Jacob McElroy
Indianapolis
Summary
Precision-driven Histotechnologist known for unparalleled productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Specializes in consistent microtomy, immense knowledge of special staining techniques, and microscope slide preparation to support accurate pathological analysis. Excels in time management, multitasking, communication, and adaptability, ensuring seamless laboratory operations and high-quality results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Histotechnologist (HTL)
IU Health Pathology Laboratory
Indianapolis
04.2020 - Current
- Competently and consistently completes daily assigned tasks in lab
- Ability to cut fixed tissue on microtome and unfixed tissue on cryostat
- Ability to embed tissue
- Ability to cut Whole Mounts
- Successfully can perform Special Stains by hand and machine
- Able to stain muscle biopsies
- Safety Officer in charge of keeping coworkers protected from hazards of work environment
- Problem solving/troubleshooting in stains and other daily lab procedures
- Performs tasks that no one else really wants to perform
Administrative Assistant
OrthoIndy
Greenwood
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Managed scheduling for patient appointments
- Maintained organized filing system for medical records and documents.
- Assisted with insurance verification and patient billing inquiries.
- Handled incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate staff members.
- Supported office operations by ordering supplies and equipment as needed.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
News Production Assistant
Tribune Media -KDVR
Indianapolis
07.2015 - 03.2019
- Assisted in preparing daily news segments for broadcast and online platforms.
- Operated studio equipment during live broadcasts and recorded segments.
- Maintained communication with control room during live shows to ensure smooth operations.
- Operated a variety of studio equipment, including cameras, teleprompters, switchers, and videotape machines.
- Member of Emmy-winning primetime show as Jib Operator
Cashier
The Home Depot Inc
Indianapolis
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently at retail checkout.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and store navigation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area and sales floor.
- Was awarded as fastest cashier on two occasions
- Asked to return following summer after initial tenure
Cashier
McDonald's
Greenwood
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Operated cash register, delivered food from kitchen to front of store and drive-thru, and maintained cleanliness of store
Education
Certificate - Histotechnology
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN 08.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN 08.2011 - 05.2015
Roncalli High School
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Histotechnologist (HTL)
- Microtomy
- Tissue embedding
- Special stains by hand and machine
- Staining Muscle Biopsies
- Sample processing
- Cutting and Embedding Whole Mounts
- Equipment maintenance (Stainers, Processors, etc)
- Lab safety compliance (Safety Officer)
- Analytical
- Problem solving
- Problem resolution
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Organization
- Planning
- Team collaboration
- Team building
- Effective communication
- Written communication
- Active listening
- Training & Development
- Maintenance & repair
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Word
- Attention to detail
- Ability to take control, if needed
- Completing tasks that no one else wants to do
- Showing up for work almost every day
Certification
- HTL (Histotechnologist)
Accomplishments
- Member of Emmy-winning news production team as operator of Jib Camera
- Named Lead Production Assistant at Tribune Media
Affiliations
- 5K Runner
- Award winning Cosplay Contest Participant
- Enjoys traveling to different auto racing and horse racing tracks in Midwest
Timeline
Certificate - Histotechnology
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
08.2020 - 05.2021
Histotechnologist (HTL)
IU Health Pathology Laboratory
04.2020 - Current
Administrative Assistant
OrthoIndy
05.2019 - 04.2020
News Production Assistant
Tribune Media -KDVR
07.2015 - 03.2019
Cashier
The Home Depot Inc
05.2013 - 05.2014
Cashier
McDonald's
05.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media
Butler University
08.2011 - 05.2015
Roncalli High School