Naima Kim
New York,NY
Summary
Healthcare professional with proven track record in patient safety and care. Experienced in maintaining vigilant oversight of patient activities and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Known for strong team collaboration and consistently achieving high standards in patient care, with key skills in observation and crisis management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Cytologist
New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
11.2009 - Current
- Conduct thorough reviews of complex cases, consulting with colleagues for second opinions when necessary to ensure accurate diagnoses.
- Collaborate with pathologists to confirm diagnoses and facilitate timely patient care decisions based on accurate test results.
- Participate in continuing education opportunities to stay abreast of developments in cytology best practices and emerging technologies for laboratory use.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards by meticulously following guidelines set forth by governing bodies such as CAP and CLIA.
- Improve diagnostic accuracy by employing advanced cytology techniques and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the field.
- Responsible for collecting, researching, organizing, and reporting AFB/ granuloma cases to NYP Epidemiology Department & NYC DOH
- Serve as a liaison between the cytology department and other healthcare professionals, facilitating effective communication regarding patient cases.
- Mentor and train junior cytologists including rotating residents and fellows, providing guidance on best practices in specimen handling, staining, and interpretation.
- Assisted in the implementation of new testing methodologies, contributing to an expansion of laboratory services offered to clients.
- Foster lab safety and protected team members by following established protocols and reporting safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
Laboratory Safety Committee Member
New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
06.2018 - Current
- Initiate and brainstorm quality improvement measures with focus on both the quality and safety of the Cytology Laboratory
- Work alongside cross-functional teams to foster a safer working environment
- Collaborate with lab supervisor and staff to identify workplace hazards and develop effective safety protocols in accordance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory guidelines
- Conduct safety audits to identify potential hazards, ensuring proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials
- Participate in monthly Safety Committee meetings ensuring ongoing review of company-wide safety initiatives.
- Collaborate with management to develop and enforce safety policies, promoting a culture of workplace safety.
- Assist in maintaining company compliance with OSHA standards by staying current on industry best practices and regulatory updates.
- Educate employees on safe work practices, decreasing the frequency of workplace accidents.
Education
Postbaccalaureate Certificate - Cytology
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Albany, NYBachelor of Science - Biology Major
Siena College
Loudonville, NYPre-Apprenticeship Training Certificate of Achievement -
Non Traditional Employment for Women (NEW)
New York, NYSkills
- Laboratory Quality Assurance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Diagnostic accuracy
- Adaptability and dependability
- Critical thinking aptitude
- Continuing education commitment
- Gynecologic cytology proficiency
- Immunocytochemistry knowledge
- Deadline adherence
- Attention to detail
- Recordkeeping and confidentiality
- Empathy and patience
Honors|Awards|Presentations
- Gold and two-time Bronze Award recipient, New York Presbyterian Hospital, 03/01/17
- Poster presentation, American Society of Cytopathology National Conference, Baltimore, MD, 11/01/11
- Falcon Award recipient, New York Presbyterian Hospital, 01/01/11
- Franciscan Community Scholarship, Siena College
Research|Publication
- Research, Drs. Rana Hoda, Andrew Schreiner, NY Presbyterian - Weill Cornell, New York, NY, Reviewed slides in study and noted cytologic morphology in order to classify cervical/ uterine polyps in a Pap smear
- ThinPrep Slides Prepared on Surgical Pathology Benchtop as an Aid in Cytopathology Education, Naima Kim, Anna-Sophie Rich, Syed Hoda, Rana Hoda, Journal of the American Society of Cytopathology, 1, 1, 2012, S14, 2213-2945, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jasc.2012.08.023, https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213294512000245
Licensure|Certifications|Registration
- Licensed Cytologist, New York State Education Department, 000682-1, 8947051
- Cytologist Registration, State of New York Department of Health, 1KIM002
- ASCP Certified, American Society of Clinical Pathology
- Active member, American Society of Cytopathology
- Certificate of Fitness, FDNY, C14
- OSHA 10-hour, 12-006212958
Timeline
Laboratory Safety Committee Member
New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
06.2018 - Current
Senior Cytologist
New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
11.2009 - Current
Pre-Apprenticeship Training Certificate of Achievement -
Non Traditional Employment for Women (NEW)
Postbaccalaureate Certificate - Cytology
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Biology Major
Siena College
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