Quality Control Assurance
Resume:
NICOLE DAVIS 201-***-**** ***********@*****.***
PROFICIENCIS & CERTIFICATION
●Proficient in MS Excel & Access
●Hospital Charting System
●Gel Electrophoresis on Polyacrylamide and Agarose gels
●Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), qPCR, RT PCR
●NGS Data Analysis
●DNA extraction from blood, saliva, sperm, and fecal material
●Microarray
●Next generation sequencing (NGS)
●Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
Preimplantation genetic screening (PGS)
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Genomic Prediction North Brunswick, NJ
Laboratory Technician
06/2023-07/2024
●Maintains records of laboratory work and sample tracking
●Accession samples as they are received and store under proper conditions until processing starts
●Perform inventory, receive and store laboratory supplies
●Follows all laboratory procedures and policies, including quality control and quality system activities, and documents appropriately all records, deviations, and corrective actions as required
●Perform a broad range of molecular based assays both manually and using automated technology, including sample preparation and validation of the outcome of the reaction.
●Conduct routine microarray procedures including; whole genome amplification, fragmentation, precipitation, hybridization, and staining using various microarray platforms.
●Extract DNA from a range of patient sample types and evaluate quality and quantity required.
●Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory equipment to complete experiments in an efficient manner
●Assists with troubleshooting issues with assays, equipment, or procedures
Igenomix Jersey City, NJ
Laboratory Supervisor 10/2020-06/2023
●Plan, organize and supervise the day-to-day work of laboratory personnel engaged in performing routine and specialized technical procedures, including planning laboratory work, evaluating work performed and handling procedural and technical laboratory problems to meet the needs of the clinical staff and patients.
●Monitor Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Safety, and Inspection Control practices to assure compliance with internal and external regulations.
●Responsible for smooth workflow and demonstrates decision-making abilities in all aspects of performance in support of the Department.
●Supervise area operations, prioritize workflow, and assign staff to meet the need of the laboratory and ensure efficient and quality operations, oversight of Standard Operating Procedure development, review of Proficiency Testing, new instrumentation development and implementation, troubleshoot highly complex manufacturing processes, and direct/oversee Technical Specialists.
●Direct and supervise activities of staff in assigned areas. Train and evaluate the performance of staff. Provide guidance, feedback, and opportunities for development, as appropriate. Assist in selection of new staff.
●Monitor daily activities of staff, ensuring job duties are being completed accurately, thoroughly and within specified time frames.
●Provide direction and conduct or supervise training of staff.
●Perform audits reviewing work completed by subordinates to ensure accuracy. Implement quality assurance and improvement programs when identified. Report results to manager to assist with quality improvement initiatives.
●Maintain technical superiority in all aspects of laboratory operations.
Jersey City, NJ
Laboratory Technologist 06/2018 -10/2020
●Perform quality control assessments and routine instrument maintenance using accrediting agency standard and manufacturer specifications to assure the validity of laboratory test results.
●Participate in independent projects and tasks beyond normal routine work.
●Maintain personal skills competencies and education to comply with licensing and accrediting standards and regulations.
●Maintain compliance with regards to College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation requirements and laboratory policies and procedures.
●Perform PGS test as described in the Laboratory Policy and Procedure Manual. That s included to perform the processes for Aneuploidy Screening with NGS described in the SOP.
●Maintain records that demonstrate Proficiency Testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
●Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
●Registering and closing Samples in the ERP (Navision Software) as per arrival to the laboratory.
●Maintain complete documentation for all steps of the processes as outlined in SOPs.
●Analyze and interpret patient results per SOPs.
●Release results to Lab Information System.
●Participate in the training of other technicians.
●Troubleshoot assays and reagent qualification issues.
●Participate in verification and validation studies for process improvements, new equipment, and new technology transfer.
●Manage the relationship with the IVF clinics, physicians and doctors in order to get the necessary information to perform the genetic services.
●Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reviewing and maintaining records of patient test results.
●Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, or laboratory director.
●Document all non-conformities and corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
●Communicate professionally with clients in providing and retrieving necessary information required for testing.
●Register samples in the designated system, witness the procedure and ensure proper documentation is in place
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Bio Reference Laboratories Elmwood Park, NJ
Test Master Analyst 02/2017 -06/2018
●Ensures that all test codes are accurate and functioning properly.
●Responsible for implementing changes requested by the laboratory.
● Create/edit/maintain all test and profile codes
●Discussed testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limitations with patients and families to assist them in making informed decisions.
●Distribute special requests that have been made from Sales Support.
●Maintain records of all updates/changes made to Test Master/Vertex.
●Communicate with Sales Support and numerous departments as test code(s) changes are made.
●Create rules to improve the functioning of a test/profile code.
