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NEVGUL LAVERIE

Staten Island

Summary

Seasoned Medical Laboratory Leader with over 40 years of progressive experience across hospital, academic, and private settings. Proven track record in overseeing high-complexity laboratories, driving operational efficiency, maintaining full regulatory compliance, and improving diagnostic turnaround times. Adept in strategic leadership, staff development, quality management systems, and implementing advanced methodologies such as LC-MS. Known for delivering measurable improvements in quality, safety, and laboratory performance through evidence-based initiatives.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
3975
3975
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

QA Operations & Hematology Manager

NYC Health + Hospitals – Kings County
Brooklyn
05.2024 - 07.2025
  • Direct and oversee all hematology lab operations in a high-volume hospital processing 25,000+ monthly tests, ensuring 99% accuracy and efficiency.
  • Revamped QA protocols in alignment with CLIA, CAP, NYSDOH, and Joint Commission standards, reducing audit citations by 40% in the first year.
  • Launched real-time compliance dashboards and led corrective action training, improving inspection readiness and internal audit pass rates by 100%.
  • Streamlined interdisciplinary communication workflows, reducing lab result delays by 42% and improving physician satisfaction scores by 18%.
  • Led team meetings to discuss project updates and address challenges.
  • Managed project timelines to ensure efficient task completion.

Director of Laboratory Services

Orlin & Cohen / Northwell Health
Staten Island
12.2019 - 05.2024
  • Led strategic oversight for two toxicology labs, scaling operations to support a 65% growth in diagnostic volume, while maintaining compliance standards.
  • Designed and opened a new CLIA-certified lab within 10 weeks, implementing HPLC testing platforms that broadened the test menu and boosted revenue.
  • Reduced departmental operating costs by $310K annually through inventory automation and renegotiated supplier contracts, maintaining optimal service quality.
  • Achieved zero-deficiency CAP inspection results, and sustained full compliance with CLIA, NYSDOH, and Joint Commission standards throughout tenure.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Negotiated agreements with external partners such as contractors or consultants.

General/Technical Lab Supervisor

Healthcare Associates in Medicine PC
Staten Island
06.2013 - 12.2019
  • Supervised lab operations supporting 12+ specialties; integrated AB Sciex QTrap 4500 LC-MS systems, increasing toxicology accuracy and scope.
  • Conducted peer training and proficiency assessments, enhancing regulatory readiness and maintaining zero deficiencies during inspections.
  • Led LIS transition to Epic, streamlining test ordering and result reporting while maintaining 98% uptime across lab operations.
  • Reduced turnaround time by 22% through SOP standardization and real-time result monitoring with medical staff.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address testing concerns.
  • Maintained accurate records of data collected during experiments.
  • Performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment as needed.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to laboratory staff on a variety of techniques including chromatography, mass spectrometry, microscopy, imaging analysis.
  • Established relationships with vendors, suppliers in order to secure competitive pricing on necessary equipment, supplies.

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Quality Labs
Brooklyn
09.2011 - 11.2012
  • Performed high-volume chemistry and immunology tests with advanced instrumentation, maintaining >99.5% QC pass rate.
  • Led proficiency testing initiatives, enabling a 100% compliance rating from CAP and DOH for two consecutive years.
  • Spearheaded preventative maintenance programs, eliminating instrument downtime during critical shifts.
  • Cross-trained junior technologists, improving department-wide workflow resilience and flexibility.

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Empire City Labs
Brooklyn
03.2011 - 09.2011
  • Operated immunoassay and blood gas analyzers under tight deadlines, achieving 100% on-time reporting for STAT cases.
  • Maintained QC logs, calibration schedules, and troubleshooting documentation with zero audit deficiencies.
  • Participated in new analyzer validations, contributing to faster diagnostic workflows.
  • Trained on manual and automated testing protocols to ensure versatile coverage during multi-shift operations.

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Brighton Medical Group
Brooklyn
02.2007 - 12.2010
  • Operated chemistry, CBC, and infectious disease analyzers, ensuring adherence to daily QC and proficiency testing protocols.
  • Supported a 5-physician clinic with over 150 patients per day, improving result turnaround with efficient batching workflows.
  • Calibrated and maintained Access and Cobas Mira systems to ensure uninterrupted service.
  • Reported critical values directly to physicians and documented follow-ups for improved patient care coordination.

Medical Technologist

Turkish Diabetes Hospital
Istanbul
09.1990 - 12.1994
  • Performed high-complexity manual hematology and chemistry tests, with full sample lifecycle responsibility.
  • Developed sample tracking protocols, reducing mislabeling incidents by 90%.
  • Assisted with diagnostic services for over 200 diabetic patients per week.
  • Maintained high safety and biohazard compliance while supporting early automation transitions.

Research Assistant / Clinical Laboratory Technolog

Guy’s Hospital, University of London
London
06.1988 - 10.1990
  • Participated in multinational metabolic research using immunoturbidimetric and RIA methods, aiding assay development.
  • Operated Cobas Fara and Mira analyzers to support automated testing projects in endocrinology.
  • Contributed to peer-reviewed research through precise data logging and assay calibration.
  • Gained hands-on expertise in diverse diagnostic methodologies under academic guidance.

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Cerrahpaşa Medical School Hospital
Istanbul
06.1984 - 10.1988
  • Managed central lab functions, including blood chemistry and diabetes testing, for a high-volume university hospital.
  • Provided technical support and guidance for new technologists and students.
  • Maintained paper-based reporting systems, and transitioned to early semi-automated processes.
  • Supported cross-disciplinary diagnostic collaboration with metabolic research teams.

Education

Advanced Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science

Barnet College, University of London
London, United Kingdom

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Istanbul University – Medical Laboratory School
Istanbul, Turkey

Skills

  • Regulatory standards compliance oversight
  • Complex diagnostic method execution
  • Analytical instrumentation calibration mastery
  • Process quality improvement strategy
  • Resource allocation, budget control
  • System workflow optimization development
  • Personnel training, leadership, guidance
  • Audit preparation, risk mitigation
  • Specimen integrity data accuracy
  • Interdisciplinary clinical collaboration
  • Quality assurance
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Vendor management
  • Stakeholder management

Certification

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist, New York State (#016136)

Education and Training

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Personal Information

Timeline

QA Operations & Hematology Manager

NYC Health + Hospitals – Kings County
05.2024 - 07.2025

Director of Laboratory Services

Orlin & Cohen / Northwell Health
12.2019 - 05.2024

General/Technical Lab Supervisor

Healthcare Associates in Medicine PC
06.2013 - 12.2019

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Quality Labs
09.2011 - 11.2012

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Empire City Labs
03.2011 - 09.2011

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Brighton Medical Group
02.2007 - 12.2010

Medical Technologist

Turkish Diabetes Hospital
09.1990 - 12.1994

Research Assistant / Clinical Laboratory Technolog

Guy’s Hospital, University of London
06.1988 - 10.1990

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Cerrahpaşa Medical School Hospital
06.1984 - 10.1988

Advanced Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science

Barnet College, University of London

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Istanbul University – Medical Laboratory School

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