Yileiska Sierra Salcedo
Bridgeport,CT
Summary
- Hard-working Specimen Processor Representative who maintains a high level of professionalism, patience, and efficiency to minimize customer dissatisfaction and increase customer loyalty. Proven ability to collect and manage information efficiently and accurately. To establish a challenging position that will identify and reward a hard worker, that is team oriented with excellent interpersonal skills, strong ethnic and a desire to continue learning.
- Experienced with cytological specimen preparation and processing, ensuring accurate and timely results. Utilizes microscopy skills to maintain high-quality standards in specimen analysis. Knowledge of lab protocols and staining techniques, contributing to effective team collaboration and diagnostic accuracy.
- Experienced scientist with strong background in cytology preparation and laboratory techniques. Skilled in specimen handling, slide preparation, and staining procedures, ensuring accurate and timely results. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs, consistently delivering reliable outcomes in high-pressure environments. Known for precision and reliability, bringing robust technical proficiency and results-driven mindset to every task.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cytology Prep Technician
Nuvance Danbury Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Increased accuracy of diagnostic results through meticulous slide preparation, staining, and labeling techniques.
- Optimized workflow management through careful scheduling of tasks based on priority level and urgency of analysis required.
- Established effective communication channels with medical staff, ensuring accurate patient information was relayed consistently.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to all legal guidelines surrounding the handling and processing of medical samples.
- Collaborated with pathologists and lab staff to streamline workflow processes and ensure timely delivery of test results.
- Streamlined data entry processes by updating patient records accurately, minimizing errors in reporting between departments.
- Improved sample processing efficiency by implementing standardized protocols and procedures for cytology preparation.
- Maintained high-quality performance standards by participating in ongoing educational opportunities relevant to cytology preparation techniques.
- Assisted in the development of new cytology prep procedures, leading to improved quality control standards within the lab.
- Fostered strong relationships with other healthcare professionals by providing clear explanations of complex concepts related to cytology testing procedures when necessary.
Specimen Processor
Griffin Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Receives specimens into the laboratory, reviewed paperwork and performed clerical duties.
- Maintain compliance with standards for patient confidentiality, work accuracy and infection control.
- Handles, processes and prepares all specimens being sent out to References Laboratory.
- Enter inventory, patient demographics, and test codes into the computer system.
- Ensure specimens and requisitions are correctly labeled.
- Receive specimens from the different Lab Draw Stations and Emergency Department entered specimen data into a computer system.
- Responds to all incoming telephone inquiries for laboratory results and verifies patient identification and appropriate test result inquiry in a timely manner.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant safety protocols while handling biohazardous materials during specimen processing tasks.
- Processed high volumes of time-sensitive specimens without compromising accuracy or quality standards under tight deadlines.
- Developed strong relationships with internal departments, facilitating smooth communication channels for expedited issue resolution regarding specimens or testing requirements.
- Contributed to the accuracy of test results by promptly addressing any discrepancies or issues with specimen quality, identification, or documentation.
- Efficiently prepared specimens for shipment to external testing facilities, ensuring adherence to packaging guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Maintained rigorous compliance with safety standards during specimen handling, safeguarding against contamination.
- Implemented new specimen tracking system, improving traceability and reducing lost specimens.
Distribution
Griffin Hospital
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Ensured appropriate identification of patients prior to shifting or transporting them.
- Transported patients effectively via wheelchair, bed, and stretcher.
- Assisted patients in and out of taxis, ambulances and cars.
- Lifted patients on and off their beds and moved them to treatment areas and operating rooms.
- Comforted patients and their family members by offering support and encouragement.
- Delivered equipment and supplies by picking up requisitions orders and taking them to assigned treatment areas.
- Maintained a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following all standards and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless linen distribution across various departments.
- Managed high volumes of incoming shipments, ensuring timely processing and distribution.
- Optimized transportation networks to minimize distribution costs and improve service levels.
- Supervised distribution of complimentary meals, rooms and other discounted bonuses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yauco
05.2011
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT06-2028
Skills
- Laboratory Computer Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish and English)
- Great Customer Service
- Sharp Critical Thinking
- Medical Terminology
- Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, infection control and specimen processing
- Health Information Technology
- Adept at managing office work relevant to the position
- HIPPA and OSHA Compliance
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Hard Worker
- Punctual
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Specimen preparation
- Adherence to guidelines
- Histology skills
- Cell identification
- Specimen handling
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Relationship building
- Professionalism
- Pathology understanding
- Laboratory management
- Laboratory information systems
- Diagnostic testing
- Laboratory testing
- Clinical research
- Analytical skills
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Cytology Prep Technician
Nuvance Danbury Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Specimen Processor
Griffin Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Distribution
Griffin Hospital
09.2021 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Yauco
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Bridgeport
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