Cytogenetic Technologist, FISH, and specializing in oncolgy

TERESA L. CHOATE

**** **** ** **, ****** Acres, FL 33976 • 813-***-**** • ********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Knowledgeable Cytogenetic/FISH Technologist ready to leverage oncology experience and 19-year track record of success in challenging new role at a rewarding new company. Dedicated to providing first-rate testing, analysis and logistics skills. Collaborative problem-solver with excellent abilities in relationship building and communication.

SKILLS

QC Special Designee to the Director for Case Review

Oncology Chromosome analysis with ISCN 2017 nomenclature

FISH terminology/gene locus Probe identification

Prosigna® by Nanostring molecular testing

Hematopathology Terminology/Knowledge

HIPAA Compliance

Employee Training

Equipment management

Regulatory compliance

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Lab result interpretation

Managing deadlines

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

WORK HISTORY

Cytogenetics/FISH Technologist

Florida Cancer Specialists and Research Institute - Ft. Myers, FL. 01/2015 - Current

Worked directly with pathologists and management to perform cytogenetics and FISH testing on oncology specimens to achieve timely and accurate patient results.

Developed new processes for employee evaluations and competencies which resulted in marked performance improvements.

Researched and updated all required materials needed for upcoming CAP inspections.

Adhered to industry best practices and regulatory standards when completing clinical diagnostic tasks.

Performed lab tests and communicated results.

Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.

Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures.

Trained new staff on quality control procedures.

Cytogenetic Technologist

Hemacon Labs, LLC - Gainesville, FL 10/2012 - 02/2015

Monitored Quality Improvement plans.

Analyzed oncology chromosomes/FISH and reported all cases to Supervisor within appropriate TAT.

Utilized correct ISCN nomenclature on all case reports.

Verified data integrity and accuracy.

Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.

Used database software on a regular basis and developed advanced proficiency.

Managed reporting and documentation for patient reports with a high-quality, efficient approach.

Cytogenetic Technologist

Esoterix Laboratories LLC/ DBA Genzyme Genetics - Tampa, FL 01/2010 - 01/2011

Performed all aspects of chromosome preparation; pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic.

Responsible for workflow preparations and second review of cases that required a technologist review.

Responsible for long term tissue culture section.

Cytogenetic Technologist I /II

Genzyme Genetics - Temple Terrace, FL 2006 - 01/2010

Performed all aspects of chromosome analysis.

Performed all aspects of cell culture and harvest on all specimen types.

Review of patient cases, draft reports for director sign out.

Cytogenetic Technologist

Genzyme Corporation - Orange, CA 08/2000 - 12/2005

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Medical Microbiology

California State University - Long Beach - Long Beach, CA

Associate of Science: Biological Sciences

Fullerton College - Fullerton, CA

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Quality Assurance

Ensured and enforced laboratory compliance with HIPAA, CAP and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.

Earned “Shining Star” Award for Patient Care Excellence.

Earned 3 - “ESR-exceptional scanning reward” Awards for Identification of Subtle Chromosome Abnormalities.

CERTIFICATIONS

CG(ASCP)cm exp. 8/2020

CLS Cytogenetics State of Florida Laboratory Supervisor exp. 8/2020

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Special Experience and Recognition

CAP Team Inspection Member, Lab Inspection, Memphis, TN 2013

CAP Team Inspection Member, Lab Inspection, Milford, MA 2014

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