Yamina Carattini
Miami,FL
Summary
Results-driven laboratory leader and HCLD (ABB) candidate with remarkable planning, problem-solving and project management abilities. Resourceful and proactive with a focus on improving and streamlining all areas of operations to maximize lab effectiveness. Strong scientific background in all areas of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, with specialization in molecular diagnostic techniques. Looking for a growth-oriented position in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor, Laboratory Services
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
07.2021 - Current
- Supervise the performance of technologists, review of preliminary test results, monitor the recording and distribution of finalized reports, initiate deviation report investigations, and implement corrective actions
- Assists technical personnel in the resolution of test result discrepancies and performance of proficiency test exercises
- Manage the purchase, requisition, and maintenance of the laboratory stock of supplies
- Oversee the orientation, training, and evaluation of competency for current and new laboratory testing personnel
- Management and scheduling of clinical laboratory personnel
- Perform occasional technical and experimental functions for activities related to the laboratory's quality assurance, program, licensure, or certification
- Selection, interview, hire, evaluate, counsel, and discipline direct reports
- Develop departmental policies and evaluate workflows for identification and execution of process improvement measures
- Collaborate with laboratory management in the education of medical students and allied technical personnel through specialized studies, scientific committees, and collaborative research
- Establish and continuously assess the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University of Miami policies and procedures
- Ensure employees are trained in controls within their function and in University of Miami policies and procedures
- Financial assessment of laboratory performance, and preparation of fiscal year financial reconciliation and reports
- Establish and implement platforms to improve the laboratory's on-line visibility (website) and internal project management capabilities (iLab) with the aim of promoting the overall success of the laboratory
- Molecular assay development, optimization, and validation.
Medical Technologist 2
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Validate and implement various molecular techniques for the detection and diagnosis of COVID-19 by PCR-based assays
- Develop SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) related to COVID-19 diagnostic laboratory tests
- Oversee performance of other medical technologists
- Assign and oversee timely completion of CAP surveys
- Ensure maintenance of laboratory logs and calibration and quality control records
- Perform daily and weekly laboratory equipment maintenance
- Perform specimen testing for PCR-based diagnosis of COVID-19
- Including but not limited to, manual tests, controls, calibrations, correlations, linearity, and validation of laboratory testing and equipment
- Perform mandated CAP surveys
- Serve as liaison between laboratory and physicians to ensure customer satisfaction.
Medical Technologist 2
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Verify identification of specimen with physicians' orders, prepare specimen for testing, and handle all specimen in a safe and careful manner
- Analyze results of testing and interpret abnormal or unusual results
- Researches and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers all data and testing results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out
- Calibrate equipment, order laboratory supplies and maintain inventory of relevant forms and materials
- Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action while supporting laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems
- Administer quality-control tests, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording
- Assumes lead duties and acts as a resource to staff
- Orient and train employees in laboratory techniques and operations
- Adhere and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of patient test results
- Demonstrate the ability to coordinate and prioritize simultaneous series of tests with complete accuracy, i.e., when working in Chemistry and Hematology
- Appropriately prioritize all STAT work
- Responsible for checking and finalizing all pending work before the end of the shift
- Maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
- Check packing slips, verify number of items received, document, and provide supporting documentation to supervisor/designee
- Perform daily, weekly, and periodic maintenance as scheduled and properly documented
- Maintain adequate inventory levels as per protocol
- Rotate previous stock as indicated by SOP (Standard Operating Procedures)
- Responsible for the adequate operation of laboratory equipment including instrument troubleshooting and problem resolution
- Work on projects assigned by Supervisor/Manager
- Adheres to all Administration, Environment of Care, CHP, Safety, Infection Control and Laboratory policies and procedures.
Research Associate 2
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Dr. Maria E. Figueroa, the research focus involved two projects related to resistance to DAC (Decitabine) treatment in patients diagnosed with CMML (Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia)
- Design and optimization of targeted PCR assays
- DNA and RNA extraction, tissue culture, and various functional assays involving multiple cancer cell lines, as well as HSPCs (hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells)
- Protocol development and optimization
- Statistical analysis and presentations of experimental results
- Various molecular assays including ELISA (Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay), restriction enzyme digestion, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and Illumina library preparation for Methylationspecific NGS (Next Generation Sequencing).
