SOPHIA LOU LUNA ROSAL
License Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP) - New York State License
International Medical Technologist ( ASCPi)
Registered Medical Technologist (PRC - Philippines)
Medical Laboratory Technologist (DHA-Dubai,UAE)
Department of Clinical Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
American Hospital Dubai
P.O Box 5566 Oud Metha Road Dubai, UAE
Mobile No.: +971**-*******
Home No: +971********
Email Address: ****************@*****.***
CAREER OBJECTIVE
. Experienced medical technologist with ASCP international
certification, more than 7 years of experience as a medical
technologist and bachelor's degree in medical technology. Searching
for senior medical technologist position in any state of United
States of America preferably in state of New York, Texas, New
Jersey, Florida, Washington, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Arizona and
California. Moreover, in any state of United Arab Emirates
preferably in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
. Excellent clinical laboratory skills, with commended performance
conducting/analyzing laboratory assays and resolving complex
clinical and instrument problems.
. Accurate, reliable, diligent and focused on the timely, quality
completion of all laboratory procedures. Work well under pressure
and time constraints within high-volume environments.
. Looking for new challenges and more responsibilities. Seeking for
opportunities that I can explore in current and potential options
that are very limited.
. Eligible for MLS (ASCP) New York State Licensure ( credentials
evaluated by New York State Education Department)
. Eligible for CLS and MT (ASCP) California State Licensure (
credentials evaluated by AACRAO )
. BLS certified by American Heart Association (AHA)
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth: July 29, 1982
Place of Birth: Iba Zambales, Philippines
Age: 31 years old
Gender: Female
Nationality: Filipino
Civil Status: Single
Religion: Roman Catholic
Visa Status: Residence Visa
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
College: Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
Centro Escolar University (CEU)
Mendiola Manila, Philippines, 1001
October 1999 - 2004
Certificate Caregiver and Healthcare Training
Asia Pacific Caregiver and Healthcare Training Center
5th Floor Panorama Building North Edsa Quezon city,
Philippines
May 2005 - October 2005
Secondary: Carmel Academy
East Poblacion Palauig Zambales,
Philippines 2201
1995 - 1999
Primary: San Juan Elementary School
San Juan Palauig Zambales, Philippines
2201
1989 - 1995
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Passed the MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION by the
American Society of Clinical Pathology (New York State Licensure) - April
17, 2014
Passed the INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION by
the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCPi) - October 08, 2008
Passed the PHILIPPINE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY BOARD EXAMINATIONS by the
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) - March 6-7, 2006
Passed the DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND MEDICAL SERVICES by the GOVERNMENT OF
DUBAI Dubai Health Authority (DOHMS-DHA) - July 21, 2010
Passed the CGFNS VISA SCREEN CERTIFICATION by the CGFNS - January 5, 2011
Passed the BASIC LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING by the American Heart Association
(AHA) - April 24, 2014
WORK EXPERIENCES
AMERICAN HOSPITAL - DUBAI
(College of American Pathology Accredited and JCIA Accredited)
P.O Box 5566, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Hospital capacity: 500 bed capacity
Type of Hospital: Private
Position: Medical Laboratory Technologist II / Senior Phlebotomist (August
20, 2010 - present)
Contract details: 2 years
JOB SUMMARY
Perform essential laboratory testing that is critical to the detection,
diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Prepare and analyse body tissues,
blood and fluids for doctors and researchers in the diagnosis of
diseases. Work includes the use of microscopes, chemicals, computers, and
complex laboratory equipment and instruments. Perform tests in all sections
of the laboratory including haematology, bacteriology, chemistry,
urinalysis, serology, immunohematology, forensic pathology, immunology, and
toxicology. Work includes collecting blood specimen, inoculating cultures
needed to identify bacteria, monitoring the quality control of tests and
procedures, and reporting abnormal results to pathologists or higher level
medical technologists. Perform complex and sophisticated laboratory
analysis, evaluate the effects that a patient's physiological conditions
have on the results of the test performed, confirm test results and provide
the physician with the necessary data to determine the presence, extent,
cause, and treatment of the disease. Assume the responsibility for accurate
results.
UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS HOSPITAL
(ISO 9001 accredited)
Espana Blvd. Manila, Philippines 1001
Hospital capacity: 812 bed capacity (460 beds for Charity Division; 352
beds for Private Division)
Type of wards: Private, semi-private, charity (Tertiary hospital)
Position: Medical Laboratory Technologist II / Senior Phlebotomist (October
2, 2006 - May 10, 2010)
I. JOB SUMMARY
Performs phlebotomy, microscopic, hematologic, chemical, bacteriologic,
serologic or special tests using automated equipment and computerized
instruments capable of performing a number of tests simultaneously, as well
as microscopes and other sophisticated laboratory equipment to provide data
for use in detection, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases.
II. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
A. REGULAR DUTIES
1. Performs complex medical laboratory tests using manual, semi-manual
and automated equipment and computerized instruments.
2. Operates, calibrates and maintains equipment used in quantitative and
qualitative analysis.
3. Adheres to quality control standards. Monitors programs to ensure the
accuracy of laboratory results.
4. Sets up, cleans and maintains laboratory equipments.
5. Helps maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of equipment and work
station
6. Issues results and prepares reports.
7. Performs other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
B. HEMATOLOGY, CLINICAL MICROSCOPY AND PHLEBOTOMY
1. Performs phlebotomy and finger / heel puncture.
2. Collects, handles and preserves specimen properly according to
prescribed procedures.
3. Examines and analyzes blood and body fluids.
C. CHEMISTRY
1. Prepares and checks requests and specimens, e.g. centrifugation,
proper entry of requests in masterlist.
2. Prepares specimens and analyzes the chemical and hormonal contents of
body fluids.
3. Stores and disposes specimen using proper waste management.
4. Checks and helps Supervisor in inventory of equipment, reagents and
supplies.
D. MICROBIOLOGY / BACTERIOLOGY
1. Performs reading of culture and sensitivity plates including
biochemical tests and other serological tests for identification of
organisms.
2. Performs inoculation and culturing of all specimens into culture
media.
3. Performs sensitivity testing of organism.
4. Performs different staining procedures and reading of slides.
5. Performs media preparation.
E. SPECIAL TESTS / IMMUNOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
1. Acts as Authorized Specimen Collector and Analyst for drug testing
examinations.
2. Assists Pathologists in the interpretation of results.
3. Prepares daily statistics of tests and of requesting doctors during
shift.
4. Checks reagents to be used by the next shift and brings out from the
refrigerator for equilibrium.
5. Prepares specimen and requests for send-out procedures.
F. BLOODBANKING AND TRANSFUSION
1. Collects, types and prepares blood and its components for
transfusions.
2. Performs preliminary screening and bleeding of donors.
3. Resolves incompatibility testing.
4. Files blood bank records.
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), (ASCPi)
American Medical Technologists (AMT)
American Heart Association (AHA)
Philippine Association of Medical Technologists (PAMET)
Department of Health and Medical Services (DOHMS-DUBAI)
SPECIAL SKILLS
Computer Literate (Microsoft office and Adobe Applications)
Excellent knowledge and application of the internet
Excellent knowledge in Laboratory Information System (LIS) Meditech
Perform Quality Control and Assay
Perform patient testing, quality controls and CAP surveys and
Alternate PTs
Excellent in performing phlebotomy in newborn, pediatrics and
geriatrics
REFERENCES
Dr. Aaron Han MD, PhD, FCAP
Director of Pathology
American Hospital Dubai - Department of Clinical Pathology and Laboratory
Medicine
P.O Box 5566 Oud Metha Road Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: 009**-**-*******
Mobile: (+971 ) 50 2278130
Mr. Carlo Kaabar
Laboratory Manager
American Hospital Dubai - Department of Clinical Pathology and Laboratory
Medicine
P.O Box 5566 Oud Metha Road Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: 009**-**-**** 6139
Email: ***********@*****.***.**
Mr. Abdulla Farzaneh MT. BB (ASCP)
Section Supervisor Blood Banking / Assist. Laboratory Manager
American Hospital Dubai - Department of Clinical Pathology and Laboratory
Medicine
P.O Box 5566 Oud Metha Road Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: 009**-**-**** 6674
Email:*********@*******.***
Dr. Antonia S. Raymundo, MD.
Chairman, USTH Pathology Laboratory
University of Santo Tomas Hospital, Clinical Pathologist
Tel No.: +632-***-****
Dr. Rodrigo C. Rodrigo,MD.
Pathology Consultant, Chief of Section of Clinical Chemistry
University of Santo Tomas Hospital, Clinical Pathologist
Tel No.: +632-***-**** locals 2554, 2426, 2611
Dr. Rosella L. Montano,MD.
Pathology Consultant, Chief of Section of Hematology and Clinical
Microscopy
University of Santo Tomas Hospital, Clinical Pathologist
Tel No.: +632-***-**** local 2554