Medical Assistant, Research, Education, Management, Lab, Public Health
Resume:
Lynette M. Cheatem
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Are you currently seeking a productive, team player, excited by the challenge of health, science, and administration? A multi-tasking, detail-oriented worker is what you need. Look no further, I am the candidate for the position. I possess impeccable skills in communication, creativity, leadership, and problem solving. I have a genuine and passionate interest to thrive in the field of health and science.
I am submitting my resume in response to your employment opportunity posting. I believe my credentials and over seventeen years of progressive work and experience would be a significant asset to your organization. I possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, a Masters of Science Degree in Public Health and stand as a future candidate for a Doctoral Degree in Public Health. I retain four years of laboratory experience with Tennessee State University’s Biological Sciences Department. I hold nearly six years of clinical work from the Central Specimen Receiving Lab at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. I also have nearly eight years of experience in the online teaching arena. I currently have thirteen plus years of experience as a Lab Coordinator for Northwestern University’s School of Medicine. There I manage three divisions (Allergy, Pulmonary, & Rheumatology) within a floor of research labs. This floor comprises over 20 PI’s and their lab staff. Some of my duties in these roles include: lab maintenance, administrative services, budget planning, project management, and other research activities. In my roles, I was required to perform specific tasks such as:
Prepare and cultivate media cultures, solutions, reagents and buffers
Conduct clinical testing of bacteria for class lab procedures
Conduct sterilization and maintenance of lab equipment and rooms
Write and review quality management reports
Handle high volume workloads and maneuver automated line testing
Customer service, answering incoming calls and handling complaints
Communicate test results and collect patient data information
Ensure smooth operations and maintenance in common facility areas
Create core standard operating procedures and retain records
Foster well working relationships with vendors and service groups
Knowledge of basic lab procedures, practices and safety techniques
Perform batches of DNA extractions and PCR testing from sinus tissue samples
Manage and harness mass budgets, while maintaining numerous grant sources
I have worked closely with professors, physicians, nurses and a wealth of other non- health professionals across various staff departments. I hope that after reviewing the attached resume we can meet to further discuss how I can contribute to your establishment. If there are any preliminary questions you have feel free to contact me. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Sincerely,
Lynette M. Cheatem
Enclosure: Resume
Lynette M. Cheatem
1516 W. Pratt Blvd, Unit A Chicago, IL 60626 773-***-**** *********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a health-based, laboratory, research, administrator, or managerial science field position.
EDUCATION
Tennessee State University, B.S. Degree, Biology. December 1999, Major GPA-2.9
Walden University, M.S.P.H. Degree, Public Health. November 2007, Major GPA-3.4
Virginia College, Certified eCollege Training, June 2009
Biological Safety Certification, October 2014-September 2018
PPE Certification-March 2010-March 2018
Lab Safety Certification- March 2010
Blood Borne Pathogens for Clinical or Research Lab Workers Certification-renews March 2019
Hazardous Chemical Waste Management Certification, August 2017-August 2018
Medical Education Research Certificate, AACME. Nov 2012/Jan 2013/May 2013
Research Administrative Training, Office of Research Integrity. October 2017
NRCMA Certification, May 2018-May 2021
PUBLICATIONS
Association of common filaggrin null mutations with atopy but not chronic rhinosinusitis.
Mahdavinia, Mahboobeh et al. (May 2015). Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Volume 114, Issue 5, 420 - 421
COMPUTER SKILLS, SOFTWARE, & AGENCIES
Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, Word Perfect, Internet friendly, eCollege, Blackboard, CANVAS/CONNECT, PeopleSoft, 10 key micros, Hospital ADT: Powerchart, EPIC, Misys, PRIMES, Sunquest, and Traxion. Various agencies-CLIA, EPA, OSHA, ACUC, HIPAA and ABHES protocols
LAB SKILLS
Centrifugation Autoclaving Spectrophotometry Electron Microscopy
Susceptibility Testing Gel Electrophoresis DNA PCR/Extraction DNA Sequencing
Pure Culture Isolation LIS Automated Testing Specimen Prep/Staining Lab Safety Expert
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Present- College of Healthcare Professions, 2550 N. Loop West, # 300 Houston, TX.
October 2014 Adjunct Faculty, Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course
competencies in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the online
learning environment. Provide career education through learner-centered instruction that enables students to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace.
