Medical Technologist

CLEONICE DESOUZA

Address: **** ****** *****, ******, ***** 75035

Phone: 214-***-****

(H) 561-***-****

(C) E-mail: aboenp@r.postjobfree.com

Detail-oriented, committed, and results-focused professional, equipped with solid background in developing and applying techniques and methodologies to clinical laboratory; encompassing microbiology, hematology, immunology and serology, immunohematology, urinalysis, and clinical chemistry. Recognized for exceeding expectations in managing projects, as well as in utilizing critical problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail to produce effective results. Flexible and innovative, known for strong work ethic and unsurpassed dedication to consistently maintain high level of personal and professional integrity. Articulate in English, Portuguese, and Spanish languages.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

MEDICAL CENTER OF MCKINNEY: McKinney, TX, USA - MEDICAL CENTER OF PLANO: Plano, TX, USA

Clinical Laboratory Science Intern 2012

- Leveraged skills in handling and evaluating patient specimens for acceptability

- Administered daily Quality Control (QC) and equipment maintenance

- Performed troubleshooting on instruments and procedures as necessary

- Conformed with laboratory protocols in conducting analyses on patient specimens, encompassing hematology, immunohematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology, and urinalysis

- Presented accurate results to nurses or physician while maintaining files of patient reports

- Ensured correct storage of samples and safe disposal of specimens

BIOLABOR CLINICAL ANALISYS LABORATORY: Campo Largo, Brazil

Medical Laboratory Scientist 1996-2000

- Owned in partnership with an associate in supervising a private clinical laboratory; routinely performing examination of samples from walk-in customers as well as corporate customers, including local hospitals and medical clinics

Notable Accomplishments:

- Played a key role in successfully building laboratory serving more than 100,000 residents

- Positioned laboratory as a top service provider in the community due to reliable and accurate results provided

- Led efforts in obtaining certification from UNIMED, a Brazilian medical work cooperative and health plan operator

- Drove laboratory toward robust profitability throughout the entire tenure

HOSPITAL MUNICIPAL DE BALSA NOVA: Balsa Nova, Brazil

Medical Laboratory Scientist 1988-2000

- Performed a series of tests for diverse areas, including microbiology, hematology, immunology or serology, immunohematology, urinalysis, and clinical chemistry for inpatients and outpatients

- Rendered direct supervision to the activities of clinical laboratory staff

- Provided continuous leadership and mentoring to members of the staff

- Took an active role as member of the Hospital Infection Control Committee

Notable Accomplishments:

- Played lead role in initiating the formation of the laboratory that served 7,000 persons

- Imparted knowledge on laboratory functions in training local high school students to obtain proper certification as laboratory technicians

- Obtained trust from all professionals in the area by delivering reliable results

OTHER EXPERIENCE

BOCA RATON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL: Boca Raton, FL, USA

Pharmacy Volunteer 2003-2004

HOSPITAL MUNICIPAL DE BALSA NOVA: Balsa Nova, Brazil

Hospital Pharmacist 1988-1994

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences: 1988

UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DO PARANA - Curitiba, Parana, Brazil

CREDENTIALS

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Certificate: 2012

ASCP BOARD OF CERTIFICATION - Chicago, IL, USA

Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Certificate: 2012

Health Sciences Center, School of Allied Health Sciences

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY - Lubbock, TX, USA

GPA 4.0

Alpha Eta Honor Society - President's Honor List - Invitation to Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society

ACTIVITIES

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Project Rondon

Campaign to Eradicate Leprosy

Projeto Ilha do Mel (Project Honey Island)

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