Burcu Yildiz
Saddle Brook,NJ
Summary
Medical Laboratory Scientist with 7+ years of experience supporting high-complexity clinical laboratory operations, including toxicology and molecular diagnostics, combined with hands-on experience in manual software testing. Strong expertise in laboratory workflows, specimen processing, data integrity, and test case development. Proven ability to perform validation testing, track defects using Jira, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Well-positioned to transition into Epic Beaker CP/AP configuration and workflow optimization roles.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time
988 Crisis Counselor
Long Island, NY
07.2025 - Current
- Provide crisis intervention while maintaining accurate, real-time documentation.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support client outcomes.
- Apply structured protocols in high-pressure environments.
Manual Tester
SCREENIA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Performed functional, UI, smoke, and regression testing across mobile and web applications on multiple devices.
- Identified, logged, and tracked defects using Jira, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication with development teams.
- Created and executed detailed test cases in TestRail aligned with business and technical requirements.
- Conducted browser compatibility testing across Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge to ensure consistent performance.
- Utilized Chrome DevTools to investigate and diagnose front-end and network-related issues.
- Participated in Agile Scrum meetings, providing testing updates, reporting defects, and collaborating on bug fixes.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Quest Diagnostics
Clifton, NJ
02.2020 - 10.2023
- Supported configuration and optimization of laboratory workflows, including order entry, accessioning, specimen tracking, and result reporting.
- Developed and executed test cases and performed manual and validation testing to ensure workflow accuracy and data integrity.
- Documented defects and workflow issues and tracked resolutions using Jira.
- Reviewed and validated high-complexity test results, ensuring compliance with CLIA and CAP standards.
- Identified workflow and system issues, performed root-cause analysis, and implemented corrective actions.
- Collaborated with laboratory, IT, and billing teams to support order-to-cash workflows and ensure proper test coding and billing triggers.
- Participated in system updates, validation testing, and documentation of workflows, decision logic, and SOPs.
- Performed instrument troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance.
QA / Medical Technologist
Suretox Laboratory
Elmwood Park, NJ
03.2016 - 01.2020
- Developed and executed test cases and performed manual testing for toxicology workflows and laboratory systems.
- Executed validation testing protocols, reducing laboratory errors by 20%.
- Tracked and documented testing issues, defects, and resolutions to support workflow improvements.
- Performed data analysis and ensured accuracy of test results using LC-MS/MS platforms.
- Maintained audit-ready documentation in compliance with GLP and cGMP standards.
- Trained staff on laboratory workflows, testing procedures, and compliance standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
William Paterson University
08.2014
Skills
- Laboratory Workflow Optimization (Order Entry, Accessioning, Result Reporting)
- Specimen Processing, Test Codes & Result Reporting Structures
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) & Data Integrity
- Manual Testing, Regression Testing, Smoke Testing & UI Testing
- Test Case Development & Execution (TestRail)
- Defect Tracking & Management (Jira)
- System Configuration Support & Troubleshooting
- Order-to-Cash Workflow Support & Billing Triggers
- Quality Assurance & Compliance (CLIA, CAP, HIPAA, OSHA, cGMP)
- SOP Development, Documentation & Testing Protocols
- Cross-Functional Collaboration (Lab, IT, Agile/Scrum Teams)
- Data Analysis (Excel, SQL)
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)
- Jira (Issue Tracking & Defect Management)
- TestRail (Test Case Management)
- Chrome DevTools
- LC-MS/MS: Thermo Fisher, Agilent, ABSciex
- PCR Platforms: Hologic Panther, BD MAX
- Beckman Coulter AU480
- Hamilton Automation Systems
- Data Tools: Excel, SQL
Languages
English
Turkish
Timeline
Part-Time
988 Crisis Counselor
07.2025 - Current
Manual Tester
SCREENIA
01.2024 - 01.2025
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Quest Diagnostics
02.2020 - 10.2023
QA / Medical Technologist
Suretox Laboratory
03.2016 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
William Paterson University