Medical technologist
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Completed both routine and special laboratory assays of patient samples such as skin scrapings, blood, and surgical specimens. Reduced inventory waste by effectively managing supplies and making purchase orders ahead of testing sessions. Assisted senior faculty in training medical students on basic laboratory techniques and sample identification.

• Monitored chemical reagents throughout test performances and performed linearity testing of each piece of equipment, collaborating with IT specialists to identify flaws in the system and troubleshoot when needed.
• Applied common measurement controls and assessed the quality of lab operations while maintaining compliance with CLIA, OSHA, safety, and risk-management standards.
• Carried out and evaluated tests in the areas of hematology, serology, urinalysis, bacteriology, and histology to help doctors identify and treat illnesses.
• Led a mentoring program for 24 new employees and trained them on how to perform a full range of lab tests, analyses, treatment, and prevention of diseases.
• Processed internal documentation in compliance with FDA, CLIA, AABB, and OSHA standards by maintaining and reviewing batch records regularly.

Performed a full range of laboratory tests while developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Established effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, hospital staff, and the public. Tested specimens and reported critical laboratory results.

• Analyzed samples and reviewed findings for the integrity and accuracy of collection.
• Helped Nurses determine correct tests; acted as a resource regarding testing requirements and ordering.
• Monitored pending work logs and completed quality control documentation.
• Collaborated with Supervisor regarding procedures, protocols, and challenges; provided valuable input and solutions.
• Spearheaded a Turnaround Time Study involving process improvement with the Lab and Emergency Department.
• Regarded as a generalist in hematology, blood bank, coagulation, urinalysis, and serology.

Performed various tests on complex and simple patients, including microbiology, hematology, and urinalysis. Maintained a cooperative attitude among coworkers and hospital staff of multiple departments, overseeing daily performances and ensuring a smooth workflow. Reviewed updated lab reports on the diagnosis of diseases.

• Provided daily supervision to 45 technical and non-technical staff members in the Hematology Laboratory, optimizing workflows and assuring timely completion of all assignments. Proposed new solutions to reduce departmental expenditures and increase team productivity.
• Performed more than 65 medical tests each week, including urine, hematology, and serology. Maintained a test result validity of 98% as shown by independent QC tests.
• Updated manuals for standard operating procedures every month and calibrated lab equipment before each testing phase, ensuring 100% accuracy of labs and test results.
• Supervised a team of 5 medical students, assessing each member's performance and ensuring all chemical lab training followed hospital rules and internal safety standards.
• Utilized confirmatory drug testing such as Mass Spectrometry and Gas Chromatography to check for drug presence within patients’ bloodstream, maintaining data confidentiality while managing patients’ sensitive information.

Performed a variety of lab testing procedures including processing specimens, preparing reagents, and interpreting test results. Aided senior physicians in conducting complex, non-routine tests. Ensured all equipment was fully functional by troubleshooting instruments as needed.

• Participated in Quality Control programs by performing assurance testing according to established protocols, interpreting data, and resolving technical equipment problems.
• Verified, documented, and presented lab findings for each test that was run. Communicated test results with senior pathologists and RNs, ensuring full understanding of lab outcomes.
• Performed clerical services as needed including calling STATS, disposing of contaminated specimens, controlling inventory, assisting with log-ins, and answering patient phone calls.
• Managed inventory by purchasing laboratory supplies, selecting new equipment, receiving new shipments, and inspecting incoming reagents.
• Prepared freezer libraries for 55 microbiology organisms, documented technological findings, and addressed any laboratory issues that arose during the monitoring phase, keeping high-Quality Control standards.