Medical Technologist Quality Control
Resume:
Cephas Andoh, MT
Corona, NY 11368
***********@*****.***
Summary of Experiences
Experienced medical technologist with NYS certification, four years of experience as lab technologist including Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, immunology, Coagulation and Immunohematology
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 lab procedures. Work well under pressure and time constraints within high-volume environments.
Work Experience
Huntington Hospital
Medical Technologist
05/2012 – Present
Performed blood banking procedures using gel technology and Echo immune for blood typing, crossmatching, DAT and other blood bank test
Performed CBC using CD Ruby to perform and Clinical Chemistry tests.
Medical Technologist (Contract)
11/2011 – 04/2012 Maimonides Medical Center(Cancer Center)
Performed CBC, manual differential, performed BMP & CMP, Performed coagulation test.
Medical Technologist
09/2009 – 10/2011, Quest Diagnostics, Syosset, NY
Collect and prepare specimens and perform laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Verify record and report lab results on all performed tests. Ensure compliance with government requirements, hospital policies and laboratory procedures, including maintaining the cleanliness of lab equipment, instruments and work area.
Key Contributions:
Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and serology.
Perform CBC using LH750, performed automated urinalysis using Clinitek Atlas & Systemex UF 100. Performed coagulation test using Systemex CA7000.
Consistently commended for the timely, high-quality completion of both routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens.
Ensured test-result validity before recording/reporting results, earning a reputation for meticulous attention to detail.
Perform manual differential & urine microscopy.
Evaluated quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory test and measurement controls, and maintained compliance with CLIA, OSHA, safety and risk-management guidelines.
Medical Technologist
01/2008 – 12/2009, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY
Worked in Chemistry and Hematology Departments.
Key Contributions:
Operated and calibrated an assortment of laboratory/testing equipment and performed various chemical and microscopic tests.
Performed stat and routine testing on a variety of specimens quickly and accurately.
Perform CBC using CD 4000, Perform BMP, CMP, and most clinical chemistry test using LX 20. Using ABG 800 Flex to perform Blood gases.
Demonstrated the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff as a member of interdisciplinary team focused on providing exemplary quality of care
Maintained lab equipment and troubleshot/resolved instrument problems.
Quickly mastered Cerner system.
Medical Technologist
07/2003 – 11/2007, Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital, Ghana
Performed CBC using CD 1800, performed manual differential & urinalysis. Performed culture and sensitivity test using mini-Api semi-automated machine.
Performed BMP and CMP using ATAC 800.
Performed Immunological assays using Mini-Vidas semi-automated machine.
Performed semen analysis
Assistant Laboratory Manager
Education
08/2009 – 12/2011: Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT
MS Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences
10/1999 - 07/2003: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
BS Degree in Medical Technology
Certifications:
NYS -- Medical Technologist (MT), 2007, Albany, NY
Licensed Biomedical Sciences 2006, Scotland, UK
Eligible for ASCP
Skills
Skill Name
Skill Level
Last Used/Experience
Clinical Assays
Expert
Currently used/4 years
Clinical Microbiology
Expert
Currently used/4 years
Lab Equipment Calibration
Expert
Currently used/4 years
CLIA & OSHA Compliance
Expert
Currently used/4 years
Test Result Validity Verification
Expert
Currently used/4 years
Lab Testing & Reporting
Expert
Currently used/4 years
Quality Control
Expert
Currently used/4 years
Additional Information
Available for all shifts and extended work hours. Relocating to anywhere in the US.
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