Sandra Jean Baptiste
Pathology Lab Coordinator
Chicago
Summary
A highly motivated medical student with considerable knowledge and extensive laboratory experience. A passion for science and a high energy level that contributes to enhancing patient care. Excellent communication skills, ability to pay attention to detail and a commitment to team work.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Pathology Lab Coordinator II
Tempus AI
08.2023 - Current
- Accurately extracting information from path reports and importing it into LIMS to aid pathologists in path review.
- Streamlined sample processing by ensuring timely delivery in accordance with Tempus TAT criteria.
- Maintained a safe and organized lab environment by complying with safety guidelines and lab protocols.
- Abstracting and summarizing medical data from path reports sourced from external medical institutions.
- Investigated and resolved issues related to PLC processes and procedures.
- Provided guidance and training to my fellow colleagues.
- Performed a high-complexity task by processing specimens for NGS sequencing and maintaining assay quality.
- Engaged in system maintenance and basic troubleshooting of the LIMS system.
- Collaborated with other PLCs to create and execute guidelines for material reference to ensure efficient workflow.
- Performed other duties as directed by the supervisors or laboratory management to assist pathologists with path review and experimental kick-off.
- Identifying, reporting, and resolving any deviations, errors, or issues with the patient's sample through sample triage.
- Processing and expediting PDL1 and MMR IHC experiments to aid pathologists in determining the most effective treatment options for patients.
- Communicating and collaborating with various departments to ensure the proper progression of the patient's sample.
Clinical Lab Associate II- Accessioning
Tempus AI
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Have an accurate count of packages delivered.
- Unpack and ensure that the appropriate specimen for each patient is received.
- Verifying patient information and data entry into LIMS.
- Sort and catalog each specimen accurately according to the order testing request.
- Zendesk familiarity for problem-solving.
- Confirming accurate labeling and data entry.
- Adhere to lab safety regulations and guidelines.
- Knowledge of proper disposal of biohazard materials and waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data entry procedures.
Stylist
JCrew
12.2018 - Current
- Assisted diverse customer base
- Managed customer inquiries and concerns
- Made recommendations and suggestions
- Explained care of merchandise
- Processed sales payment, executed returns, and exchanges
- Monitored and controlled inventory
Operation Assistant
The Art Institute of Chicago
11.2017 - 09.2019
- Responsible to assists guest in storing their belongings away safely
- Handling personal items with appropriate matching ticket number
- Answer questions and inform the guests of the rules
- Ensure that guest receive their admission tickets and provide any additional information
- Able to manage any situations or inconveniences that may occur with guests
Election Coordinator/Judge
Board of Election Commissioners
10.2016 - 01.2019
- Worked multiple stations which included registration and distributing ballots
- Provided explanations regarding the ballot, and working the DS 200 voting machine.
- Assisted with out of country voters that needed their registration
- Provided assistance to disabled voters
- Handled recount ballots for the district
- Ensured each ballot was accounted for in each city
IAU Pathology Lab
05.2013 - 12.2013
- Preparation observation of each organ tissue sample
- Familiarize with each sample under different microscopes and stains
- Communicate findings and record each data
- Study matching tissue and microscopic stain sample with its diagnosis
- Collect samples and recreate for observations
- Perform routine and laboratory procedures
IAU Microbiology/Immunology lab
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Recognizing and identifying laboratory equipments
- Calibrate and regulate laboratory equipments for each procedure
- Generating and analyzing immune cells
- Isolating and observing cultures of microorganisms
- Identify and classify specimens collected
- Monitor the effect of the microorganisms specimens in different cultures
- Maintain knowledge of various testing methods
- Perform laboratory testing and sterilization
- Collecting conducted and accurate results
- Perform test to ensure accuracy and prevent cross contamination
IAU Anatomy lab
09.2011 - 12.2011
- Dissect bodies and collect organs
- Ensure that each tissue is collected and sampled for microscopic observation
- Manage and examine tissues from each organs
- Document all findings and compare with microscopic tissues
IAU Histology lab
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Responsible for each slides appointed
- Familiarize myself with each specimen
- Utilize instrumentation for tissue dehydration, impregnation with paraffin, cutting tissue sections, and staining of slides
- Preparation of tissues under microscopic lens with appropriate stains
- Study each stain and understanding the microscopic structure of the tissues
student assistant
FAMU Biology lab
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Assisting with setting up lab equipments
- Communicate and coordinate with coworkers about lab procedures
- Preparing specimens for the incoming class
- Provide assistant in experiments
- Logging data and collecting results
- Dispose hazardous materials appropriately
- Keeping count of inventory
- Enforce lab rules and safety
Education
No Degree - M.D Physician
International American University School of Medicine
Saint Lucia 05.2001 -
Bachelor’s degree of Art and Science - Biology (Pre-Med), minor Chemistry and Psychology
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL05-2010
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Research and analytic competency
- In-depth knowledge of medical terminology
- Attention to detail
- Extensive comprehension of healthcare care practices and Ethics
- Laboratory management
- Microscopy techniques
- Scientific writing
- Research coordination
- Professionalism
- Reliability
- Hazardous and biohazard handling waste disposal
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Pathology Lab Coordinator II
Tempus AI
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Lab Associate II- Accessioning
Tempus AI
04.2022 - 08.2023
Stylist
JCrew
12.2018 - Current
Operation Assistant
The Art Institute of Chicago
11.2017 - 09.2019
Election Coordinator/Judge
Board of Election Commissioners
10.2016 - 01.2019
IAU Pathology Lab
05.2013 - 12.2013
IAU Microbiology/Immunology lab
01.2012 - 01.2013
IAU Anatomy lab
09.2011 - 12.2011
IAU Histology lab
05.2011 - 08.2011
student assistant
FAMU Biology lab
01.2006 - 01.2010
No Degree - M.D Physician
International American University School of Medicine
05.2001 -
Bachelor’s degree of Art and Science - Biology (Pre-Med), minor Chemistry and Psychology
Florida A&M University
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