Medical Technologist 2
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Oversee performance of other medical technologists
- Assign and oversee timely completion of CAP surveys
- Ensure maintenance of laboratory logs and calibration and quality control records
- Perform daily and weekly laboratory equipment maintenance
- Perform specimen testing in the areas of urinalysis, chemistry, tumor markers, hematology, and coagulation
- Including but not limited to, manual tests, controls, calibrations, correlations, linearity, and validation of laboratory testing and equipment
- Perform mandated CAP surveys
- Assist physician in bone marrow biopsy collections
- Serve as liaison between laboratory and physicians to ensure customer satisfaction.
Medical Technologist 1
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Perform specimen testing in the areas of urinalysis, chemistry, tumor markers, hematology, and coagulation
- Including but not limited to, manual tests, controls, calibrations, and analyzer correlations
- Perform mandated CAP surveys
- Perform daily and weekly laboratory equipment maintenance
- Assist physician in bone marrow biopsy collections
- Serve as liaison between laboratory and physicians to ensure customer satisfaction.
Education
Executive PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) -
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
Miami, FL06.2022
Masters in Clinical Laboratory Science (MCLS) -
University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX12.2016
Bachelors in Clinical Laboratory Science (BCLS) -
Barry University
Miami Shores, FL05.2012
Skills
- Process Improvement
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Strategic Planning
- Training and Mentoring
- Process Analysis and Improvement
- Molecular Techniques
- Data Analysis
- Method Development
- Clinical Assay Validation
- Molecular Assay Development
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Laboratory Supervisor (FLDOH)
- Certified Medical Technologist (AMT)
- Candidate for HCLD (ABB) Licensure
Communication Skills
English, Spanish, Microsoft Office Suite, GraphPad Prism, Project Planning platforms, familiarity with genome databases and analysis tools.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
References
Provided upon request.
Publications
- Combined Use of RT-qPCR and NGS for Identification and Surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 Variants of Concern in Residual Clinical Laboratory Samples in Miami-Dade County, Florida, Viruses, 15, 3, 593, 2023, Carattini, Y. L., Griswold, A., Williams, S., Valiathan, R., Zhou, Y., Shukla, B., ..., Andrews, D. M.
- Geospatially resolved public-health surveillance via wastewater sequencing, medRxiv, 2023, Tierney, B. T., Foox, J., Ryon, K., Butler, D., Damle, N., Young, B. G., ..., Mason, C. E.
- Characterization of Emerging Variants of SARS-CoV-2 and the Progressive Disappearance of the Parental Wuhan Strain, Doctoral dissertation, University of Miami, 2022, Carattini, Y. L.
- Rapid reinfection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 confirmed with sequencing in a solid organ transplant recipient, Transplant Infectious Disease, 24, 3, Natori, Y., Andrews, D., Guerra, G.
- SARS-CoV-2 and variant diagnostic testing approaches in the United States, Viruses, 13, 12, 2492, 2021, Thomas, E., Delabat, S., Carattini, Y. L., ..., Andrews, D. M.
- Early Detection of Myelodysplastic Syndromes: Maximizing the Utility of Automated Hematology, Blood, 128, 22, 5527, 2016, Carattini, Y. L., Bradley, T., Vargas, F., ..., Swords, R. T.
Timeline
Supervisor, Laboratory Services
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
07.2021 - Current
Medical Technologist 2
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
11.2020 - 07.2021
Medical Technologist 2
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
12.2019 - 11.2020
Research Associate 2
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
06.2017 - 07.2019
Medical Technologist 2
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
08.2016 - 06.2017
Medical Technologist 1
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
06.2013 - 08.2016
Executive PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) -
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
Masters in Clinical Laboratory Science (MCLS) -
University of Texas Medical Branch
Bachelors in Clinical Laboratory Science (BCLS) -
Barry University
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