Belen Galindo-Perez
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior CAR-T Manufacturing Operator
Johnson & Johnson; The Janssen Pharmaceutical Company
Raritan
06.2023 - 04.2025
- As a Manufacturing Technician, you are responsible for executing manufacturing procedures and tasks within a controlled Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) environment.
- My role emphasized quality control, compliance with company policies and regulations at a commercial rate and fostering a culture of site pride and corporate citizenship.
- Played a vital role in the manufacturing operations team, contributing to the production of autologous CAR-T products for clinical and commercial use within cGMP cleanroom settings.
- Collaborated within a team-based, cross-functional environment to fulfill production tasks as scheduled.
- Prioritized safety by wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in manufacturing and other hazardous environments.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, taking action to eliminate safety hazards and report unsafe behaviors to colleagues.
- Assisted in the development of manufacturing processes, including thorough documentation.
- Actively contributed to continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing operations, utilizing personal observations and team input to decrease any workflow restrictions.
- Ensured meticulous completion of documentation in SOPs, logbooks, and other GMP documents.
- Collaborated within a team-based, cross-functional environment to fulfill production tasks as scheduled.
- Demonstrated progression through the assigned training curriculum.
Clinical Manufacturing Associate, CAR-T
Bristol Myers Squibb
Warren
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Versatile member of Clinical Cell Therapy Development and Operations (CTDO) organization.
- Manufactures human blood derived cell therapies per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in a controlled, cGMP cleanroom environment of a multi-product clinical facility under the supervision of Manufacturing Management.
- Performs operations utilizing Aseptic technique, adheres to required PPE and other clean room garments daily.
- Maintains manufacturing environmental conditions.
- Performs the proper area disinfection regimen as required to meet global Health Authority requirements.
- Uses proper cleaning material i.e.; HB, IPA, and SporKlenz, as required post-use, pre-use, in process, and response cleans.
- Navigates through various production schedules and ensuring on-time, internal production logistics.
- Works in a team based, cross-functional environment to complete production tasks required by schedule.
- Performs other tasks as assigned.
- Responsible for production and quality control of CAR-T cell therapy products.
- Navigates day to day task following MBR’s, SOP’s, and ALCOA+ principles for completing production for patient lots cell therapy.
Patient Coordinator, Icahn School of Medicine/Selikoff Centers for Occupational Health
Mount Sinai Medical Center-Manhattan
New York
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Strategically leads operations and call center for the World Trade Center Medical Monitoring & Treatment Program to support patients that were directly affected by the September 11, 2001 attacks.
- Executes the release of information in adherence to Federal, State, and HIPPA regulations in order to secure patient authorizations/documentation.
- Monitors call center operations and release of information to ensure program metrics are achieved and patients receive medical records in a timely manner.
- Successful in communicating and liaising with providers, patients, internal, and external stakeholders to ensure medical records are received prior to patient appointments.
- Navigates through various government and commercial insurance payer policies to ensure patients are authorized prior to scheduling.
- Collaborates with billing department to adhere to cash-control process and enters charges as appropriate once co-pay / co-insurance is collected.
- Administrator for daily operational support of World Trade Center Medical Monitoring & Treatment Program.
Health Information Analyst
Atlantic Health System, Health Information Management
Morristown
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Versatile member of the Health Information Management Department specializing in the compliant handling of protected health information.
- Executes the release of information in adherence to Federal, State, and HIPPA regulations in order to secure patient authorizations/documentation.
- Fosters excellent relationships interdepartmentally to ensure best practice and quality standards within the organization.
- Oversaw initiatives to enhance records retention, retrieval, and release processes.
- Led project teams through audit readiness, risk mitigation, and quality assurance efforts to align with regulatory standards.
- Fostered strong relationships across departments, vendors, and patient support services to advocate for system use and compliance tools.
- Promoted health information solutions that improved communication and turnaround time, contributing to increased satisfaction scores and operational transparency.
- Distributes official documents to internal and external customers as required.
- Launched cost-saving programs including third-party authorization tools and online portals that cut release times and improved the patient experience.
- Created SOPs and visual aids to train staff and support system compliance.
- Clarifies Epic EMR system updates to departmental staff to guarantee quality of record management.
Clinical Lab Assistant
Atlantic Health Consolidated Lab, MP Processing Lab
Morris Plains
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided high-level lab support while applying quality standards for specimen handling, inventory management, and documentation under GMP/SOP guidance.
- Spearheaded lab efficiency initiatives and introduced inventory solutions to support batch production needs.
- Proficient in executing aseptic technique while handling specimens to prevent cross-contamination from pathogens.
- Implemented inventory control measures and negotiated restock planning, ensuring materials aligned with production forecasts and lab utilization rates.
- Conducted all necessary processing operations to ensure adherence of SOP guidelines.
- Facilitated material condition requirements / routine equipment cleanings in order to establish reporting baselines with the intent of optimizing workflow and processes improvements.
- Managed lab-based improvement projects, addressing bottlenecks in specimen prep and tracking.
- Developed timelines and resource plans to implement smoother handoffs between processing and analytical teams.
Phlebotomist II
Overlook Medical Center, Lab Outreach Program & Northfield PSC
Morristown
11.2015 - 10.2017
- Engaged with diverse patient populations and medical teams to ensure high-quality specimen collection and care coordination.
- Served as a frontline liaison to patients and providers, clearly communicating test requirements, timelines, and expectations.
- Contributed to patient retention through education and empathetic service delivery.
- Built relationships with departments such as Oncology and Hematology to improve patient flow, reduce duplicate testing, and create solutions that enhanced satisfaction and reduced rework by 32.5%.
- Helped establish new specimen tracking and reporting methods, while aligning with updated CLIA and OSHA standards to improve procedural consistency and reporting accuracy.
- Established best practice methods for collecting blood samples for various laboratory tests: venipuncture, finger stick, heel stick, and arterial blood gas puncture.
- Adhered to applicable laws, standards, and policies, produced better techniques for completing quality checks, documenting / prioritizing issues, and acquiring / communicating patient test results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ05.2020
Associates of Arts - Business
Union County College
Cranford, NJ01.2015
Certified Phlebotomist -
New Jersey Institute of Allied Health
Elizabeth, NJ03.2014
Skills
- Healthcare information management
- Medical terminology
- Project management
- Regulatory compliance
- Policies and procedures
- GMP regulations and aseptic techniques
- Electronic health records
- Epic EMR training
- Competitive analysis
- Administrative support
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Senior CAR-T Manufacturing Operator
Johnson & Johnson; The Janssen Pharmaceutical Company
06.2023 - 04.2025
Clinical Manufacturing Associate, CAR-T
Bristol Myers Squibb
05.2022 - 06.2023
Patient Coordinator, Icahn School of Medicine/Selikoff Centers for Occupational Health
Mount Sinai Medical Center-Manhattan
12.2020 - 05.2022
Health Information Analyst
Atlantic Health System, Health Information Management
01.2019 - 12.2020
Clinical Lab Assistant
Atlantic Health Consolidated Lab, MP Processing Lab
11.2017 - 01.2019
Phlebotomist II
Overlook Medical Center, Lab Outreach Program & Northfield PSC
11.2015 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
Rutgers University
Associates of Arts - Business
Union County College
Certified Phlebotomist -
New Jersey Institute of Allied Health
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