Medical Technologist Laboratory Technician

ER Eleanor Roberts

Saint Augustine, FL ***** *********@***.***

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Dedicated Medical Professional with 23 years of experience in a fast-paced hospital setting. Possessed special sensitivity to meeting diverse needs in varied situations. Key strengths include: Remain calm and professional during times of critical needs. Strong analytical skills, easily assessed conditions and implement appropriate intervention. Relate well to people from a variety of cultures and socio-economic conditions. Proven record of reliability and responsibility. SKILLS Technical Troubleshooting

Specimen Testing and Analysis

Universal Precautions

Microscopic Techniques

Specimen Processing

Patient Privacy

Equipment Testing and Calibration

Patient Data Processing

Knowledgeable in Chemistry

Interpreting Laboratory Results

Medical Laboratory Equipment

Collecting Medical Samples

Computerized Tracking

Medical Histories and Vital

Statistics

Hazardous Chemicals

Biohazardous Waste Disposal

Heel Sticks

Performing Urinalysis

White Blood Cell Counting

Biological Chemistry

Information Technology

Laboratory Information System

(LIS)

Lab Specimen Collection

Microorganism Identification

Reagent Preparation

Gram Staining

Competency Assessment

Gel Electrophoresis

Standard Methods

Laboratory Automation

Cell Abnormalities

Blood Sample Testing

Flame Photometers

WORK HISTORY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST GENERALIST 03/2004 to 01/2012 Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, Jacksonville

Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.

Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations. Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results. Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST GENERALIST 04/1987 to 05/2004 St Vincent Medical Center Jacksonville, FL

Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.

Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations. Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results. Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.

Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs. Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.

Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.

Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.

Participated in procedure and instrument development activities. Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using Software for storage and retrieval.

Identified test system abnormalities with potential for negatively affecting test performance or reporting and corrected issues. Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST GENERALIST 06/1991 to 07/1997 Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, FL

Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.

Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations. Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results. Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.

Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs. Participated in procedure and instrument development activities. Obtained and analyzed routine Type and Type samples according to specific diagnostic criteria.

EDUCATION BSMT Medical Laboratory Technology

Philippine Women's University, Manila, Philippines ASMT Associate in Science Medical Technology

FSCJ, Jacksonville, FL

CERTIFICATIONS MT - Medical Technologist

MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician

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