Karen Ferrer
West Covina,CA
Summary
Experienced with transcription of detailed medical reports, particularly in pathology and cytology. Utilizes meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate and confidential documentation. Strong understanding of medical terminology and procedures, enabling efficient and precise transcription.
With a solid background at Emanate Health and other laboratories, I excel in specimen processing and describing surgical specimens' gross anatomy, showcasing my attention to detail and proficiency in tissue processing. Adept at multitasking and fostering teamwork, my role significantly enhanced laboratory efficiency and accuracy, embodying a strong work ethic and resourcefulness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pathology Transcriptionist/Secretary
Emanate Health
04.2024 - Current
- Transcribes dictation by pathologists and histology staff regarding the gross and microscopic descriptions and diagnoses of anatomic pathology specimens.
- Functions in a clerical capacity by answering phones, calling the physicians for abnormal results. faxing, filing, sending out consultation reports and/or slides including slides/block requests and other miscellaneous duties.
Pathology and Cytology Lead Technician
Biological Laboratory
10.2018 - 04.2024
- Responsible for receiving, preparing, and dissecting surgical specimens, documenting detailed observations like size, color, texture, consistency, and any visible abnormalities in a standardized gross description.
- Transcribes dictation by pathologists regarding the gross and microscopic descriptions and diagnoses of anatomic pathology specimens.
- Responsible for preparing cytology specimens (cell samples) gynecologic and non-gynecological samples; accessioning specimens, creating slides for microscopic examination, grossing samples, preparing smears and cell blocks, staining slides, and maintaining accurate documentation of all procedures.
- Entering cytology test results into the laboratory information system, answering phones, faxing, filing, and other miscellaneous duties.
Cytology Pathology Assistant
Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
07.2016 - 03.2024
- Receiving and verifying patient information on specimens, including proper labeling and accessioning into the laboratory system, opening and preparing cytology specimens, including gynecological (Pap smears) and non-gynecological samples, creating smears from specimens using specialized techniques and instruments like the ThinPrep, SurePath processor and ClearPrep method.
- Responsible for receiving, preparing, and dissecting surgical specimens, meticulously examining them to provide a detailed gross description for analysis by a pathologist, including measurements, color, texture, and any abnormalities, ultimately preparing the tissue for microscopic examination by creating tissue blocks for further processing; this role involves following strict protocols for patient identification and specimen handling while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Transcribes dictation by pathologists regarding the gross and microscopic descriptions and diagnoses of anatomic pathology specimens, ordering special and IHC stains, including calling, faxing, filing slides and reports.
- Documentation/entering and reporting Cytology test results in the laboratory information system.
- Coordinate daily workflow of tasks and activities, documented logs and statistics for the department for accurate records.
- Supported laboratory operations by managing supply inventory.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Mary Chiles College
Philippines04-1992
Skills
- Accurate in specimen accessioning and labeling, ability to describe gross anatomic features of surgical specimen, attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, proficiency in tissue processing, ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Wide vocabulary, strong comprehension, communication, spelling, grammar and a high level of concentration
- Able to type fast and accurate
- Able to multitask
- Teamwork orientation and strong work ethic
- Resourceful and reliable worker
- HIPAA compliance
- Training and mentoring
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pathology Transcriptionist/Secretary
Emanate Health
04.2024 - Current
Pathology and Cytology Lead Technician
Biological Laboratory
10.2018 - 04.2024
Cytology Pathology Assistant
Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
07.2016 - 03.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Mary Chiles College