Emely Ventura Pena
Bronx
Summary
Hardworking Clinical Laboratory Scientist bringing 8 months of expertise in microbiology, chemistry, hematology, blood bank, serology and immunology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.
Qualified to take the ASCP and in the process of taking the test.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal
On call Council
11.2023 - Current
- Prepared asylum applications, work permits, and Temporary Protection Service applications
- Organized, reviewed, summarized and analyzed documents and records for cases
- Interviewed clients and retrieved delicate information from clients
- Identified suitable asylum and TPS cases for legal action
- Developed a strong capacity to deal with a variety of people in different situations
- Made part of the team of the Asylum Application Help Center Project that was awarded the American Bar Association’s Hudson Award2024
Intern
Jacobi Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Developed and implemented quality control system, significantly reducing errors in test results.
- Performed dipstick and microscopic analysis of urine specimens
- Handled and processed human specimens
- Microbiology Expertise: Assisted in testing culture media, stains, and prepared and examined slide preparations for the detection of microbial agents. Proficient in gram staining and plating media for routine bacteriology.
- Maldi Tof instrument operation: experience on prepping plates for instrument and performing QC.
- Hematology Expertise: Manual differential counts to asses blood cell types. SICKLEDEX testing; proficient in detecting the presence of sickling hemoglobin in human blood samples.
- Chemistry Expertise: Osmo1; performed QC efficiently. Experience with Cobas e 801, Cobas e 602, and TEG 6 S Hemostasis analyzer system.
- Blood bank Expertise: Antibody screening, Manual cross matching, Indirect Anti-globulin Testing, Direct Anti-globulin Testing, Reading Panels.
- Performed clinical laboratory tests pertinent to blood bank, hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, serology, microbiology and immunology.
Treatment Coordinator
Diamond Braces
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Worked closely with patients throughout their dental procedures
- Maintained organized dental records
- Pleasantly greeted patients and managed phone calls
- Managed consultations to sell treatment, registered patients, and scheduled appointments
- Prepared patient chart
- Professionally verified appointment times with patients
Lash Artist
Aleisha Nailbar Salon
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Classic lash extensions
- Volume lash extensions
- Lash Lifts
Undergraduate Teacher's Assistant
Mercy College
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Volunteer
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Contributed to efficient hospital operations by promptly responding to requests from medical professionals and administrative staff.
- Supported hospital staff by changing bedding and assisting with meals.
- Managed inventory of supplies for assigned unit, maintaining adequate stock levels for optimal patient care delivery.
Crew member
Lewis foods of23rd Street LLC & JHL Restaurant of Herald Square
07.2013 - 07.2013
- Maintained high standards of customer service during fast-paced operations
- Became proficient in a computer system for automated order taking
- Communicated clearly and positively with coworkers and management
- Assisted with cashier and cleaning operations
- Provided quality customer service
Education
Bachelors of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Mercy College
06-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Mercy College
06-2022
Certified Phlebotomist -
Institute of Career Continuity
07.2020
Skills
- Languages: Bilingual in Spanish
- Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)
- Ability to work under pressure
- Attention to detail
- Quality control management
- Customer service oriented
- Professional phone etiquette
- Database management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Case management
- Client communication
- Document drafting
- Legal research
Education
Dobbs Ferry, NY,Dobbs Ferry, NY
Contact
E-mail: Emely.v.pena@gmail.com
Cell: 646-966-2330
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Paralegal
On call Council
11.2023 - Current
Intern
Jacobi Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2023
Treatment Coordinator
Diamond Braces
01.2022 - 10.2022
Lash Artist
Aleisha Nailbar Salon
10.2020 - 01.2021
Undergraduate Teacher's Assistant
Mercy College
09.2018 - 12.2018
Volunteer
Montefiore Medical Center Moses Division
03.2016 - 08.2016
Crew member
Lewis foods of23rd Street LLC & JHL Restaurant of Herald Square
07.2013 - 07.2013
Certified Phlebotomist -
Institute of Career Continuity
Bachelors of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Mercy College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Mercy College
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