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Christine A Cameron

Montvale

Summary

Quality-focused medical lab assistant with excellent clinical skills gained through hands-on experience. Skilled in sorting, and receiving specimens in the department. Expertise in performing routine and specialized assignments associated with moderate complexity testing and demonstrate proficiency and understanding of the procedures in the respective areas of the laboratory under the directive of the Clinical Laboratory Technologists/Scientist. Familiar with sample requirements, test requests, and medical terminologies. Adept at conducting training and development programs, overseeing healthcare services delivery, finding ways to improve efficiency, and directing teams to achieve shared visions and goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory aide

Bio reference Laboratory
01.2021 - Current
  • Assist Lab Techs to perform daily functions. Successfully discard expired samples from storage area as required. Perform exceptionally in locating, retrieving, and transporting specimens as needed. Assemble worksheets and develop reports for patients. Attend department training and meetings for smooth flow of two way communication, share best practices, and continuous improvement.
  • Established both corporate and department policies and procedures to implement best practices.
  • Ensured early resolution of all issues and questions via appropriate channels efficiently and effectively.
  • Executed personal protective equipment compliance procedure.

Laboratory Assistant

Talent Burst (Quest Diagnostics)
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
  • Actively participated in lab safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date laboratory records, ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines and facilitating audits when necessary.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.

Laboratory Aide

Adecco Group (Bioreference Labratories)
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Provided assistance during audits or inspections by maintaining thorough documentation on procedures performed within the facility.
  • Enhanced laboratory safety by strictly adhering to guidelines and properly disposing of hazardous materials.
  • Improved lab efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring smooth daily operations.
  • Implemented best practices in lab procedures to minimize risks associated with handling potentially infectious materials or chemicals.
  • Contributed to team success by offering proactive support and assistance in areas of need, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Collaborated with fellow laboratory aides to ensure efficient distribution of tasks and workload balance.
  • Handled sensitive patient information with discretion, upholding strict confidentiality standards at all times.
  • Streamlined sample processing by effectively sorting, labeling, and storing specimens as per established protocols.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements such as OSHA regulations through consistent practice adherence and timely reporting.
  • Coordinated with other departments for seamless transfer of samples and data sharing across teams.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
  • Properly labeled specimens to help each be easily identifiable by lab staff.
  • Assisted in training new laboratory aides, fostering a supportive work environment that facilitated learning and skill development.
  • Disposed of hazardous specimens in proper containers.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.

Teller & Banking Representative

Valley National Bank Corp
01.2002 - 01.2019
  • Utilized customer service skills to assist personal and commercial customers with cashing checks, deposits, withdrawals, and payments processing. Carried out several routine tasks, such as delivering best-in-class customer service, operating money counters, as well as balancing/replenishing ATM and coin counter. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of banking products/services, while referring and selling monetary instruments to clients. Avoided misuse of information and data breaches by strictly following financial and customer data guidelines. Complied with regulatory, financial services security, and audit procedures for seamless operations. Participated in training sessions/workshops to enhance banking products and services knowledge.
  • Performed responsibilities above and beyond job description by supervising teller line in the absence of head teller.
  • Replenished and shipped branch vault cash and coin to maintain branch cash limits.
  • Identified the need to improve new teller staff skills and conducted training sessions to enhance performance.
  • Accepted additional shifts during holidays and busy periods to overcome staff shortages.
  • Additional Experience: Teller & Banking Representative at Bank of New York | Sales Associate at Sterns Paramus

Education

Medical Billing and Coding

Dover Business College
Paramus, NJ

High School Diploma -

Dwight Morrow High School
Englewood, NJ
06.1997

Skills

  • Sterilization & Disinfection
  • Health & Safety Compliance
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Laboratory Operations Management
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Policies & Procedure Implementation
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Quality Assurance
  • Cross-functional Collaboration

Timeline

Laboratory Assistant

Talent Burst (Quest Diagnostics)
06.2021 - 09.2021

Laboratory Aide

Adecco Group (Bioreference Labratories)
01.2021 - 06.2021

Laboratory aide

Bio reference Laboratory
01.2021 - Current

Teller & Banking Representative

Valley National Bank Corp
01.2002 - 01.2019

Medical Billing and Coding

Dover Business College

High School Diploma -

Dwight Morrow High School

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