Linda Lutgen
Fredonia,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Supervising Pathology Resource Specialist overseeing daily operations of a Nontransplant Anatomic Tissue bank. Skilled in training and supervising technicians, managing lab equipment and facilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, and coordinating multi-department projects to achieve shared research objectives. Focused on maintaining high standards in lab safety, quality control, and documentation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervising Pathology Resource Specialist
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Buffalo, NY
10.2020 - Current
- In charge of the daily operations of a Nontransplant Anatomic Tissue bank.
- Trains and supervises technicians in the collection, storage and distribution of peripheral blood, bone marrow and cord blood for use in medical research.
- Maintains equipment and facilities in good working order.
- Manages administrative aspects of laboratory such as billing and ordering supplies.
- Provides oversight for the development and documentation of an effective quality control program.
- Oversees in-depth laboratory inspections and contributed to favorable outcomes.
- Assists director with the maintenance of compliance with regulatory agency guidelines.
- Coordinates projects involving multiple departments to achieve shared objectives efficiently and effectively.
Pathology Resource Technician
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Buffalo, NY
08.2007 - 10.2024
- Responsible for the processing, storage, and distribution of peripheral blood hematopoietic progenitor cells , bone marrow, and umbilical cord blood for use in medical research.
- Followed established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Trained new technicians in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to the ongoing optimization of lab operations.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Maintained documentation on all samples.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY02-2016
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Medaille College
Buffalo, NY05-2002
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship Building
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Documentation And Reporting
- Project Management
- Laboratory Management
- Compliance Management
- Lab operations
- Quality control guidelines
- Lab Safety
Timeline
Supervising Pathology Resource Specialist
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
10.2020 - Current
Pathology Resource Technician
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
08.2007 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY Empire State College
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Medaille College