Falguni Mehta

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Gilberts, IL 60136 t9619n@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

A Certified Medical Technologist seeking a challenging position in laboratory settings.

Professional Background

Sherman Hospital, Algonquin, IL July 2008 - Present

1.5+ years of experience of working as medical technologist and managing immediate care laboratory operations independently and accurately in accordance to policies and procedures for various areas like specimen handling, processing, quality control, test analysis and result reporting.

Daily execution and analysis of various hematology, chemistry, Urinalysis, serology and microbiology tests and reporting of test results using “Cerner” system.

Expertise in calibration and maintenance on x-pand chemistry instrument.

Performing phlebotomy operations when required on the floor

Responsible for drug screen collections for NIDA, non-NIDA and special collections per requirements

Conducted training for new employees for QC, calibration and maintenance of lab equipment

Recipient of multiple patient praise letters, supervisor appreciation cards and special acknowledgment from facility director for outstanding patient care.

Northwest Community Hospital, Arlington Heights, IL Aug 2007- May 2008

Participating trainee from Oakton community college; successfully completed training assignments in various departments such as hematology, chemistry, microbiology, phlebotomy and blood bank at Northwest Hospital.

Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, blood bank and microbiology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating disease.

Responsible for recording and reporting test results using computerized reporting system.

Demonstrated the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff.

Quickly mastered Sysmax, ACL advance and Vitek system.

Demonstrated expertise in microscopic examination and performing immunoassays.

Follow quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory tests and measurement controls, and maintained compliance with CLIA, OSHA, safety and risk-management guidelines.

Successfully performed venipuncture on adults and heelsticks on babies.

Recipient of “STAR AWARD” (Special recognition for meticulous and accurate work)

Kalyan Laboratory, Baroda, India Feb 2000 - April 2001

Responsible for performing all kind of Hematology tests, serological tests, stool examination and urine analysis (physical, chemical and microscopic examinations).

Prepare test results reports using customized computer application and maintain quality records.

Responsible for providing training to new employees in hematology.

Santram Laboratory, Nadiad, India July 1998- Sept 1999

Perform blood collection using venipuncture and capillary blood drawing techniques; prepare blood sample through centrifuge processing.

Perform various medical laboratory tests in hematology (measurement of ESR/HB), blood bank and chemistry (blood urea, cholesterol measurement, HDL/LDL, blood sugar measurement etc.)

Community Services

Active participation in charity activities like annual health fair, medical camps organized by BAPS charity, Bartlett, IL

Educational Background

A.S. Medical Lab Technology (MLT)

Oakton Community College, Desplaines, IL Aug 2008

B.S (Major: Microbiology)

Gujarat University, Nadiad, India May 1997

Professional Certification

American Medical Technologist - Medical Technologist (MT) Certification ID # 204803

Continuing Education credits from Sysmex America Incorporation

Additional Information

Efficient in verbal and written English

Willingness to enhance the skills and work honestly

Fast learner, lead by example and readily adept to current situations

Proficient in working with computers (Microsoft office suites – Word, Excel, Power-point)

References are available upon request.

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