BRUCE V.

ZATKOW
111 PASSAIC AVENUE, APT A42 NUTLEY, NJ 07110 (973) 320-5495
bzeceec6@westpost.net
EDITOR
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
An effective and versatile communicator, combining writing, editing,
and copyediting skills with administrative savvy. Gained a depth of
knowledge in the areas of science, pharma, medicine, and healthcare.
Wrote, refined, and copyedited medical and scientific literature.
Expertly applied AMA and Journal Style protocols. Produced
instructional and marketing materials. Recruited and trained new
employees. Established and maintained excellent rapport with company
principals, management colleagues, medical consultants, and support
staffs.
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Copyedited journal articles to stringent deadlines with
polish and precision.
- Crafted and revised application notes that stimulated product
interest.
- Prepared a procedural manual that increased department
efficiency.
- Created and edited a biological journal featuring topics for
a diverse readership.
- Developed parameters that improved the quality and accuracy
of company responses.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Copy Editor, 2010 to Present: Wiley-Blackwell, Hoboken, NJ
Copywriter/Editor, 2007 to Present: The Creative Group, Paramus,
NJMEDICARE HEARING OFFICER, 2006 TO PRESENT: Q2 ADMINISTRATORS, LLC,
WESTERVILLE, OH
Medicare Hearing Officer, 2003 to 2006: Pinnacle Business Solutions,
Inc., N Little Rock, AR
Copywriter/Editor, 2002: Rabbit Connection.comTECHNICAL EDITOR, 2000
TO 2001: ANALYTICAL SPECTRAL DEVICES, INC., BOULDER, CO
Medicare Hearing Officer, 1992 to 2006: Group Health Inc., New York,
NY
Medicare Hearing Officer, 1986 to 1996: Empire Blue Cross Blue
Shield, New York, NY
Executive Writer, 1981 to 1986: Resumes Plus/Career Pathways, New
York, NY
EDUCATION
 Master of Science, Physiology/Zoology, Rutgers University, Newark,
NJ
Bachelor of Science, Biology, Fairleigh Dickinson University,
Rutherford, NJ
SKILLS
Adaptable computer/Internet skills. Expertise in MS Office. Broad
knowledge of medical and scientific terminology. Well-honed writing,
editing, investigational, analytical, and promotional skills.
Proficient in the use and application of editing templates and
macros. Extremely adroit in adhering to minutiae of grammar,
spelling, punctuation, syntax, semantics, and company style.