Ayomide Martins
Pflugerville,TX
Summary
I am a Clinical Laboratory Operator at Natera, a leading genetic testing company that provides innovative solutions for prenatal, oncology, and organ transplant applications. I have a Master of Science in Biotechnology from Rush University, where I gained hands-on experience in molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, and biostatistics. I also have a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Albany State University, where I won multiple awards for my oral presentations in STEM research. My core competencies include communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, which I apply in my daily work as a laboratory professional.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Operator II
Natera
Austin, United States
03.2024 - Current
- Supported the adherence to standard operating procedures while conducting patient sample testing.
- Sustained performance at target levels in compliance with job requirements.
- Maintained and updated understanding and knowledge of lab methods.
- Demonstrates commitment to GLP (good laboratory practice) by consistently maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Completed training and other deadlines on time.
- Completes independent continuous improvement projects (TAG, 5S) within role
- Supports lead/supervisor in training new team members and facilitating the implementation of process changes.
- Assists supervisor and lab trainer in completing competency for staff.
- Gained expertise in operating different instruments and following various protocols through specialized training.
- Efficiently identified and reported equipment malfunctions and common processing errors following laboratory protocols.
- Provided daily feedback to lead/supervisor on schedule and tasks.
- Assists teammates in completing daily tasks.
- Ensured the proper functioning of equipment and instruments through routine calibration and meticulous attention to expiration dates.
- Maintained appropriate stock of material, supplies, and equipment to support daily operations in the laboratory.
Clinical Laboratory Operator I
Natera
Austin, United States
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted in analyzing specimens and maintaining equipment in good operating condition and testing patient samples according to standard operating procedure
- Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab
- Provided guidance for new team members
- Maintain clean and organized workspace according to the GLP and completed training and deadlines on time
- Recognized, escalated, and troubleshot equipment malfunctions and common processing errors according to the laboratory's standard operating procedures
- Laboratory protocol deviations were escalated immediately to the lead/supervisors
- Provided feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor and assisted teammates in completing daily tasks
- Maintained equipment and instruments in good operating condition (such as calibration and expiration date)
- Gained experience working with LIMS for storage, pushing batches through for confirmations, keeping up with lab equipment, and various other uses of LIMS.
Medical Scribe/Quality Assurance Manager
ACESO Scribe LLC
Albany, United States
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed an average of at least 10 patients per hour during peak time in the emergency room.
- Managed a team of 25 employees and mentored them to foster a collaborative environment that improved the teams productivity and quality.
- Facilitate diagnostic tests and referrals to medical specialists.
- Assisted the physician with fundamental patient care.
- Maintain a clean and professional working environment.
- Assisted with the training of newly hired Medical Scribes and helped with scheduling of scribes to match the schedule of the Emergency physicians.
- Established procedures and quality standards.
- Conducted training and mentorship for newly hired scribes and provided an environment where asking questions was not a sign of being less qualified, but rather a willingness to better themselves.
- Attended continuing education seminars related to medical scribe duties as required.
- Communicated effectively with staff members across departments to ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed correctly and promptly.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
Patient Transporter
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Albany, United States
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Provided customer service and was involved in training new team members each month
- Established and maintained communication with patients and coworkers to improve quality of service and customer satisfaction
- Transported patients inside and outside of the facility to designated areas in a punctual and timely manner with their safety being a priority
- Helped in lifting patients in and out of bed, chairs, taxis, and ambulances to move them to and from treatment areas and procedure rooms
- Offered comfort and support to patients and their families during those vulnerable situations
- Transported medical equipment, supplies, and laboratory specimens to designated treatment, diagnostic, and patient care areas as needed by the providers
- Respected and protected patient confidence and hospital confidentiality by keeping all sensitive patient information private
- Ensured that all protocols and procedures are followed meticulously to ensure the safe delivery of patients, their possessions, supplies, and laboratory specimens
- Maintained a secure, clean, and healthy work environment by adhering to the standards and regulations that are set forth by the hospital and local, state, and federal governments.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Albany State University
Albany, United States
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Utilized computational techniques to investigate the relationship between molecular dynamics and data patterns.
