Quality Control Medical
Resume:
CHRISTINE BATES MT (ASCP)
*** ***** ****** ***** *** 608. St. Petersburg, FL 33716
********@*****.*** PHONE: 517-***-****
OBJECTIVE:
Experienced Medical Technologist with ASCP Certification, searching for a position in a dynamic laboratory
that will contribute to the care and diagnosis of patient disease and disorders, as well as enhance my
professional development and advancement.
SKILLS:
• PCR, Electrophoresis, DNA/RNA extraction, and Hybridization.
• Extensive knowledge of all Microbiology terminology, culture workup, and antibiotic reporting.
• Efficient time management, highly organized, detail-oriented with aptitude to multitask efficiently and
effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, strong leadership and problem solving skills,
deadline sensitive, and able to work well in a group setting or independently.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, and Excel.
• Working knowledge of all of the following instrumentation/techniques:
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Dade Behring BCS BC Unicel DXC & DXI 800
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BioMerieux Vitek II BD Max PCR Analyzer
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BactAlert BC Syncron LX 20
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GEM Premier Blood Gas MicroScan Walkaway 96
Analyzer Plus
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EPIC, SOFT, Cerner and Beckman Coulter LH 1500
Meditech LIS Systems Series
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Bayer Clinitek Atlas Sysmex XE 4000/1000
Hematology Analyzers
• Cepheid Gene Expert IV
• Immunocor Gamma Echo
• SPIFE 2000
Siemens Dimension EXL
Electrophoresis
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
St. Vincent’s Medical Center School of Medical Technology June 2009 -
June 2010
• Completed a one year didactic rotation of lecture and clinical rotation through all areas of the clinical
laboratory including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Toxicology, Microbiology, Molecular, Serology, and
Pathology.
Michigan State University September 2004 - December 2008
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
• Major: Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
St. Petersburg General Hospital (Microbiology) St. Petersburg, FL February 2013-Present
• Process all patient samples for culture identification and sensitivity using Vikek II systems.
• Perform required isolation, biochemical, identification, and susceptibility testing on cultures for wound,
urine, respiratory, stool, anaerobes, blood, body fluids and genital specimens.
• Maintain accurate quality control log books of all performed procedures.
• Conduct serological testing for RPR, Strep pneumoniae and Legionella urine antigens, Mono,
Cryptococcal antigen, Influenzae A/B, RSV, and Strep A.
Edward White Hospital (Core Lab) St. Petersburg, FL April 2013-Present
• Execute and analyze tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, microbiology,
and blood bank.
• Ensure test-result validity before recording/reporting results, earning a reputation for meticulous attention
to detail.
• Commended for timely, high quality completion of both routine and special laboratory assays of patient
specimens, effectiveness of communication with physicians, nurses, and pathologists, and organization
and cleanliness of work area.
Beaumont Hospital (Microbiology) Royal Oak, MI July 2012-January 2013
• Applied appropriate Microbiology culture techniques, isolation, and identification of pathogenic and
non-pathogenic organisms for genital, respiratory, stool, and urine cultures.
• Performed PCR analysis of Group B Streptococcus, as well as QC for BD Max instrumentation.
• Read and interpreted API 20E, 20NE, Coryne, Strep, and C-aux identification, RAPID NH systems,
and STAT ECHC Shiga toxin immunoassays.
• Microscan MIC sensitivity setup, interpretation, review and QC diagnostics.
• Maintained and performed weekly QC of new shipments and Lots for all Kirby Bauer antibiotics and E
strip analysis.
• Involved in all duties related to Micro Lab and also student and resident teaching with approval of
teaching specialist.
St. Vincent’s Medical Center (Core Lab) Jacksonville, FL September 2010- June 2012
• Executed and analyzed tests in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Toxicology
• Ensured test result validity before recording and reporting patients results.
• Maintained and performed quality control on all laboratory instruments and equipment based on
laboratory guidelines while demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively with physicians and
nurses regarding results.
• Verified specimen integrity before performing testing on analytical instrumentation.
UF & Shands Jacksonville (Microbiology) Jacksonville, FL June 2010-June 2012
• Processed patient samples using microbial isolation techniques such as culture media and plating.
• Reported results of all tests performed according to established procedures.
• Performed assigned analytical testing procedures in an accurate, precise, and timely manner
• Supported the implementation and execution of molecular DNA PCR for MRSA, C. difficile and
Enterovirus, as well as prepare reagents and provide quality control.
• Conducted quality control for the Vitek 2 identification and susceptibilities.
Plant Pathology; Michigan State University Lansing, MI February 2006-February 2008
• Performed DNA/RNA isolation, extraction and PCR on isolates of fruit fungi.
• Prepared all media, reagents and buffers for laboratory utilization.
• Performed hybridization and electrophoresis of fungal blueberry pathogens.
• Analyzed core research directed towards the isolation and detection of C. acutatum infections of
susceptible and resistant cultivars of blueberries.
MEMBERSHIPS:
Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Florida) in all 6 areas July 2010-Present
American Society of Clinical Pathologists July 2010 – Present
Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Student Association January 2007- January 2010
Michigan State University
Medical Technology Student Association January 2006 – December 2006
Michigan State University
CHRISTINE BATES MT (ASCP)
500 110th Avenue North Apt 608. St. Petersburg, FL 33716
********@*****.*** PHONE: 517-***-****
REFERENCES:
Bonnie McKinley MT (ASCP) MS
Director of Laboratory Services, St. Petersburg General Hospital
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Timothy Harberts MT (ASCP)
Laboratory Director, Edward White Hospital
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Noel Gomez M.M.Sc., MT (ASCP)
Supervisor, Clinical Microbiology Lab, UF & Shands Jacksonville
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