Medical Technologist

Darlene M. Rodman

**** ****** *** *****, **** Worth FL 33467 - 860-***-**** (C) - *******.******@*****.***

Professional Summary

Medical Technologist with 21 years of hospital experience in Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Immunohematology,

Chemistry, and Microbiology.

Certifications and License

Medical Technologist, Board of Registry (ASCP) 1993

Clinical Laboratory Scientist, National Certifying Agency 1993

Florida Generalist Medical Technology License- TN 45117

Current Skills Summary

Experienced in Hematology (automated CBC, Responsible for stat Microbiology procedures (Gram

manual differentials, manual body fluid cell stain and subculture of positive blood cultures,

counts, Erythrocyte sedimentation rates, processing and gram staining of CSF, Trichomonas Wet

manual reticulocyte counts and crystal Prep examination, and processing of all other

analysis). specimens onto appropriate media).

Able to perform routine Coagulation studies Routinely performs, interprets, and reports rapid

(PT/INR, PTT, D-Dimer, Fibrinogen, Fibrin testing (Strep A, Influenza A/B, RSV, Rotovirus, HIV,

Degradation Products, Platelet Function and Monospot, Occult Blood, Fetal Fibronectin, Amnisure

Aspirin testing ). ROM, and qualitative pregnancy testing).

Proficient in all aspects of automated clinical Able to manually identify unexpected antibodies using

instrumentation (quality control, test panel cells and MTS Gel or Tube methods and screen

calibration, analyzer maintenance and the appropriate number of donor units so as to identify

troubleshooting). antigen negative RBCs for transfusion.

Experienced with automated and manual Excellent problem solver. Able to work both

Urinalysis and microscopic examination. independently and cooperatively as part of a team.

Extensive experience in specimen processing Follows established policies and protocols, practices

and dispatch. age appropriate patient care and uses appropriate PPD.

Computer literate including Microsoft

Actively participates in CAP surveys, internal

Windows, SCC SoftLab, and Sunquest

proficiency testing, and continuing education.

Laboratory.

Employment History

Medical Technologist IIIB - Overnight Charge Technologist

Bethesda Memorial Hospital- Boynton Beach, FL (June 2013 to Current)

Bethesda Memorial Hospital is a 401 bed acute care community not-for-profit hospital.

Fully trained and independently functioning in the areas of Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Immunohematology,

Microbiology and Dispatch.

Darlene M. Rodman

6165 Silver Oak Drive, Lake Worth FL 33467 - 860-***-**** (C) - *******.******@*****.***

Senior Medical Technologist - Overnight Generalist

Day Kimball Hospital Putnam, CT (March 2001 to June 2013)

Day Kimball Hospital is a 104-bed acute care community not-for-profit hospital located in Putnam, CT serving Northeast

Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.

Sole Overnight Technologist responsible for all patient testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis,

Immunohematology, and Microbiology. Responsible for completing Quality Control, Calibrations, and Maintenance on

all automated and semi-automated analyzers prior to the arrival of the Day Shift staff so as to facilitate a seamless shift

change.

Medical Technologist - Division of Microbiology

Hartford Hospital Hartford, CT (June 1993 to March 2001)

Hartford Hospital is a 867-bed major teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut Medical School,

the only Level 1 Trauma Center serving the New England region and operates the state's only air ambulance

system.

Fully trained and proficient in Bacteriology including Antimicrobial and Antifungal Susceptibility testing, Parasitology,

Mycobacteriology, Mycology, Serology, Immunology, and Western Blot Technique. Wrote procedures and performed

validation studies. Responsible for training new employees, Microbiology fellows, Pathology residents, MT and MLT

students.

Clinical Chemist- Division of Clinical Chemistry

Hartford Hospital Hartford, CT (June 1991 to June 1993)

Performed Automated and Manual Chemistry analysis of whole blood, serum, and body fluids including Blood Gas and

Ionized Calcium analysis. Identified all critical values and follow up according to established protocols and procedures.

Participated in all phases of Quality Control and maintenance to ensure validity of all test results.

Education and Training

Hartford Hospital School of Allied Health Hartford, CT

Clinical Year: Medical Technology

University of Connecticut School of Allied Health Professions Storrs, CT

Bachelor of Science: Medical Technology

Quinebaug Valley Community College Danielson, CT

Associate of Arts and Sciences: General Studies

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