Annalese Chaplin
Hartford,CT
Summary
Molecular Technologist with over five years of experience performing molecular diagnostic testing in CLIA/CAP-accredited clinical laboratories. Holds a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology, combining expertise in molecular diagnostics, quality assurance, and data-driven decision-making with a passion for advancing public health.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Molecular Technologist
Unified Women’s Healthcare
Phoenix, Arizona
09.2024 - Current
- Performed high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing for sexually transmitted infections using qPCR and DNA methylation technologies.
- Collaborated with pathologists and laboratory staff to provide timely, reliable diagnostic results, enhancing patient care.
- Ensured compliance with CLIA, CAP, and laboratory quality standards through comprehensive quality control measures and accurate documentation.
- Accurately documented patient testing and results within the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
- Participated in laboratory quality improvement initiatives, supporting accreditation readiness and adherence to best practices.
Molecular Technologist
Caris Life Sciences
Phoenix, Arizona
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Performed manual and automated extraction of DNA and RNA from FFPE tissue specimens for clinical molecular testing.
- Executed proficiency testing and assay validation studies and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted macrodissection of tissue specimens while maintaining strict patient identification protocols.
- Maintained instrumentation through routine maintenance, calibration, and quality assurance procedures.
- Resolved technical issues to minimize disruptions in laboratory testing and maintain turnaround times.
- Supported initiatives to improve laboratory efficiency and enhance quality of testing.
- Prepared and investigated Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) documentation for laboratory nonconformances.
- Oversaw inventory of laboratory reagents to ensure availability for testing, quality control documentation, and laboratory records.
Molecular Technologist
LabCorp
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Executed molecular diagnostic tests following established protocols, contributing to reliable patient outcomes.
- Performed molecular techniques such as qPCR and DNA Methylation analysis.
- Ensured accuracy and precision of test results through quality control measures, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with laboratory colleagues and medical staff to interpret test results, facilitating timely and accurate reporting for patient care.
- Supported quality improvement initiatives and participated in laboratory accreditation processes.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology
Regis College
01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology, Global Health
Arizona State University
01-2021
Skills
- QPCR/PCR
- DNA/RNA Extraction
- DNA Methylation Analysis
- FFPE Tissue Processing
- Macrodissection
- NGS
- CLIA
- CAP
- Quality Control
- Data interpretation
- CAPA Investigations
- Assay Validation
- Proficiency Testing
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
- Documentation
- Instrument Maintenance/Troubleshooting
- Epidemiology
- SAS/Statistical Analysis
- Systematic Reviews
- Meta-analysis
Timeline
Molecular Technologist
Unified Women’s Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
Molecular Technologist
Caris Life Sciences
11.2022 - 09.2024
Molecular Technologist
LabCorp
02.2022 - 11.2022
Master of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology
Regis College
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology, Global Health
Arizona State University