Patrick Messina
Haymarket
Summary
Dynamic Sr. Manager in Toxicology with Quest Diagnostics, specializing in ICPMS, LCMSMS and method development. Proven track record in enhancing team productivity and optimizing resources, while demonstrating exceptional leadership and talent development. Successfully managed large-scale projects, driving operational efficiency and fostering collaboration across departments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Manager Toxicology and Special Chemistry
Quest Diagnostics Inc
11.1998 - 04.2025
- Expertise in ICPMS, LCMSMS, GCFID, HPLC/UPLC, etc.
- Advanced in analytical method development, instrument validation procedures, technical writing, SOP development, and technical leadership.
- Familiar with regulatory agencies like CAP, ISO, and FDA.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Balanced competing priorities efficiently while maintaining focus on critical tasks requiring immediate attention.
- Executed appropriate staffing and budgetary plans to align with business forecasts.
- Consolidated vendors and renegotiated contracts to optimize costs.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Managed budgets effectively, achieving financial objectives while maintaining strict control over expenditures.
- Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
- Ordered new equipment and inventory and scheduled repairs for damaged equipment.
- Streamlined internal processes for financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Drove adoption of new technology solutions, modernizing operations and improving operational efficiency.
- Improved team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, reducing project completion times and enhancing collaboration.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees.
Billing Assistant
George Washington University Hospital
07.1996 - 05.1998
- Received, sorted, and distributed incoming mail/billing (Radiology department).
- Improved billing accuracy by diligently reviewing and verifying invoice data before submission.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-1996
Skills
- Operations management
- Expert experience using ICPMS, LCMSMS, HPLC, UPLC, GC (FID and MS)
- Method Development and Instrument Validation
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution
- Operations planning
- Talent development
- Standard Microsoft Office knowledge
Certification
National Registry of Certified Chemists - Toxicological Technologist (NRCC-TT)
Timeline
Sr Manager Toxicology and Special Chemistry
Quest Diagnostics Inc
11.1998 - 04.2025
Billing Assistant
George Washington University Hospital
07.1996 - 05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Bowling Green State University
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