JUVENIE A. PELAYO, RMT, AMT, ASCPiCM

Flat **, Nizar Residence, Bldg. 2361, Rd. 2834, Blk. 0228

Busaiteen, Al Muharraq, Kingdom of Bahrain

Mobile Number: +973 – 36474362 / +973- 38344476

E-mail: acc76p@r.postjobfree.com

Objective Obtain a position in a clinical laboratory where I can impart my knowledge and skills, and by exhibiting professional behaviour, meet and exceed the expectations of the organization which will contribute to patient safety and satisfaction, and in the process effectively create rapport among colleagues.

Profile

• More than 5 years working experience as Clinical Laboratory Technologist

• Hardworking, fast and efficient

• Observes proper safety precautions in handling specimens

• Remarkable ability to prepare and record accurate laboratory reports

• Excellent ability to work independently and handles situations accordingly

• Courteous, polite and respectful to co-workers and other contacts

• Able to remain calm and efficient in stressful situations

• Enthusiastic to learn new things and is open minded to new ideas

• Punctual, service committed and possess a healthy work attitude

• Willing to work on holidays, weekends or overtime

Education

SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Cebu, Philippines

October 2007

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

License

Clinical Laboratory Scientist by the International Commission on Healthcare Professions, CGFNS

Philadelphia, PA, USA

February 2013 up to present

American Society of Clinical Pathologist International (ASCPiCM), Pearson Vue, Doha Qatar

September 2013 up to present

Registration No. 25466414

American Medical Technologist, Pearson Vue, Cebu City Philippines

March 2010 up to present

Registration No. 259081

Registered Medical Technologist, Philippines

September 2008 up to present

Registration No. 0053640

Professional Experience

KING HAMAD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, Muharraq, Bahrain

August 2011 up to present

King Hamad University Hospital is a university hospital with a capacity of 311 beds and a strong team of 1731 employees. The laboratory, in particular, utilizes state-of-the-art medical technology, such as the FlexLab, an instrument employing full automation, which is the first of its kind in the Middle East, as well as the most sophisticated information systems to deliver quality healthcare to patients.

Laboratory Technologist – Blood Science (Generalist)

Section In-charge - Molecular Pathology

Scope of Professional Practice:

The Laboratory Blood Science Department consists of: Hematology Section, Biochemistry Section, and Immuno-Serology Section.

• Receives specimens and performs all routine and special tests in different department according to assignment with ease, speed and accuracy.

• Proficient in the use of controls and sees to it that all tests done in the laboratory complies with the quality control standards set by the department.

• Proficient in the use of laboratory equipment; is aware and constantly complies with the department safety and precautions program.

• Accommodates and provides patient detailed instruction on the procedure prior to do and informing patient of any such potential side reaction.

• Calibrates and runs controls prior specimen analysis and report any deviation or equipment malfunction to the supervisor.

• Notifies patient care unit and/or physician of all critical test values.

• Validates all test results in the computer system and records them in appropriate logbooks.

• Observes proper handling of specimen and safe disposal of biohazard waste.

• Observes cleanliness of work areas before and after every shift and maintains proper housekeeping of the laboratory premises.

• Participates in the laboratory activities for personal and professional growth.

• Renders efficient and reliable service to people with courtesy through honesty.

Hematology Section

Performs routine blood analysis:

Complete blood count, Coagulation Assays (Prothrombin time, Partial Thromboplastin Time, Thrombin Time, Fibrinogen Level, D-Dimer Assay), Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate.

Responsible for performing special tests such as Sickling Cell Test/Solubility and Hemoglobin electrophoresis, as needed.

