CHANTEL DEVORE

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** **** **** ****** - *** Floor

Ph: (718) 844 - 4101

Bayonne, NJ 07002

acgkjv@r.postjobfree.com

SKILLS

. Efficient in Pathology, Gross Anatomy, Histology/Tissue

Processing, Lab Work & Medical Terminology.

. Specialize in Forensic Toxicology. Familiar with SOP's and

GLP

. Good with Chemistry.

. Funeral Services & Cemetery counseling experience.

. Strong communication and interaction skills.

. Computer Proficient; Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, &Office -

type 45 wpm.

. Excellent Customer Service, Administration & Office

Support.

. Proven ability to assume increased responsibility.

EDUCATION SUNY Canton, Canton, NY

Degree: Mortuary Science - 2007

EXPERIENCE LabCorp, Raritan, NJ

Specimen Accessioner, 04/2014 - 09/2014

. Prepare all specimens for testing in the forensic

toxicology unit.

. Accurately label, aliquot, and document samples and manage

storage inventory.

. Log newly received samples into the laboratory information

system/database.

. Verify aspects of incoming samples and access acceptability

of the samples being tested.

. Resolve and document incomplete or unacceptable specimens.

. Perform scanning in a timely manner.

NYC Medical Examiner's Office, New York, NY

Laboratory Technician/Pathologist Assistant, 01/2008 -

04/2014

. Assist the pathologist in carrying out autopsies.

. Use both invasive and noninvasive methods in order to

obtain information about the macroscopic structure

of organs and organ systems.

. Collect and prepare tissue samples for laboratory analysis.

. Label and sort specimens.

. Ensure the scientific instruments are clean, sterile and

ready for use; Operate, adjust and maintain

laboratory equipment.

. Assist with reconstructing and cleaning the body for

storage or release to funeral director.

. Prepare and package biohazard waste and materials generated

in the laboratory and morgue for external

disposal.

Hollywood Memorial Park & Cemetery, Union, NJ

Cemetery Sales Counselor, 08/2010 - 09/2013

. Educate families about the advantages and benefits of pre-

planning cemetery arrangements.

. Provide sales presentations to families to create and

maintain an emotional and financial understanding.

. Write up and explain legal contracts to clients

. Handle payment transactions

. Perform various prospecting such as cold calling, funeral

follow-ups, park surveys, etc.

. Acquire new client relationships by following up on leads and

referrals.

Ponce Funeral Home, Brooklyn, NY

Internship/Funeral Director's Assistant, 08/2005 - 05/2007

. Removed body to and from funeral home.

. Preserved and prepared body for funeral service and

interment by embalming, use of restorative

procedures, dressing, and casketing.

. Responsible for cleaning and organizing the preparation

room.

. Assisted with arranging funeral services.

. Direct interaction with client families.

. Planned parlor or chapel settings, adjusted lights,

fixtures and floral displays.

REFERENCES Furnished upon request.

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