Rachel Carter

• Phone: +44 7911 123456
• Email: rachel.carter@email.com
• Location: London, UK
• LinkedIn: rachelcarterhisto

Summary

Six years of experience in histopathology laboratories, proficient in a full range of histological techniques from tissue processing to advanced staining methods. Consistently maintained quality control standards, contributing to accurate diagnostic reporting and efficient lab operations.

Adept at preparing, embedding, sectioning, and staining tissue samples for microscopic examination, with a strong focus on precision and adherence to health and safety protocols.

Experience

Histology Technician, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust -- London, UK

Mar 2020 – present

• Performed tissue embedding, microtomy, and cryotomy for over 500 cases per week, ensuring timely diagnostic turnaround.

• Executed routine and special staining procedures (H&E, PAS, Masson's Trichrome, GMS) with 98% accuracy.

• Operated and maintained automated tissue processors, embedding centers, and microtomes, reducing equipment downtime by 15%.

• Participated in quality assurance programs, identifying and resolving discrepancies in staining and sectioning techniques.

Junior Histology Technician, Barts Health NHS Trust -- London, UK

Sept 2018 – Feb 2020

• Assisted senior technicians with grossing procedures and specimen accessioning, handling an average of 100 specimens daily.

• Prepared reagents and solutions according to established laboratory protocols, ensuring proper chemical concentrations.

• Maintained laboratory inventory of supplies and reagents, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste by 10%.

• Completed initial training in immunohistochemistry (IHC) techniques, preparing slides for antibody application.

Education

King's College London, BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science -- London, UK

Sept 2015 – July 2018

Skills

Histology Techniques: Tissue Processing, Embedding, Microtomy, Cryotomy, H&E Staining, Special Stains (PAS, Masson's Trichrome, GMS, Alcian Blue), Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunofluorescence, Frozen Sectioning

Laboratory Equipment: Automated Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Microtomes, Cryostats, Slide Stainers, Coverslippers, Microscopes

Quality Assurance & Safety: Quality Control, CAP Regulations, COSHH, Health and Safety Protocols, Specimen Tracking, Record Keeping

Software & Systems: Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), Microsoft Office Suite