- Continually updated my TA and honed my skills by participating in various laboratory activities and training.
- Presented during the undergraduate symposium at Albany State University, and was selected in 3rd place in the STEM Oral Presentation Fall 2019 Undergraduate Research Colloquium.
- Learned how to use PDB and other computational biology programs for researching protein structures.
- Conducted literature searches to identify relevant articles for review.
- Cultivated research skills to learn how to handle independent assignments.
- Took active role in research projects under guidance of seasoned faculty members.
- Gathered, compiled, and interpreted information from various sources.
Team Member / Book Manager
Follett Bookstore at Albany State University
Albany, United States
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Provided customer service and was involved in training new team members each month
- Offered strong customer service skills and kept customers satisfied by offering discounts where necessary
- Executed company policies, procedures, and safety standards to ensure the proper cleanliness and safety of the office and equipment
- Worked with other Follett bookstores to provide inventory when they were out of certain books which are needed by students
- Maintained safe money handling procedures and secure transaction practices when accepting cash payments, check, and credit card payments
- Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise and helped customers with finding products that complement the merchandise they are interested in buying
- Monitored the sales floor and merchandise displays for presentation condition and took corrective actions such as restocking and reorganizing.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Rush University
Chicago, IL04-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Albany State University
Albany, GA, Georgia05-2021
Skills
- Team management
- Relationship building
- Microsoft Office
- Ability to multitask
- Critical thinking
- R studio
- Prism
- Biostatistics
- Bioinformatics
- Customer relations and Customer service
- PCR, gel electrophoresis, QI symphony, Fluent, Extractions
- LIMS and Lab vantage
- Time Management
- Quality Assurance
- Visualization building
- Task prioritization
- Cancer Research Techniques
- Genetics/Genomics
- Aseptic Techniques
- Effective Working Relationships
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Laboratory Procedures
- Organizational Skills
- Work Scheduling
Certification
- AVMA Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals: 2020 Edition, AALAS Learning Library, 01/01/22, 6095796
- Aseptic Technique for Rodent Survival Surgery, AALAS Learning Library, 01/01/22, 6093976
- Inhalation Anesthesia Systems for Rodents, AALAS Learning Library, 01/01/22, 6094106
- Introduction to Rabbits, AALAS Learning Library, 01/01/22, 6095393
- Occupational Health and Animal Biosafety, AALAS Learning Library, 01/01/22, 6095297
- Occupational Health and Safety in the Care and Use of Research Animals, AALAS Learning Library, 01/01/22, 6095569
- Personal Protective Equipment for Working in a Laboratory Animal Facility, AALAS Learning Library, 01/01/22, 6095787
- Working with the Laboratory Rat, AALAS Learning Library, 01/01/22, 6095538
- COVID-19: Insights for Higher Ed Leaders, CITI Program, 08/01/21, 44325530
- Participating in Vaccine Research, CITI Program, 08/01/21, 44325529
- What You Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccine, CITI Program, 08/01/21, 44325531
- Biomedical Data or Specimens Only Researchers Responsible Conduct of Research, CITI Program, 08/01/21, 08/01/25, 44325525
- Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), CITI Program, 09/01/21, 09/01/24, 44679789
- Basic Biosafety Training, CITI Program, 08/01/21, 08/01/24, 44325524
- Lab Chemical Safety, CITI Program, 08/01/21, 08/01/24, 44325526
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Operator II
Natera
03.2024 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Operator I
Natera
10.2022 - 03.2024
Medical Scribe/Quality Assurance Manager
ACESO Scribe LLC
08.2020 - 09.2021
Patient Transporter
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
02.2019 - 08.2020
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Albany State University
08.2018 - 12.2019
Team Member / Book Manager
Follett Bookstore at Albany State University
06.2017 - 02.2019
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Rush University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Albany State University
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