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Granby, Connecticut, United States

New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

Performed remote cytogenetic analysis of neoplastic specimens. Train new employees on systems and procedures to ensure consistency in remote analysis.

Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

Led the training and mentoring of the University of Connecticut Diagnostic Genetic Sciences clinical students.

Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

Oversaw the running of the cytogenetic laboratory, and performed all laboratory testing including setup, harvesting and banding of peripheral bloods, bone marrows, products of conception, and tumor specimens. Performed FISH testing, cell isolation, and analysis on neoplastic/non-neoplastic specimens. Performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment. SME in neoplastic cases, clinical correlation of complex cytogenetic results, and ISCN nomenclature of complex cases. • Collected and maintained quality control data for the laboratory, to comply with hospital policies and JCAHO and CAP regulatory agencies. • Maintained and managed inventory control of reagents and supplies to ensure smooth laboratory operations and proper supply. • Functioned as the subject matter expert and technical resource for technologists, and trained new employees and pathology residents, along with assisting in the competency evaluation of employees.• Liaison to the laboratory for clinicians and pathologists in regard to relaying preliminary results and ensuring all of their needs were met.• Performed quality control and review of cytogenetic cases for accuracy, completeness, and proper ISCN nomenclature, and generated cytogenetic reports for management. • Created, updated, and edited cytogenetic procedures on a yearly basis, to comply with JCAHO and CAP regulations. • Liaison for CAP Inspector and assisted in the preparation for CAP inspections. • Researched and presented abnormal cases at laboratory journal clubs.

Springfield, Massachusetts, United States

As the Dry Lab Advanced Technologist, I worked in all areas of the set up, culturing, harvesting and analysis of all specimen types. In addition, I was responsible for ensuring the cases flowed smoothly through the analysis stage, making sure they were completed in a timely manner. I was also responsible for preparing the case for director sign out, including final review of the case and writing the preliminary report.

My responsibilities include culture, harvest and analysis of all specimen types. I also have experience with FISH and cell isolation techniques. I have experience with both Cytovision and Applied Spectral Imaging karyotyping and automated scanning systems.

New Haven, Connecticut, United States

My responsibilities included all aspects of set up, culture, harvest and analysis of amniotic fluid specimens. I also assisted in the analysis of other specimen types as needed including products of conception, CVS, peripheral blood and bone marrow aspirate samples.

Bachelor'S Degree, Cytogenetics/Genetics/Clinical Genetics Technology/Technologist

Bachelor'S Of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science/ Cytogenetics

Activities and Societies: Chorus, Campus Area council,