Operates and troubleshoots the following machines:

Sysmex CA – 7000

Advia 2120i

Biorad Hemoglobin Electrophoresis

Roller 20

BioChemistry Section

Performs routine blood analysis:

Glucose, urea nitrogen, uric acide, cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL, HDL, SGPT/ALT, SGOT/AST, alkaline phosphatase, bilirubin, total protein, albumin, calcium, inorganic phosphorous, lactate dehydrogenase, gamma-glutamyl transferase, electrolytes, enzymatic carbon dioxide, magnesium, creatinine, amylase, lipase

Responsible for performing special chemistry tests as needed, such as chemistry determination for 24-hour urine and random urine specimens (total protein,electrolytes,creatinine)

Operates and troubleshoots the following machines:

Dimension RxL Max

Advia Centaur

Immuno-Serology Section

Performs routine blood analysis:

Quantitative determination for Hepatitis Panel (HBsAg,Anti-HBs,HBeAg,Anti-HBe,Total HBcore Ab,Anti-HBcore IgM,Anti-HCV,Anti-HAV IgM), Thyroid Panel (TSH,T4,T3,FT3,FT4), Tumor Markers (CEA,AFP,Total HCG,Total/Free PSA,CA 125,CA 19-9,CA 15-3), HIV testing, Ferritin, Serologic tests (Rheumatoid factor determination, TPHA for Syphilis, H.Pylori IgG, Cytomegalovirus IgG & IgM, H.simplex virus IgM & IgG, Toxoplasma IgG & IgM, Rubella IgG & IgM)

Operates and troubleshoots the following machines:

Advia Centaur

Immulite 2000 XPi Immunoassay System

Molecular Pathology Section

Run real-time quantitative and qualitative PCR:

Quantitative determination for HBV-DNA Viral Load Count, HCV-RNA Viral Load Count, HIV-1 RNA Viral Load Count, HCV Genotyping and HPV Viral Load Count for Cytopathology specimens. Includes qualitative determination for MRSA, Influenza Virus with 2009 H1N1, C. difficile, and Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Also process for Nucleic Acid Testing for blood donor's screening.

Operates and troubleshoots the following machines:

Cepheid GeneXpert® System

Abbott m24sp

Abbott m2000 RealTime System

Novartis Diagnostics Procleix PANTHER System

Procleix RPI 120 (Reagent Preparation Incubator)

Gene Amp PCR System 9700

TECAN Infinite F200

CHONG HUA HOSPITAL, Cebu, Philippines

November 2008 up to June 2011

Chong Hua Hospital is a 660 - bed capacity, tertiary hospital that has been accredited by the Joint Commission International since 2009. It is equipped with up-to-date facilities and is considered as one of the biggest, most advanced, fully integrated and comprehensive healthcare facility system in the Philippines.

Rotating Medical Technologist - Generalist

Scope of Professional Practice

• Responsible for maintaining and using equipment in the clinical laboratory safely and correctly.

• Performed quality control procedures and maintains records on these checks.

• Received and logs patient specimens: blood, urine; other body fluids.

• Always verified that the proper specimen was being analysed for the proper patient and for the indicated test procedures.

• Notified patient care unit and/or physician of all critical test values.

• Performed all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.

Hematology Section

Performed routine blood analysis: complete blood count, coagulation assays, hemostasis determinations, as well as total and differential counts on different body fluids.

Prepared reagents and stains for special hematologic examinations, such as iron, myeloperoxidase, periodic Schiff, per laboratory policy and procedure.

Operated the following equipment:

Hematology analyzers: Sysmex Xt – 1800i, Pentra80, Pentra120 DF

Coagulyzers: Sysmex CA – 50, Sysmex CA – 500, StaCompact of Diagnostica Stago

Clinical Chemistry Section

Responsible for centrifuging specimens to separate cells from sediment, serum or supernatant fluids.

Performed routine blood chemistries and chemistry determination for 24 hour urine and random urine specimens, as well as special chemistry tests on different body fluids, and assays for drug monitoring such as valproic acid and digoxin.

