George Gerges

· Experienced Histotechnologist with a strong background in specimen preparation, special staining techniques, and laboratory quality control. Proficient in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, GLP, and GCP regulations. Skilled in immunohistochemistry (IHC), special stains, specimen processing, and laboratory safety procedures. Adept at performing quality assurance (QA/QC) procedures and troubleshooting technical issues.

Histotechnologist II IHC NeoGenomics Fort Myers, FL06/2024 – Present

• Performed immunohistochemical (IHC) staining using Bond and Ventana IHC stainer platforms to support cancer diagnostics. 
• Prepare special stain solutions, reagents, and buffers, including Tris buffer for IHC staining. 
• Conduct quality control (QA/QC) procedures for IHC slides, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability of test results. 
• Monitor and document quality control activities, recognizing and correcting any discrepancies to maintain laboratory standards. 
• Ensure full compliance with CLIA, CAP, GLP, and GCP regulations, maintaining a high standard of laboratory safety and efficiency. 
• Collaborate with pathologists and laboratory personnel to optimize staining techniques and troubleshoot procedural challenges.

Histotechnologist IHC Upstate University Syracuse, NY 02/2023 – 06/2024

• Independently performed immunoperoxidase staining on histological specimens using automated staining platforms (Bond and Ventana). 
• Prepared and maintained staining buffers and reagents, ensuring proper storage and labeling to maintain reagent integrity. 
• Executed routine and complex IHC staining protocols, ensuring clear, diagnostic-quality slides. 
• Conducted regular QA/QC assessments to verify staining consistency, reducing errors and improving laboratory efficiency. 
• Adhered to strict safety guidelines and regulatory requirements to maintain a clean and compliant laboratory environment.

Histotechnologist II  Lab Alliance   Syracuse, NY 08/2015 – 2/2023

• Processed tissue specimens, including fixation, dehydration, clearing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and slide preparation for microscopic evaluation. 
• Operated and maintained laboratory instruments, including microtomes, tissue processors, embedding centers, and automated staining platforms. 
• Performed special staining techniques to highlight cellular and tissue structures for disease diagnosis. 
• Conducted routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, ensuring proper calibration and function. 
• Adhered to laboratory quality control policies, performing QA/QC on slides and reagents to ensure high diagnostic accuracy. 
• Ensured compliance with local, federal, CLIA, CAP, GLP, and GCP guidelines, maintaining documentation for audits and inspections.

LAB ASSISTANT III  St. Elisabeth  Hospital  Utica, NY 09/2013 - 08/2015

• Collected blood and tissue samples for diagnostic testing through venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques. 
• Prepared and loaded specimens into StreamLab analyzers or directed them to the appropriate department for processing. 
• Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on Vista, ADVIA Centaur, Iris, and Velocity analyzers to ensure optimal performance. 
• Handled inventory management and reagent preparation, ensuring proper stock levels and reagent quality. 

Managed the issuance and tracking of blood products, including RBCs, cryoprecipitate, fresh frozen plasma, platelets, and albumin, ensuring safe transfusion practice

SUNY Broome Community College – Binghamton, NY
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S): Histology and Medical Laboratory Technology

University at Albany – Albany, NY
Master of Science (M.S.): Applied Chemistry (Completed coursework, research thesis unfinished)

Herkimer County Community College – Herkimer, NY
Associate of Science (A.S.): Cybersecurity

GPA: 3.82 | Twice on President’s List

Menoufia University – Shebin El Kom, Egypt
Bachelor of Science (B.S.): Chemistry & Zoology

GPA: 3.27