- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women
- Advocacy Campaigns
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Volunteer Work
Sherilyn P. Bell
Avondale Estates,GA
Summary
A critical thinking, reliable and detail oriented professional with extensive experience in Clinical Research and Public Health with five years in Stem Cell Clinical Trials as a Certified Medical Technologist and Laboratory Management for Clinical Trials. Goal-oriented with expertise in high complexity testing and phlebotomy. Highly knowledgeable in ICH/GCP, CLIA and OSHA guidelines, and regulatory compliance with in-depth knowledge of protocol requirements and clinical practices. Strong site management and monitoring abilities with excellent medical terminology skills. Demonstrated success in staff management and training. Team leader and motivator with excellent communications and interpersonal abilities to build rapport with staff and management; plus liaison with other disciplines.
Personable and empathetic with natural ability to connect with people and build trust. Possesses knowledge of patient advocacy, care coordination, and healthcare systems, combined with skills in communication and problem-solving. Aiming to make positive impact on patient outcomes and overall healthcare experience.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Auditor for Patient Service Centers
Laboratory Corporation of America
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Performed audits of 41 Patient Service Centers
- Traveled to 41 sites throughout Georgia
- Conducted thorough audits to ensure PSC's were in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Prepared detailed audit reports for enhanced transparency and accountability.
- Oversaw supplies, documentation of signatures, dates, times
- Trained in CPR and conducted classes
- Managed and prepared reports
- Enhanced internal controls with recommendations for process improvements.
- Identified potential areas of risk, providing management with actionable insights.
- Presented audit findings to management, recommending corrective actions.
- Executed audits within scheduled timelines, ensuring timely reporting.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
Medical Technologist / Lead Viral Load Technologist
Public Health Laboratory
05.2000 - 09.2013
- Responsible for infectious disease testing on HIV patients using PCR methodology; review, monitor and report of high complexity test results; interpretation of proficiency testing and CAP surveys, plus record maintenance in compliance with CLIA regulations
- Perform correlation and comparison studies on all equipment
- Staff training and development
- Trained on and responsible for operating and troubleshooting Abbott M2000sp and RT, Bayer340, Qiagen Bio-Robot and Cobas machine, trained staff on operation of automated testing equipment
- Performed correlation and comparison studies for all equipment, responsible for performing proficiency testing and CAP surveys, maintaining records to ensure all work performed is in compliance with CLIA regulations
- Knowledge of laboratory regulations and safety standards, ensure that all testing is in compliance with CLIA regulation, work closely with technical support to troubleshoot and upgrade equipment
- Selected to travel for evaluation and training on all equipment used for HIV Viral Load testing
- Conducted diagnostic tests for accurate patient results, ensuring high standards of laboratory operations.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing new testing protocols and procedures.
- Analyzed samples and delivered precise data to aid in medical diagnoses.
- Improved testing accuracy by maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment regularly.
- Managed laboratory inventory to ensure availability of necessary supplies and reagents.
- Enhanced laboratory safety by adhering to strict protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new staff members, fostering knowledgeable and efficient team.
- Provided technical expertise to resolve complex laboratory issues and challenges.
- Improved patient outcomes with accurate and timely test results.
- Maintained detailed records of laboratory procedures and test results for future reference.
- Contributed to overall success of laboratory by maintaining positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering positive learning environment for skill development.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing specimens and maintaining optimal instrument performance.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Upheld regulatory compliance by adhering to all relevant laws, guidelines, policies, and procedures related to medical laboratory practice.
- Participated in evaluation of new laboratory techniques, products and instruments.
- Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using Medi-Tech software for storage and retrieval.
Laboratory Manager / Medical Technologist at Cancer Treatment Center
Response Technologies, Inc.
10.1991 - 09.1996
- Responsible for Cryopreservation, labeling and storage of stem cells
- Processed blood and components, monitored inventory
- Performed high complexity testing, ABO-RH testing, antibody screens, CBCD, WBC viability counts on stem cells; plus urinalysis, aerobic/anaerobic blood collections; interpretation, analysis, labeling and reporting of results ensuring accuracy and documentation according to protocol guidelines and SOPs
- Liaison between regulatory agencies during inspections and American Red Cross, reporting discrepancies and corrective procedures; regular interaction with members of clinical trials, doctors, patients and families
- Management of initial set up of laboratory, purchase of supplies, vendor contracts; staff supervision, training and scheduling
- Development of autologous and directed blood donor program; performed phlebotomies
- Calibration and quality control of equipment, reagents and samples
- Performed CAP proficiency testing ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, record maintenance for inspections by FDA, CLIA, state and OSHA
- Managed laboratory staff for optimal workflow and productivity.
- Managed complex projects, ensuring timely completion and delivery.
- Spearheaded laboratory audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted quality assurance tests to maintain high standards of results.
- Facilitated communication with external partners, strengthening research collaborations.
- Actively participated in professional conferences and workshops, sharing laboratory best practices and fostering culture of continuous improvement.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by overseeing daily operations and ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Managed inventory and procurement to ensure availability of necessary lab supplies.
- Increased accuracy of results with implementation of quality control measures.
Health Care Advocate
Lymphedema Advocacy Group
06.2014 - Current
- Lobbied in DC for passage of Lymphedema Treatment Act
- Set up appointments, met with Senators and constituents to speak about LTA HR3877
- On Board of Lymphedema Advocacy Group
- Established strong relationships with community organizations, expanding the network of support available to patients in need.
Education
Certificate - Clinical Research
Gwinnett Technical College
Gwinnett, Georgia06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA06.1976
Certificate of Medical Technology Studies - Medical Technology
Philadelphia General Hospital School of Med. Tech
Philadelphia, PA01-1972
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Clinical Research
- Project Management
- Medical Terminology
- Laboratory Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- High Complexity Testing
- Phlebotomy
- CLIA
- OSHA
- Staff Training
Accomplishments
- Achieved passage of a bill providing services for patients with Lymphedema.
Affiliations
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sority Inc.
Certification
Medical Technologist
Clinical Research
Interests
Timeline
Auditor for Patient Service Centers
Laboratory Corporation of America
08.2016 - 09.2019
Health Care Advocate
Lymphedema Advocacy Group
06.2014 - Current
Medical Technologist / Lead Viral Load Technologist
Public Health Laboratory
05.2000 - 09.2013
Laboratory Manager / Medical Technologist at Cancer Treatment Center
Response Technologies, Inc.
10.1991 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Temple University
Certificate - Clinical Research
Gwinnett Technical College
Certificate of Medical Technology Studies - Medical Technology
Philadelphia General Hospital School of Med. Tech
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