Cytotechnologist
Resume:
Nelson B. Cordova, CT (ASCP)
***************@*******.***
P.O. Box 2583
Pittsfield, MA 01202
EDUCATION
University of North Texas, Denton, TX.
Bachelor of Science in Cytotechnology
Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences
Minor in Chemistry
Course work: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Histology, Microbiology, Medical Bacteriology, Plant Biology, Organic Chemistry, Animal Physiology, Alpine Ecology, Statistics, Organizational Behavior.
GPA: 3.50
Berkshire Medical Center School of Cytotechnology, Pittsfield, MA.
Course work: GYN Cytopathology, Non-GYN Cytopathology, Aspiration Cytology, Laboratory Techniques, Cytopathology Seminars, Cytology Practicum, Molecular Diagnostics.
GPA: 3.83 ASCP Score: 729
Certifications: CT (ASCP), BD SurePath Cytology, CyTyc ThinPrep Cytology.
Expected Certification: MP (ASCP) in November 2009
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Experience with CyTyc ThinPrep imager, related equipment, and processing.
• Experience reading cell blocks and immunohistochemical stains.
• Assisted Fine Needle Aspirations in CT scan, Fluoroscopy, and Ultrasound.
• Observed autopsy and assisted in cutting of gross surgical specimens.
• Observed Digene hc2 HPV DNA testing in molecular diagnostics.
• Observed embedding and preparation of tissues in histology.
• Attended weekly cancer conferences at Berkshire Medical Center.
• Attended ASC Cytoteleconference “Cytomorphic Characteristics Uniting with Molecular Techniques”, October 2008.
• Attended 26th Annual Cytopathology workshop, sponsored by Baystate Medical Center Springfield, MA, July 2009.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Dr. Aaron Roberts, Research Assistant, Estes Park, CO (Summer 2008)
Conducted limnology experiments at 4 major lakes at Rocky Mountain National Park.
Collected and processed zooplankton and chloroplast specimens.
Conducted water chemistry experiments using YSI water meter.
Conducted light chemistry experiments using UV photometer and related software.
Quest Diagnostics Lab, Specimen Technician, Irving, TX (December 2007 to May 2008)
Processed various body tissue samples including blood, urine, stool, and skin for diagnostic testing.
Aliquoted and distributed body tissue and fluid throughout the lab.
Responsible for inputting patient’s sensitive information into the Quest database using QLS software.
Resolved and documented problem specimens.
NTA Taekwondo Center, Head Instructor/Coach, Coppell, TX (August 2003 to October 2007)
Helped shape rapidly developing Taekwondo team, preparing competitors for local and national events.
Been involved in Taekwondo since the age of 4 and currently hold 4th degree master black belt certification.
Elite level competitor winning numerous local, national, and international tournaments.
PERSONAL
Fluent in Spanish language and literature. Interests include playing guitar, jogging, snowboarding, and travel.
Nelson B. Cordova, CT (ASCP)
***************@*******.***
P.O. Box 2583
Pittsfield, MA 01202
REFERENCES
Ms. Judith Shaffer, SCT (ASCP)
Berkshire Medical Center School of Cytotechnology
Pathology Lab
725 North Street
Pittsfield, MA 01202
Ms. Shaffer was my program director, lecturer, and immediate supervisor at Berkshire Medical Center.
Mrs. Rebecca McKeever, CT (ASCP)
Staff Cytotechnologist
New England Pathology Associates
299 Carew Street
Springfield, MA 01109
Mrs. McKeever was my supervisor and liaison during clinical rotations at New England Pathology Associates.
Dr. Aaron P. Roberts, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Biological Sciences and Institute of Applied Sciences
University of North Texas
1155 Union Circle #310559
Denton ,TX 76203
I assisted Dr. Roberts with research during a UNT field course at Rocky Mountain National Park in July 2008.
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