Gabrielle (Gabi) Jervis Email & Phone Number

Tampa, FL, US

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

• Collaborate in the development and implementation of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) panels for both genetic carrier screens and diagnostic tests.
• Working with a team of genomic scientists in the analysis and interpretation of NGS carrier screen data using Alamut interactive software; Considerable experience with NCBI resources (OMIM, ClinVar, dbSNP, Gene.
• Lead on the redesign of test reports, educational brochures and advertisements
• Create and present monthly continuing education lectures to laboratory staff and medical technology students emphasizing the importance of carrier screens and the family impact of genetic testing and results

• Established the first genetic counselor position in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine validating the important roles of genetic counselors in the laboratory setting.
• Facilitated process improvement by assisting with the selection, ordering and interpretation of molecular tests performed by >30 external reference labs to insure appropriate, timely and relevant service.
• Collaborated to improve utilization for internal genetic testing services.
• Assisted in the interpretation of microarray technology for both constitutional and acquired diseases with web based research.
• Served as a genetic information resource and provided genetic education for individual patients, families, health care providers and medical colleagues

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

• Reviewed and evaluated all samples accessioned to confirm tests ordered were appropriate based on clinical indications.
• Coordinated prenatal and pediatric molecular and biochemical testing both within Genzyme Genetics and with > 25 outside reference laboratories.
• Provided current and accurate information about the availability and requirements of special genetic studies and assisted with the interpretation of these results for health care providers
• Provided prenatal and pre-conceptual genetic counseling services at different perinatologist offices in the Tampa Bay area.
• Conducted telemedicine genetic counseling sessions using video conference by Tandberg systems for a rural and underserved maternity clinic in Albany, GA.

• University of South Florida Regional Genetics program
• Provided genetic counseling services in prenatal, pediatric, and adult clinics, including clinics that were part of CMS (Children Medical Services) and RPICC (Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Centers).
• Member of a genetics team which included five genetic counselors, two medical geneticists, genetic fellows and medical students
• Developed and presented continuing education lectures to residents, nurses, and high school students on relevant genetic topics.

Master Of Science - Ms, Human Genetics

Bachelor Of Arts, Ba, Cum Laude, Sociology