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Kayla Fallon

Houston,TX

Summary

Healthcare professional with experience in digital pathology and AI-driven histopathology workflows. Skilled in specimen handling, case tracking, quality assurance, and workflow improvement in a regulated healthcare environment. Background in healthcare disparities, patient advocacy, and scientific communication. I'm interested in work that connects healthcare systems to patient care and outcomes, and I'm seeking to transition into a Clinical Research Coordinator role.

Overview

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1
Certification
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2
years of professional experience

Work History

Lab Operations Associate

Valar Labs
Houston, TX
08.2025 - Current

Coordinated pathology specimen retrieval and case workflows for AI-powered cancer diagnostic testing.

  • Communicated with hospitals, labs, nurses, and clinical teams to obtain tissue samples, consent forms, and case information
  • Accessioned specimens and operated the Leica Aperio GT450 digital slide scanner for digital imaging and review
  • Tracked case progression to ensure timely pathologist review and report delivery
  • Maintained SOP compliance, documentation accuracy, and case tracking records
  • Assisted with digital slide validation studies to support laboratory quality and workflow processes
  • Lab achieved CAP accreditation with zero deficiencies during tenure

Operations Lead

PicklePoint Katy LLC
Katy, TX
09.2024 - 08.2025

Oversaw daily operations at a community-oriented Pickleball facility, effectively managing court scheduling, staff training and coordination, and guest services.

  • Took ownership of back-end processes by streamlining communication with new members and guests, collecting necessary information, and ensuring smooth onboarding
  • Supported successful events, maintained organized inventory systems, and contributed to marketing efforts that helped grow membership and increase program participation

Education

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Disparities, Diversity & Advocacy

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center SHP
Houston, TX
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies - Sociology

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
05-2023

Skills

  • Workflow Coordination
  • Documentation Management
  • Specimen Handling
  • Data Tracking
  • Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Health Equity & Advocacy

Certification

  • Human Subject Protection Training (2024)
  • Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training - In Progress

Timeline

Lab Operations Associate

Valar Labs
08.2025 - Current

Operations Lead

PicklePoint Katy LLC
09.2024 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Disparities, Diversity & Advocacy

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center SHP

Associate of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies - Sociology

Houston Community College