***-**** Email: ***********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE:

To obtain a pathology technician position where my experience and expertise can be utilized. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, responsible and efficient problem solver. Excellent working knowledge of pathology procedures, data entry, reports and analyses.

QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS:

Assisted pathologist with anatomical and surgical procedures during autopsies. Weighed, photographed bodies, conducted x-ray and post-mortem examinations. Prepared for and cleaned after autopsies as procedures demanded.

Retrieved cadavers from unit floors, picked up lab work from clinics and unit floors, released cadavers to proper authorities, arranged for relatives to identify deceased while maintaining a safe working environment.

Experience with anatomical and surgical procedures during autopsies.

Prepared tissue specimens and histological slides, tagged bodies, fingerprinted and removed organs.

Maintained autopsy unit and equipment; prepared and set up cases, assisted in microbiology lab, handling and processing specimen slides.

Received and prepared laboratory samples for analysis, following proper protocols to ensure that they were stored, prepared, and disposed of efficiently and effectively.

Prepare data summaries, reports, and analyses that included results, charts, and graphs to document research findings and results. Used Excel & various business applications.

Applied and followed all safety, rules and regulations in the laboratory work environment.

Implemented Standard Operating Procedures of laboratory sterilization and equipment.

Completed Biology Coursework at Roxbury Community College.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

King Drew Medical Center Los Angeles, CA

Mortuary Attendant 2006-2008

West Roxbury’s Veteran’s Affairs Hospital Boston, MA

Pathology Technician/Deiner 2005-2006

Santa Clara Medical Examiner’s Office Santa Clara, CA

Forensic Pathology Technician 2000-2002

New England Medical Center Boston, MA

Pathology Assistant 1998-2000

Olive View Medical Center Sylmar, CA

Autopsy Technician 1992-1997

EDUCATION:

Biology & English Boston, MA

Roxbury Community College 1987-1989

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