Manage the online class environment, provide rigorous feedback, return graded assignments and encourage student success under many deadlines. Return all assignments in a timely manner. Submit at the designated time, final grades for all students on the class roster. Attend faculty meetings, in-service meetings, and other college development events as required by the College. Courses taught: Medical Clinical Procedures I & II, Medical Assistant Certification Review Course, and Student Orientation
February 2015- Virginia College Online, 3660 Grandview Pkwy, Suite 300 Birmingham, AL
April 2010 Variable Adjunct Instructor, Under general supervision of Program Director or Academic Dean, plans and implements curriculum and educational programs for students in the program. Within the course management system, communicate class content to students so that learning occurs, skills are developed and students are motivated to learn and achieve their educational objectives. Teach the depth and scope of class materials as outlined in the syllabus and catalog and relates the instruction to careers and employer expectations. Possess ability to meet multiple deadlines and instruct diverse audiences. Prepare and grade examinations based upon course objectives. Return all assignments in a timely manner. Submit at the designated time, final grades for all students on the class roster. Attend faculty meetings, in-service meetings, and other college development events as required by the College. Develop content of courses with Program Director. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Areas of knowledge and teaching include: Anatomy & Physiology, Healthcare Management, Medical Terminology, Medical Office Procedures, Pathophysiology, Medical Ethics, Legal Issues in Health Sciences, and Healthcare Organizational Management.
Present- Northwestern University, 240 E. Huron St. Chicago, IL.
April 2004 Lab Coordinator, Assist multiple investigators with support services
related to the operation and maintenance of common equipment and research lab facilities. Order supplies and maintain inventory for core usage. Maintain administrative and budget databases, service contracts, SOP’s, and records for equipment. Coordinate repair or maintenance service as needed, sign and route deliveries and access to appropriate labs, police common facilities to stay in compliance across University and Hospital regulations. Maintain central copies of all MSDS for materials used on the floor. Meet regularly with divisional lab representatives and members of other departments. Conduct new staff training and orientation for general floor areas. Handle all safety and risk management compliance. Perform various other mid-level management, administrative, and lab bench duties as assigned.
August 2005- Northwestern Memorial Hospital, 251 E. Huron St. Chicago, IL.
June 2000 Asst. Tech Pathologist, Inpatient/Outpatient registration for high volume laboratory, test order entry, label & process specimens, operate numerous pneumatic tube systems and centrifuges. Handle and prepare specimens for various testing and shipping for Microbiology, Referred Testing, and Immunology. Act as a specimen transporter around the grounds and interact with several offices and external clients. Responsible for sorting and verifying patient data into lab system programs, communicate lab results, collection requirements and instructions to medical staff and patients plus maintain records and log books. Lead charge technician during scheduled weekends and on-call shifts, responsible for training new employees on lab safety & operations. Plus assist with conversion of automated testing lines through various departments of Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology.
Dec. 1999- Tennessee State University, 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd. Nashville, TN
Sept. 1995 Lab Assistant, Prepare labs for instructional class procedures, including media
culture, solutions, reagents or buffers, handle chemical and bacteria samples,
perform clinical testing to assist with lab results for classes, operate numerous
microscopes and other lab equipment, clean utensils and set up work benches.
PERSONAL INTERESTS & ACTIVITIES
Reading, Traveling, Shopping, Entertainment in Music or Movies, Spending time with Family, Operate party service/event planning freelance business with my spouse, Cooking, and Knitting.
AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
City of Chicago Public Schools Regional and Citywide Science Fair Mentor and Judge
Association for Women in Science (AWIS)
Northwestern University Institute for Public Health and Medicine (IPHAM)
Association for NU Women (ANUW)
American Public Health Association (APHA)
REFERENCES
Professional
Asish Ghosh, Northwestern University
Associate Research Professor, Cardiology
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Dianne Hargrove, KAPLAN/Virginia College/CHCP
Online Adjunct Instructor/Consultant
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Carlie Bell, College of Healthcare Professions
Program Director, Medical Assistant Online Division
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Nick Lu, USFDA /NU
Consumer Safety Officer, Allergy-Immunology
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Personal
Tonia Jackson ***************@*****.*** 847-***-****
Denisa Melichian ***********@*****.*** 312-***-****
Paul Ricketts *********@*****.*** 260-***-****
Shantease Cartman *****************@*****.*** 773-***-****
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