Deryk Smith
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Highly motivated and adaptable individual proficient in learning new concepts. Successful in working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment. Has experience in manufacturing/aseptic processing, deviation investigation, and technical writing. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Seeking to advance and grow professionally, and personally, through adequate field experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Aseptic Processing Technician
Iovance Biotherapeutics
12.2022 - Current
- Proficiently carried out procedures for cell culture and associated downstream processing to achieve a consistent, error-free production of raw material.
- Complied with quality standards and safety guidelines to produce each lot and accurately complete batch records, forms, and documentation.
- Performed materials stocking, kit preparation, reagent preparation, cleaning activities, and equipment maintenance
- Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement in the processing system.
- Assisted with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives and quality improvement, safety and environmental and infection control standards.
- Decontaminated and sterilized instruments, medical supplies and equipment.
- Assisted in interviewing/hiring and the development of new processing technicians, contributing to the creation of a skilled and cohesive workforce capable of meeting organizational objectives.
- Improved employee morale through effective communication strategies that fostered a sense of camaraderie among team members working towards common goals.
- Performed routine inspections of incoming raw materials, ensuring they met established quality standards before being utilized within production cycles.
- Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing processing equipment settings and workflow.
- Revised and reviewed technical documents, including the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Investigated manufacturing deviations to determine root cause and implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence and/or track trends.
- Performed root cause analysis to resolve recurring process deviations, leading to sustainable solutions being implemented.
Virtual Medical Scribe
Aquity Solutions
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Connected through Fluency for Scribing to listen in on healthcare visits to transcribe patient history, exam findings, consultations, labs, X-rays, and other evaluations provided by the provider into medical records
- Completed specialty training in Ophthalmology and Obstetrics/ Gynecology
- Provided advanced support to providers, including documenting phone calls, placing orders, etc
Bartender
Senunas' Bar and Grill
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Mixed, garnished, and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to company and customer specifications
- Developed trusting and long-term relationships with customers through effective communication skills prioritizing and customizing their experience
- Created a team environment amongst employees by assisting co-workers with tasks and maintaining effective communication
- When closing, counted the revenue at the end each shift and left a sales report for the owners of Senunas' Bar and Grill
Scribe
ScribeAmerica
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Outside contractor for Geisinger Emergency Department at two locations: Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center and Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre
- Accompanied health care providers in examination rooms to transcribe patient history, physical exam findings, consultations, labs, X-rays, and other evaluations provided by the provider into medical records
- Provided advanced support to providers, including documenting phone calls, alerting the physician when labs/radiology reports are complete, grabbing faxes, etc
Education
Doctorate of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Saint John Fisher College
Rochester, NY05.2027
Bachelor of Science - Biology
King's College
05.2022
Skills
- Batch Processing
- Safety Protocols
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Process Optimization
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Good Documentation Practices
- Sterile Processing
- Technical Writing
Leadership Experience
- Summer Orientation Guide, 07/2019, Welcomed incoming first-year students and provided tours around the campus providing insight on classes and Resident Life.
- Resident Assistant, 03/2019 - 05/2022, Provided advising to 50+ undergraduate students per year to ensure safety and enjoyment within the community., Managed administrative tasks including room condition reports, maintenance requests, incident reports, and room change processes while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism., Resolved issues on diversity, alcohol, drug abuse, relationships, academic performance, and social acceptance.
- MIC (Multicultural International Club) Public Relations, 08/2019 - 05/2022, Maintained MIC social media pages and promoted events and fundraisers., Created flyers for all events and fundraisers and coordinated with other team members for distribution.
- Residence Life Student Government Liaison, 09/2020 - 05/2022, Met with Residence Life's head coordinator biweekly and attended Student Government meetings to report current Resident Life events and/or important updates.
Activities
- Sigma Kappa Tau (∑KT Sorority)
- Biology Club
- Multicultural International Club (MIC)
- Black Student Union (BSU)
- CPR Certified
Volunteer Experience
- Salvation Army
- Ruth's Place Women's Shelter
- X-Treme Jump Zone
Timeline
Aseptic Processing Technician
Iovance Biotherapeutics
12.2022 - Current
Virtual Medical Scribe
Aquity Solutions
06.2022 - 12.2022
Bartender
Senunas' Bar and Grill
02.2021 - 06.2022
Scribe
ScribeAmerica
02.2021 - 09.2021
Doctorate of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Saint John Fisher College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
King's College