Jeff Novero
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Resourceful Problem-Solver skilled in managing challenges through organized strategies. Delivered results by leveraging technical expertise and effective communication. Committed to maintaining a full-time position that uses strong interpersonal skills, time management, and problem-solving capabilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Aurora Research Institute - Sonic Healthcare USA
Las Vegas, NV
02.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with Senior Project Managers to define specifications for study materials, ensuring project completion aligned with study protocols
- Identified and retrieved case materials from archives per project specifications, facilitating timely reviews by pathologists
- Processed and documented data for approved cases, contributing to project tracking and compliance with research standards
- Ensured quality standards were met through adherence to project-specific specifications
Hospital Pathology Lab Assistant
Sonic Healthcare LMC Pathology
Las Vegas, NV
03.2022 - 02.2026
- Assisted physicians and pathology director in daily operations, including renal biopsies and intra-operative procedures, by cutting and staining frozen section slides to consistently meet turnaround times.
- Retrieve and accession pathology specimens from OR, Endoscopy, Radiology with efficiency and deliver to appropriate departments for analysis.
- Presently be active in bone marrow biopsy procedures to ensure proper collection of samples and slides.
- Resolved complex cases to maintain turnaround times in line with quality standards.
- Streamlined retrieval and distribution of patient histories and pathology reports between laboratories and client offices to enhance diagnostic accuracy.
- Stocked necessary materials and maintained organization within pathology area. all materials and equipment used within pathology section of hospital.
Cytology Prep Technician
Sonic Healthcare LMC Pathology
Las Vegas, NV
03.2013 - 03.2022
- Assisted pathologists by providing clinical data and research findings, enhancing report accuracy.
- Prepared fluids for centrifugation and created slides for staining according to test requested
- Observed all defined lab protocols regarding specimen processing and collection, maintaining standards to promote accuracy and precision in results.
- Minimized errors throughout pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic processes.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain adequate stock for laboratory needs. to keep stock levels and databases updated.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Read manuals and manufacturer instructions to install and troubleshoot devices.
- Managed inventory levels and updated databases to ensure availability of essential lab supplies.
- Prepared fluids for centrifugation and created slides for staining according to test requested
Specimen Processor
Quest Diagnostics
Las Vegas, NV
04.2012 - 03.2013
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting the collection times to ensure accurate processing.
- Oversaw inventory and reordered supplies proactively to prevent shortages.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab to support accurate record-keeping and compliance.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Created a positive atmosphere by maintaining high energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced work setting.
Technical Operations/Lab Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
Las Vegas, NV
06.2007 - 04.2012
- Set up and maintained sterile conditions for lab equipment and tools to ensure reliable test results.
- Implemented lab procedures that reduced errors and enhanced staff safety.
- Implemented lab procedures to prevent errors and protect staff.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to ensure specimen purity and accuracy in testing.
- Contacted physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
- Facilitated collaboration among different lab departments across Hematology, Urinalysis, and Chemistry departments.
Education
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NVHigh School Diploma -
Mcarthur High School
Hollywood, FLSkills
Clinical data management
- Study protocols
- Laboratory Operations
- Quality assurance
- Laboratory results management
- Specimen handling
- Data processing
- Sample tracking
- Project coordination
- Laboratory safety
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
Teamwork and Collaboration
Multitasking Abilities
Written Communication
Interpersonal Communication
Decision Making
Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
Aurora Research Institute - Sonic Healthcare USA
02.2026 - Current
Hospital Pathology Lab Assistant
Sonic Healthcare LMC Pathology
03.2022 - 02.2026
Cytology Prep Technician
Sonic Healthcare LMC Pathology
03.2013 - 03.2022
Specimen Processor
Quest Diagnostics
04.2012 - 03.2013
Technical Operations/Lab Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
06.2007 - 04.2012
College of Southern Nevada
High School Diploma -
Mcarthur High School