Medical Quality Control
Resume:
Patricia Hernandez, MT, CG(ASCP), MS
Roselle Park, NJ 07204
Cell 908-***-****, home 908-***-****
abn43c@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
Experienced Medical Technologist, ten years of experience as a Quest Diagnostics lab technologist, bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology and Master’s degree in Biotechnology. Searching for a Medical Research Associate position in your company.
Work Experience
Cytogenetic Technologist
Labcorp/ formerly Genzyme Genetics
11/2010 to Present
Obtained hands-on training in all areas of Genetic oncology; Harvesting, dropping, staining and analysis of completed slides for genetic abnormalities including taking pictures and then organizing Karyotypes from samples of bone marrow, peripheral blood and tissue.
Medical Laboratory Scientist-Full time
8/2000 to Present, Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, New Jersey, NJ
Responsible for manual extraction and purification of DNA/RNA from patient plasma, serum and urine for amplification by PCR technology and final detection and measurement of viral copies. Measurement of DNA/RNA plasma serum levels (viral load) provides a direct assessment of viremia. Periodic viral load assessment can be used to track the actual progression of the infection and is an essential parameter for determining when to initiate therapy.
Tests performed include HIV RNA, HBV DNA, Chlamydia Trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae RNA and DNA.
Ensured test-result validity before recording/reporting results.
Medical Laboratory Scientist-Per Diem
08/2008 to present Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ
Collect and prepare specimens and perform laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Verify, record and report lab results on all performed tests. Ensure compliance with government requirements, hospital policies and laboratory procedures, including maintaining the cleanliness of lab equipment, instruments and work area.
Key Contributions:
Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, coagulation to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating disease.
Consistently commended for the timely, high-quality completion of both routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens (including blood and other body fluids, and surgical specimens).
Ensured test-result validity before recording/reporting results, earning a reputation for meticulous attention to detail.
Demonstrated the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff as a member of interdisciplinary team focused on providing exemplary quality of care.
Evaluated quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory test and measurement controls, and maintained compliance with CLIA, OSHA, safety and risk-management guidelines.
Medical Laboratory Scientist-Part-time
04/2008 to 04/2009, NJ Organ and Tissue Sharing Network, Springfield NJ
Responsible for performing histocompatibility testing of organ donors and recipients: technical operations of the laboratory including ABO and HLA typing, HLA antibody screening, crossmatch, and infectious disease testing for solid organ and bone marrow transplantation.
Clinical Training
11/2010-11/2011, Genzyme Genetics, Manhattan, NY
Completed 1year clinical training program in house rotating through all laboratory sections of Genetic Oncology and regular lecture schedule in preparation for national certification.
01/2003-01/2004, Research Internship in Molecular Evolution studies collecting DNA from different strains of Drosophila species and analysis of genetic variants using state of the art computer system.
9/1997 to 9/1998, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ
Completed 15-month clinical training program at Morristown Memorial Hospital rotating through all laboratory sections, including cytogenetics and Blood Donor services.
Operated and calibrated an assortment of laboratory/testing equipment and performed various chemical, microscopic and bacteriologic tests.
Maintained lab equipment and troubleshot/resolved instrument problems.
Education
Master Of Science in Biotechnology
Kean University of New Jersey, January 2004
One year research Internship
Evolution Studies of Drosophila species : collected DNA material through alcohol purification for further amplification by PCR. This data was used to compare DNA sequences from five Drosophila species for studies of genetic relationship and evolution within the Drosophila population.
BS degree in Medical Technology
Kean University, Union, NJ, 9/1994- 8/1998
Graduated cum laude
Certifications:
NY State License
Cytotechnologist ASCP certification
Skills
Computer Skills: Pathlab 3 and Softlab computer systems. Powerpoint, wordperfect and excel.
Instruments: Kodak 250, Kodak 950, ACS 180, STA, Coulter Stack, Clinitek Atlas, Centaur by Bayer, ADVIA, Advantage by Nichols Institute, COBASR AMPLICOR analyzer by Roche Molecular Diagnostics, BD VIPER system by Becton, Aptima combo 2 Assay by Genprobe, DNA sequencer, centrifuge, CellaVision systems, distributed by Sysmex.
Medical Laboratory skills:
Lab Equipment Calibration: performed every three months for pipettes, whenever necessary with machines.CLIA & OSHA Compliance (yearly Training), Test Result Validity Verification, Lab Testing & Reporting, Quality Control and Instrument maintenance: assurance of assay integrity and decontamination techniques.
Bilingual- Spanish/ English, good written and oral communication
Good Interpersonal skills
Additional Information
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