Michael Ornelas, MBA, CG(ASCP)CM

Experience

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  Laboratory of Karen Medville

  Aug 1999 - May 2001

  Laboratory Internship

  Working under the tutelage of Richard Medville, I was trained in the techniques of electron microscopy. Basic laboratory and safety techniques were focused on with special emphasis placed on ultra-microtomy thin sectioning. All aspects of electron microscopy were performed including specimen preparation and processing, thin sectioning, staining, and image capture.

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  ASU West

  Aug 1999 - Dec 1999

  Teaching Assistant

  Collaborated in the development and execution of experiments to meet class objectives. Also, held office hours to assist students with writing of reports and other class related assignments and questions.

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  Impath Inc. / Genzyme Genetics

  May 2001 - Jun 2006

  Cytogenetic Technologist II

  • Cytogenetic / FISH analysis and report write-up utilizing ISCN nomenclature of oncology specimens. • Cytogenetic / FISH processing of oncology specimens including: preparation, culturing, harvesting, slide preparation, and banding. • Technologist training • Special areas of competency including:o Tumor culture, harvest, and analysiso NOR stainingo C-banding

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  AmeriPath

  Jun 2006 - Feb 2008

  Cytogenetic Technologist

  • Cytogenetic / FISH analysis and result write-up utilizing ISCN nomenclature of oncology, peripheral blood, products of conception, and amniotic fluid specimens. • Cytogenetic / FISH processing of oncology and peripheral blood specimens including: preparation, culturing, harvesting, slide preparation, and banding. • Clinical case review • Technologist training and mentoring.

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  LabCorp / Genzyme Genetics

  Feb 2008 - Mar 2013

  Laboratory Supervisor / Cytogenetic Team Leader

  Initially employed as a Cytogenetic Technologist III, transitioned to the role of supervisor in 2009. Responsible for the establishment of a CLIA licensed and CAP/ NY State certified (Cancer, Peripheral Blood, and Pre-natal specimen types) cytogenetic wet laboratory and FISH laboratory with duties including:• Assisted with laboratory design and equipment procurement• Developed, drafted, and managed lab startup verification / validation process• Drafted and implemented protocols (SOP’s) / lab policies• Developed and implemented workflow processes• Developed and facilitated employee training• Hiring of Cyto/FISH technologists to build up team of 3 to 13As supervisor overseeing the daily operations of the Cytogenetic and FISH departments my responsibilities included:• Employee supervision, training, and mentoring• Ensuring timely and accurate reporting of patient results• Cytogenetic/FISH case review and drafting of case report• Microarray data analysis and interpretation • Implementation and monitoring and of laboratory quality management program and regulatory compliance (including internal, state, CAP, and NY state laboratory inspection preparation and management), • Coordination and collaboration with multiple departments (Accessioning, Quality, Facilities) Show less

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  Empire Genomics

  May 2013 - Jul 2014

  Laboratory Supervisor / Quality Manager

  Assisted with the start-up of a CLIA/NY State licensed clinical cytogenetic and FISH laboratory specializing in oncology testing as well as implementation of a Quality Management program for the FISH probe manufacturing department.• FISH probe manufacture Quality Management program implementation• Cyto/FISH lab SOP drafting and implementation• Lab Policy creation and implementation• Lab design employing lean management principles (5S and cellularization).• FISH protocol optimization (including Paraffin FISH)• Cytogenetic / FISH analysis and report write-up utilizing ISCN nomenclature of oncology specimens. • Cytogenetic / FISH processing of oncology specimens including: preparation, culturing, harvesting, slide preparation, and banding. principles. Show less

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  OGT

  Jul 2014 - now

  Build and manage a team of Field Application Scientists supporting OGT’s NGS, Microarray, and FISH product lines. In addition, support CytoCell North American specific commercial activity and product development.• Develop and implement North American FAS support processes and standards for NGS, Microarray, and FISH products lines• Ensure delivery of high-level customer service and technical expertise to North American OGT customers• Team building and professional development focus for FAS team• Cross functional collaboration with Marketing, Manufacturing, R&D, and Quality/Regulatory groups • Operations support for NA specific Cytocell activity including inventory management and manufacture/shipping prioritization• CytoCell North American business strategy, technical expert, and high-level commercial support Show less Worked with North American CytoCell customers to provide technical support and high levels of customer service. In addition, support North American commercial team needs and CytoCell business needs as a whole.• Development of North American FISH FAS support processes and standards• On site and remote troubleshooting of CytoCell customer technical issues• On site demonstration and training for Cytocell FISH products• Create and present customer facing and internal CytoCell PPT’s• Varied account manager support activities to facilitate revenue generation (development of competitor comparison tools, workflow/product cost evaluations, sales meeting content, etc.)• Assist with marketing activities such as newsletter and email promotions Show less

  • Director of Support and Services, North America

    Jan 2022 - now

  • Field Application Scientist (FAS) Manager

    Oct 2017 - Feb 2022

  • Field Application Scientist

    Jul 2014 - Oct 2017