●Retire tests that are no longer in use by lab
●Implement state restrictions
●Distribute special requests that have been made from Sales Support.
●Monitor and fulfill any requests sent through test master help desk.
●Maintain records of all updates/changes made to Test Master/Vertex.
●Communicate with Sales Support and numerous departments as test code(s) changes are made.
●Create rules to improve the functioning of a test/profile code.
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Newark, NJ
Genetic Counselor 05/2015 - 05/2016
●Analyzed genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes.
●Assessed patients' psychological or emotional needs such as those relating to stress, fear of test results, financial issues, and marital conflicts to make referral recommendations to specialists or community resources, or assisted patients in managing test outcomes.
●Determined or coordinated treatment plans by requesting laboratory services, reviewing genetics or counseling literature, and considering histories or diagnostic data.
●Discussed testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limitations with patients and families to assist them in making informed decisions.
●Engaged in research activities related to the field of medical genetics or genetic counseling.
●Interpreted laboratory results and communicated findings to patients or physicians.
●Prepared or provided genetics-related educational materials to patients or medical personnel.
●Wrote detailed consultation reports to provide information on complex genetic concepts to patients or referring physicians.
●Collected for or shared with research projects patient data related to specific genetic disorders or syndromes.
●Provided genetic counseling in specified areas of clinical genetics such as obstetrics, pediatrics, oncology and neurology.
●Explained diagnostic procedures such as chorionic villus sampling (CVS), ultrasound, fetal blood sampling, and amniocentesis to patients.
●Provided patients with information about the inheritance of conditions such as Sickle Cell Anemia, Tay-Sachs Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, and Fragile X.
Howard University Washington, DC
Genetics Teaching Assistant 08/2006 – 12/2008
●Conducted research pertaining to Genetics and Genetic Counseling.
●Prepared lectures and quizzes pertaining to Medical Genetics and Human Genetics as a Teaching Assistant.
●Provided genetics counseling in specified areas of clinical genetics such as obstetrics, pediatrics, and oncology.
●Analyzed genetic information to identify patients or families at risk for specific disorders or syndromes.
●Interviewed patients and reviewed medical records to obtain comprehensive patient or family medical histories, and document findings. Provide patients with information about the inheritance of conditions such as breast, ovarian, prostate and colon cancer; cardiovascular disease; Alzheimer's disease; and diabetes.
●Discussed testing options and the associated risks, benefits and limitations with patients and families to assist them in making informed decisions.
●Interpreted results of testing and educated families on results and potential health risks.
●Created management and treatment plans for families based on the outcome of counseling sessions and to cope with a diagnosis positive diagnosis.
Christ Hospital Jersey City, NJ
Patient Access 03/2006 – 08/2006
●Interviewed patients or their representatives to identify problems relating to their care; to assess level of emergency and to triage the most critical patients.
●Registered patients by verifying that patient’s record was up to date and accurate; made appropriate changes in computer system and on patient’s chart; coded insurances and checked insurance eligibility; advised patients of their options for payment and charity care.
●Complied with HIPAA guidelines and explained guidelines to patients.
●Transferred information for admission to other units and transported patients to other units.
National Institutes of Health Bethesda, MD
Post Baccalaureate Intramural Research Training Award 08/2004 – 08/2005
●Planned, organized, and conducted research in neurogenetics for use in my own work and in projects of sponsoring institution.
●Developed plans for project and studies guidelines for project prepared by professional staff member to outline research procedures to be followed.
●Performed laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations.
●Carried out routine tasks accurately and followed strict methodologies to carry out analyses.
●Prepared specimens and samples.
●Constructed, maintained and operated standard laboratory equipment, for example centrifuges, pipetting machines and PCR machines.
●Ensured the laboratory was well-stocked and resourced.
●Used computers and performed biostatistical calculations for the preparation of graphs.
●Kept up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability.
●Conducted research, utilizing institution library, archives, and collections, and other sources of information, to collect, record, analyze, and evaluate facts.
●Recorded and interpreted results to present to senior colleagues.
●Discussed findings with other personnel to evaluate validity of findings.
●Prepared reports of completed projects for publication in technical journals, for presentation to agency requesting project, or for use in further applied or theoretical research activities.
●Trained others on experimentation routines, rules, and regulations.
EDUCATION
Howard University Washington, DC
Bachelors of Science degree in Biological Sciences, Minor in Chemistry 05/2004
Masters of Science in Genetics and Human Genetics, concentration: Genetic Counseling 12/2008
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Target Edgewater, NJ
Seasonal Sales Floor Associate 11/2014 – 01/2015
National Career Institute East Orange, NJ
Receptionist 12/2010 - 08/2012
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