Maricarmen Bermudez
North Bergen,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic, and effective communication skills. Thrived in leadership roles and excellent team player. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant, Cytology
BioReference Laboratories
Elmwood Park, NJ
02.2023 - Current
- Receive/open packages sent from doctor offices/hospitals ensuring all patient information is correct .
- Accession, register & process all NON GYN and fine needle aspiration specimens including generating labels, centrifuging, staining & cover slipping all slides in preparation for tech/pathologist review.
- Monitored inventory levels of reagents, supplies and equipment necessary for successful completion of cytology preparations.
- Assisted in the development of new methods for processing specimens as well as troubleshooting existing procedures when needed.
- Maintained temperature logs
- Participated in regular meetings with management team to discuss progress reports and findings.
- Prepared and sterilized laboratory equipment for daily use.
- Maintained safe work environment by wearing personal protective equipment.
- Adhered to laboratory requirements and enforced compliance with regulations.
Medical Records Team Lead/Laboratory Assistant
Labcorp Integrated Oncology
New York, NY
09.2008 - 02.2019
- Lead medical records administrator
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
- Supported the manager in developing plans for future projects, initiatives and objectives.
- Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures
- Scanning/archiving/disposal of all medical records
- Generated daily count sheets for Cytogenetic technicians
- Performed daily maintenance of reagents/supplies
- Performed all administrative duties for Cytogenetics team
Education
High School Diploma -
North Bergen High School
North Bergen, NJ06-1999
Skills
- Research and documentation
- Specimen preparation/processing
- Task Prioritization
- Team Leader
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Self Motivation
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-Solving
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant, Cytology
BioReference Laboratories
02.2023 - Current
Medical Records Team Lead/Laboratory Assistant
Labcorp Integrated Oncology
09.2008 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
North Bergen High School