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Maria Cissell

Tempe,AZ

Summary

Detail-oriented allied healthcare worker with a strong commitment to advancing in pathology assistant school, specializing in forensic autopsies. Demonstrates a robust work ethic and adaptability, supported by a comprehensive education and research background. Proven ability to excel in fast-paced environments while providing direct patient care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Operation Specalists

Caris Life Sciences
Tempe, AZ
03.2025 - Current
  • Print and triage slides, and activate cases to the Molecular and Immunohistochemistry (IHC) departments for testing.
  • Operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, such as automated H&E and NFR stainers.
  • Facilitate the movement of cancer patient samples through laboratory testing.

Volunteer

Maricopa Medical Examiner
Phoenix, AZ
11.2024 - Current
  • Assisted forensic technicians and medical examiners during postmortem examinations, including evidence collection and fingerprinting.
  • Ensured the consistent availability of medical supplies and equipment for autopsies.

Specimen Collector

Precision Diagnostics
Tempe, AZ
04.2023 - Current
  • Identified potential substance abuse by analyzing metabolite test panels for prescribed medications and illicit substances.
  • Traveled to residential clinics across the West and Midwest regions.
  • Processed specimens using EHR systems for behavioral health, addiction treatment, and pain management clinics.
  • Resolved inconsistencies in datasets during data entry assignments.
  • Performed oral swabs to gather saliva samples and collected urine samples.

Molecular Technologist

Ten Healthcare
Fenton, MO
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Extracted COVID-19, UTI, URI, women's health, and wound samples with precision.
  • Ensured aseptic conditions during the use of laboratory instruments for bodily fluid analysis.
  • Determined viral and bacterial infection types and their antibiotic resistance, consistently meeting the 24-hour turnaround requirement.

Education

PSM of Science - Forensic Science

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR
05.2022

Skills

  • Experienced in Clinical Medication Management
  • Human Anatomy Knowledge
  • Fingerprint Identification
  • Versatile in Dynamic Environments
  • Certified in CPR
  • Evidence Gathering
  • Skilled in Forensic Pathology
  • Real-time PCR analysis
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Proficient in Virology
  • Expertise in EHR Systems

Accomplishments

  • National Honor Society Member.
  • Raised $500 for Children’s Miracle Network.

Timeline

Laboratory Operation Specalists

Caris Life Sciences
03.2025 - Current

Volunteer

Maricopa Medical Examiner
11.2024 - Current

Specimen Collector

Precision Diagnostics
04.2023 - Current

Molecular Technologist

Ten Healthcare
06.2022 - 12.2022

PSM of Science - Forensic Science

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Arkansas State University

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