HETAL SOJITRA, MT

Hetal B Sojitra, MT (AMT)

*** **** ******* ***., *** # 2, Huntingdon, PA 16652

814-***-****

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Summary

• American Medical Technologists (AMT) certified Medical Technologist with more than three years of experience in performing complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic and bacteriological tests and bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and Medical Laboratory Technology

• Currently working as MT at J C B lair Hospital, Huntingdon PA

• Great knowledge of chemical, biological and mathematical principles, and of laboratory instrumentation, method principles and techniques

• Proficiency at observing safety precautions and handling of infectious specimens

Professional Experience

Indian Red Cross Society, Navsari, Gujarat, India (February 2005 – March 2008)

Medical Laboratory Technologist

• Blood collection from donors (phlebotomy)

• Blood grouping (both by cell and serum method) and hemoglobin estimation

• Cross matching by saline, albumin and anti-globulin (tube) technique as well as column technique using Sephadex gel

• Testing for TTI (Transfusion Transmissible Infection) by rapid assays (Flow through and Lateral flow methods) and ELISA using semi automated and fully automated systems

• Prepared different components from whole human blood with and without use of Automatic Component Exactor and Sterile Connecting Device

• Prepared various solutions and reagents for use in laboratory

• Tested quality of different reagents and blood components prepared at the blood bank.

• Reported to various Government Agencies, State and National Red Cross Head Quarters on monthly and yearly basis in addition to maintaining different registers and documents

• Maintained various perishable and non-perishable items

• Operated Variant and Coulter Machine for Thalassemia testing

• Pre- and post-Thalassemia Counseling to general public

Saxena Pathology Laboratory, Navsari, Gujarat, India (August 2004 – February 2005)

Medical Laboratory Technologist

• Collected and Prepared specimens and performed laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis treatments & prevention of disease

• Verified record & report of lab results on all performed tests

• Executed & analyzed tests in areas including Chemistry, Hematology, Serology, Bacteriology & urinalysis to aid physicians in diagnosing & treating disease

• Consistently commended for the timely, high-quality completion of both routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens (including blood & other body fluids, skin scrapings & surgical specimens)

• Operated SYSMEX KX-21 and Beckman Coulter Fully automated blood cell analyzer, DT-60 system Dry Chemistry Analyzer & SEAC CH-100 semi auto biochemistry analyzer

• Demonstrated the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians, pathologists & nursing staff as a member of interdisciplinary team focused on providing exemplary quality of care

• Ensured test-result validity before recording/reporting results, earning a reputation for meticulous attention to details

• Evaluated quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory test & measurement controls

Education

U.S. Equivalency Summary: Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology and Medical Laboratory Technology (2000 – 2004)

Credential Evaluation Authority: World Education Services (WES)

University: Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, Gujarat, India

Other Activities

• Participated in workshop and CME on ‘Updates in Transfusion Medicine’, Indian Red Cross Society, Navsari, India (2006)

• Participated in ‘Training on District Disaster Response Team’, Indian Red Cross Society, Navsari, India (2007)

• Participated in CME on ‘Trouble Shooting in Different Blood Bank procedures’, Indian Red Cross Society, Navsari, India (2007)

• Currently Volunteering at CVIM as Phlebotomist.

Skills

• Competent in Windows based operating system, MS Word and internet navigating tools

• Excellent knowledge of GLP and SOPs

• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a positive attitude

• Communication, multi-tasking and time management skills

• Quick learner and work independently as well as in team environment

• Able to prioritize and organized workload to meet timely and sensitive deadline

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