Performed stone analysis using Merck Diagnostics Reagent Kit

Performed blood gas analysis from venous and arterial blood

Operated the following equipment:

Cobas 800 & 6000 of Roche Diagnostics

AVL 9180 Electrolyte Analyzer

MiniVidas of Biomerieux

Dimension RxL Max

Blood Gas Analyzers: Roche Omni C Blood Gas Analyzer and IRMA TruPoint Blood Analysis System

Clinical Microscopy Section

Performed routine urinalysis (chemical and microscopic examination) and identification of intestinal parasites and protozoa in stool specimen, as well as special urine tests (pregnancy test, Bence-Jones protein determination, myoglobin) and special tests for stool samples (occult blood, concentration test, ELISA procedure for E.histolytica antigen determination)

Operated the iQselect 200 Iris & Iris iChem 100

Immuno-Serology Section

Performed routine serologic tests, quantitative determination for Hepatitis Panel, Thyroid Panel, Tumor Markers, HIV testing.

Operated the following equipment:

Hitachi – Elecsys 2010-01-29

Cobas 6000 of Roche Diagnostics

Axsym System of Abbot

Advia Centaur Immunoassay System

Molecular Pathology Section (PCR)

Performed quantitative molecular tests such as: HBV-DNA Viral Load Count, HCV-RNA Viral Load Count and HIV-1 RNA Viral Load Count

Operated the following equipment:

COBAS® TaqMan® 48 Analyzer

Immunohematology and Blood Banking

Performed ABO and Rh typing, screening of blood donors ( HBsAg, HCV Ab, HIV, syphilis, hemoglobin, hematocrit)

Microbiology Section

Performed routine aerobic culture from all specimens as well as the microscopic identification of microorganisms using the following procedures: gram staining and acid fast staining

Phlebotomy

Skilled in performing capillary and venous blood extraction from neonates to geriatric patients using syringes as well as various vacutainer products.

Trainings/Seminars Certification

Abbott Molecular M24sp & M2000rt April 16-19 2012; King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain

BD Vacutainer System Blood Culture Blood Collection Program December 28, 2011; King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain

BD Microcollection Education Program September 12, 2011; King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain

BD Vacutainer System Phlebotomy Education Program September 12, 2011; King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain

Fire Safety & Awareness Seminar (Renewal) October 9, 2010; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philippines

Basic Life Support Course (Renewal) September 24, 2010; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philipines

XT-1800i Lecture Training (by Sysmex Philippines) July 22, 2010; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philippines

Certified Team Player (Chong Hua Laboratory Team Building) June 20, 2010; Mountain View Nature’s Park Busay, Cebu City Philippines

Proficiency Training for HIV and Other Blood-Borne STIs (Hepatitis B/C and Syphilis)

May 22-29, 2010; MHAM-Southwestern University, Cebu City Philippines

Cobas Taqman 48 HBV and HIV-1 Applications Training April 17-18, 2010; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philippines

Cobas Taqman 48 Operator’s Training April 17-18, 2010; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philippines

1st SBSI – FAS Diaganostics – STAGO Coagulation Lecture (Pre – Analytical Variables, Oral – Vitamin K Monitoring, Percentage Calibration Curve and Lupus Anticoagulant)

April 14, 2010; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philippines

Workplace Attitudes and Values Empowerment April 9, 2010; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philippines

Mass Blood Donation (ABS-CBN Network Grand Halad sa Kapamilya) Volunteer

November 28, 2009; Cebu City, Philippines

Basic Life Support Course May 2, 2009; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philippines

Fire Safety & Awareness Seminar November 15, 2008; Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu City Philippines

References

Suzzette F. Garces, RMT, AMT

Senior Technologist, Blood Science Department

King Hamad University Hospital, Kingdom of Bahrain

Mobile Number: +973 – 66368689

Crisanto Olaso, RMT, AMT

Supervisor, Staff Qualification, Evaluation and Accreditation

Laboratory Department

Chong Hua Hospital, Cebu Philippines

Mobile Number: +63 – 922-***-****

Joyce V. Almedilla, RMT-AMT

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Jefferson County Hospital, Waurika Oklahoma, USA

Mobile Number: 813-***-****

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