Amanda Martinez (HTL)

Amanda.celine.martinez@gmail.com  •  (909) 524-9376  •  Upland, CA 91784

 

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

 

Meticulous and methodical Histotechnologist with strong laboratory background. Proficiency with all procedures involving routine, GI, breast, biopsy, cytology, and bone/marrow tissue types. Proven ability to excel in a fast paced environment while driving quality results and meeting tight deadlines. Motivated team player with a passion for excellence and attention to detail. 

 

WEBSITE PORTFOLIO 

 

https://amartinez96531.wixsite.com/amanda-martinez 

 

EDUCATION 

 

 

Mt. San Antonio College - Walnut, CA | Associate of Science: Histologic Technician Training

- 06/2024 

 

California State University East Bay - Hayward, CA | Bachelor of Science: Biological Science, Forensic Science Option, Minor in Chemistry - 06/2017

 

Citrus College - Glendora, CA | AS: Biology, Physical Science & Mathematics. AA: Liberal Arts, Math, & Science. AA: Liberal Arts, Sociology & Behavioral Science.

- 06/2014 

 

CERTIFICATIONS

 

HTL (ASCP) certified - 08/2024  

 

Certificate of Completion: One Day Diagnosis - Sakura Finetek, Torrance, CA - 11/2023 

 

HISTOTECHNICIAN CLINICAL ROTATIONS

 

• City of Hope IHC Lab: Duarte, CA - 120 hours - 05/2024 

• Sectioning controls, operation and maintenance of IHC machinery, evaluating slides. 

• Victor Valley Global Medical Center: Victorville, CA - 60 hours - 02/2024 

• Sectioning patient tissue, preparing staining solutions, performing manual stains.

• Dr. Kenneth W. Lee Gastroenterology Lab: Pomona, CA - 60 Hours - 08/2023 

• Embedding GI biopsies while multitasking manual stains & coverslipping. Tissue processor maintenance.  

 

WORK HISTORY 

 

 

HISTOTECHNOLOGIST I | 12/2024 to Currently employed 

University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA 

 

• Prepares tissue sections for microscopic examination.

• Performs all designated departmental procedures, including embedding, microtomy, staining

(special stains), decalcification, coverslipping and labeling.

• Operates automatic stainers and coverslippers and works with a variety of reagents and

chemicals.

• Prepares and maintains solutions required for all procedures.

• Identifies, labels, and processes tissue according to specifications.

• Maintains equipment, cleaning, changing solutions, taking temperatures, and replenishing

supplies and solutions as needed.

• Responsible for maintaining compliance with all applicable state and federal regulatory agencies.

• Assists with other departmental duties as needed including training of new personnel.

 

TEACHER'S ASSISTANT | 02/2024 to 06/2024 

Mt. San Antonio College - Walnut, Ca 

 

• Assist students with histotechnology skills including tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, staining, evaluating & troubleshooting. 

• Keep work sites neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom safety.  

• Support student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance. 

• Maintain safety and security by overseeing students in laboratory environments. 

• Document student progress.

 

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER/MATH AIDE | 05/2018 to 01/2024 

Upland Unified School District - Upland, Ca 

 

• Co-innovation of a math intervention program, design and personalization of curriculum for individual student growth.

• Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth. 

• Team based communications for lesson improvement and student wellness. Communication with parents/guardians when necessary. 

 

JEWELRY ASSOCIATE | 06/2018 to 10/2018 

TJ Maxx - Upland, Ca

 

 • Jewelry key holder responsible for luxury merchandise. 

• Recommend products to customers remaining up-to-date on product knowledge. 

• Facilitate smooth customer returns/exchanges processed by quickly identifying issues and offering suitable resolutions within company policy guidelines. 

 

RECEPTIONIST/SHIFT MANAGER | 08/2015 to 06/2016 

Supercuts - San Leandro, Ca 

 

• Greet incoming customers professionally and provide friendly, knowledgeable assistance. 

• Confirm appointments, communicate with clients, and update client records. 

• Operate office equipment, scheduling maintenance, & troubleshooting when necessary. 

• Schedule employees, establish work procedures, & train new staff members. 

 

CASHIER | 02/2014 to 10/2014 

Sprouts Farmers Market - Dublin, CA 

 

• Welcome customers and help determine their needs. 

• Build relationships with customers to encourage repeat business. Maintain a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.  

• Restock and organize merchandise. 

 

CASHIER | 01/2014 to 03/2014 

El Pollo Loco - Upland, Ca 

 

• Customer service, knowledge of food handling safety, ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 

• Greet customers and respond promptly to customer needs. Operate register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

 

SKILLS 

 

• Proficient in tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, manual/automated staining, coverslipping, and quality control. 

• Familiar with immunohistochemistry. Experience with Leica Bond - III & Ventana Benchmark Ultra. 

• Independent & Self-motivated

• Detail oriented, Dexterous, Multi-tasker 

• Troubleshooting, performing SOPs, Analytics, & Mathematics.