Professional Summary

Knowledgeable and detail-oriented health and medical writer with over 20 years of experience as a medical technologist working in the clinical lab.  Adept in translating complex concepts into clear and engaging content that promotes interest and curiosity.

Medical Experience

Medical Microbiologist

Jefferson University Health System | Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania | Christiana Care Health System | Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

• Over 20 years of experience as a certified American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) medical microbiologist.
• Collaborated closely with infectious disease physicians to execute precise and prompt antibiotic sensitivity testing.
• Demonstrated expertise in identifying pathogens associated with bacterial, viral, fungal, mycobacterial, and parasitic infections.
• Conducted molecular testing including nucleic acid testing for Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia trachomatis, as well as PCR testing for COVID-19, viral respiratory pathogens, and Clostridium difficile.
• In-depth understanding of the pathophysiology, pathogenesis, and etiology of infectious diseases, enabling critical analysis of test results.

Writing Experience

Freelance Writer-Independent Contractor (2017-present)

• Concurrently manage numerous projects with strict deadlines.
• Conduct thorough literature reviews to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the content while adhering to client guidelines.
• Write content for blogs, articles, whitepapers, and websites.
• Research and fact-check information to support content.
• Prepare professional presentations, infographics, and posters using Canva and/or PowerPoint.

Freelance Academic Writing Coach (2020-present)

• Provide writing instruction to MBA and advanced practice nursing students concerning the organization and preparation of their academic papers, theses, and dissertations.
• Guide students through the task of writing a clear, engaging, and factually correct research paper.
• Edit to ensure compliance with formatting guidelines and professors’ expectations.
• Support and prepare them to present their final work to the faculty.

Content Writer-LabRoots (2017-2019)

• Researched and critiqued trending medical and scientific peer-reviewed articles.
• Wrote short and long-form articles.
• Wrote blog content on virtual conferences and webinars conducted by the organization.

Content Writer-Digestive Health Associates of Texas (2017-2018)

• Curated and created engaging blog content related to gastrointestinal disorders.
• Ensured blog content was written for patients with limited health literacy.
• Developed provider biographies.

Solo Projects

• Contributed six articles to the Gale Encyclopedia of Environmental Health (3rd Ed.), 2023.
• Created an article for the blog of Spectrum Chemical, 2022.
• Contributed three articles to symptomfind.com, 2022.
• Contributed to two articles for the blog of Rehab Select, 2022.

Education

Biology/Chemistry, Bachelor's of Science
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Medical Technology, Medical Technology
Roanoke Memorial Hospital School of Medical Technology

Skills

• Critical appraisal of peer-reviewed journal articles.
• Literature reviews and data analysis.
• Editing and proofreading.
• Time management and adherence to deadlines.
• Interviewing researchers and scientists.
• APA, AMA formatting.
• Effective communication.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Canva.

Certifications

American Society of Clinical Pathologists, 1988

Memberships

American Society of Clinical Pathologists

American Medical Writers Association--Delaware Valley Chapter

Volunteer Activities

Cleveland Clinic Sarcoidosis Health Partners Council, 2023-present

Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research Patient Advisory Committee, 2020-2021

          Cancer Calendar for South Jersey Breast Cancer Coalition, 2018