Histotechnologist

Colleen E. Holigan

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PROFILE

I believe that I have much to offer a potential employer. I am hardworking and would be a beneficial team member. The experience I possess is extensive and covers a wide spectrum in the field of Histology. My references are impeccable and are available upon request.

EXPERIENCE Lead Histology Lab Tech, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Lewiston, ME April 2010 - Present. Responsible for all histology and cytology techniques performed in a busy clinical laboratory setting. This position is a managerial and working supervisory position. Train employees on all equipment and procedures, maintain quality control and exhibit professionalism. Act as a liaison for internal and external customers.

Technical Service Rep (Northeast USA), Dako North America, Carpinteria, CA March 2005 - April 2010

Demonstration of automated instrumentation i.e. Immunohistochemistry, Special Stains, cover slipping. Installation, validation and troubleshooting of instrumentation. Train customers on proper use of instrumentation and manual procedures and techniques. Optimization of IHC visualization systems and Special Staining protocols. Experience in clinical, reference and research laboratories. Team member with Sales to meet company financial goals.

Histology Technical Specialist, Rutland Regional Medical Center, Rutland, VT April 1991- March 2005

Responsible for quality control and assurance of all histology techniques. Supervise and train personnel while maintaining a professional and productive atmosphere. Maintenance and instruction on proper usage of all histology lab equipment. Research and develop new methods. Decisions on capital budget analysis and projection of future laboratory needs.

Histology Technician, Fletcher Allen Healthcare, Burlington, VT March 1989 - March 1991

Routine histology duties such as fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy and staining surgical and autopsy specimens. Specific techniques such as IHC and Special Stains as well as nerve and muscle biopsy procedures. Development of procedure manuals in compliance with CAP.

Histology Technician, University of Connecticut Healthcare, Farmington, CT Sept 1986 - Feb 1989

Dermatopathology Laboratory performing routine histology duties including grossing of specimens. First 10 months of employment primarily in same day surgery unit performing histology techniques in conjunction with the chemo-surgical procedure MOHS. Clerical recording of patient files, histology slides and photographs. Assist in surgery when necessary.

EDUCATION

Northwestern Connecticut Community College, Winsted, CT/ Hartford Hospital School of Allied Health, Hartford, CT/ University of Maine

SKILLS

Associates in Science HT Certification Program Liberal Studies Degree Program

High degree of proficiency in routine and advanced aspects of histology laboratory techniques. Exceptional ability to educate and instruct. Competence and confidence in troubleshooting.