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Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist IV

Lead scientist supervising up to 8 techs for Molecular PCR testing of WNV, HBV, HCV/HIV, and Parvovirus B19 virus. Performed viral marker and RCS manual and automated testing. Responsible for the interpretation, investigation, CAPA and reporting of critical issues including false positive test results. Liaison between clientele and management facilitating efficient communication of monthly analytical and pending reports.

• Significantly improved production by streamlining SOPs implementing and validating a new Roche Hamilton Star. Project was completed two weeks ahead of time.
• Ensured compliance with internal and AABB / FDA audits by maintaining QC documentation and testing records scrupulously.
• Mentored and cross-trained testing lab staff that resulted in consolidation / standardization and improved operational efficiency.
• Recipient of the [company name] 2013 Award of Excellence.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Molecular Hematology -oncology

Performed genetic molecular procedures which specialize in Leukemia testing through fragment analysis/capillary electrophoresis ( ABI 3500xl, ABI 3130xl ).

• Evaluated test performance by given criteria and reports clinical results from acceptable test runs.
• Was Responsible for QC of all new reagents and controls validation / parallel testing.
• Initiated and wrote QOR/CAPA reports under FDA-QSR environment to be reviewed by both QA manager and Lab director.
• Supervised and trained new employees on both administrative( data entry, accessioning, client services, supplies, inventory) and testing procedures.
• Wrote and edited new / existing SOP's
• Participated in assay development and assay performance efficiency and troubleshooting.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist Intern

Completed rotations in a variety of departments in hospital and reference laboratory settings.

• Studied and performed the different responsibilities and tasks required of a clinical laboratory scientist in various departments which include microbiology, mycology, hematology, chemistry, serology, immunology, and coagulation
• Completed exit exams within each individual rotation with a minimum of an 85% passing grade
• Provided guided tours of the reference laboratory facilities to groups ranging from 2-30 people
• Conducted voluntary outreach activities for local education facilities to include grade school, high school and community college

Clinical Laboratory Scientist/supervisor

Responsible for the set-up and design of a new laboratory and manage the Blood Bank Department and Chemistry Department of this 91 bed long term acute care hospital as well as hold position of Laboratory Safety Officer.

• Trained, supervised, educate, and evaluated performance of up to 12 clinical lab scientists and phlebotomists; conduct orientation sessions for nurses.
• Managed the laboratory quality control and point of care testing; responsible for phase-in of new lot of controls and conducted correlation studies.
• Wrote laboratory policies and procedures.
• Set-up new specialized test equipment including: Hematology Coulter Max-M, Vitros 250, and other laboratory instruments.
• Maintained, calibrated, and performed trouble shooting of all lab equipment.
• Monitored all lab supplies for the chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, hematology and blood bank departments.
• Generated monthly Quality Assurance reports.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Trained new employees and assisted in teaching students during their clinical [company name] rotation

• Developed a new policy for ensuring up-to-date nomenclature of reported organisms
• Collaborated in the development of Individualized Quality Control Plans (IQCP) for multiple department processes
• Assisted staff in performing various EPIC tasks
• Reviewed and updated several existing policies and procedures
• Performed a wide variety of testing on patient culture specimens as well as various quality control and maintenance processes
• Maintained a high level of efficiency while ensuring accurate results

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Performed routine and specialized laboratory tests in Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology, Coagulation, Blood Bank, and Bacteriology.

• Performed quality control procedures and preventive maintenance, and assisted with quality assurance activities.
• Performed venipunctures and obtained blood samples.
• Operated automated clinical test instruments and information systems. Received and provided reports and laboratory results.
• Documented follow-up and actions.
• Gave laboratory/test/specimen requirement and interpretive information to nurses, physicians and patients. Performed other duties as necessary.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Performed routine and specialized laboratory tests in Chemistry, Urinalysis, Hematology, Coagulation, Blood Bank, and Bacteriology.

• Performed quality control procedures and preventive maintenance, and assisted with quality assurance activities.
• Performed venipunctures and obtained blood samples.
• Operated automated clinical test instruments and information systems. Received and provided reports and laboratory results.
• Documented follow-up and actions.
• Gave laboratory/test/specimen requirement and interpretive information to nurses, physicians and patients. Performed other duties as necessary.

Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

• Supervised, trained, scheduled and evaluated twelve clinical technicians in all clinical areas, seven lab aides covering seven days a week on all shifts.
• Evaluated unusual patient results to determine if confirmatory testing was needed prior to releasing, reviewed Quality Control data on a daily basis in all areas.
• Validated hours for payroll for 19 people.
• Developed improvement plans for unsatisfactory performances.
• Insured compliance of routine procedures for accreditation for various agencies.
• Acted as a mediator between HR, Lab Management and personnel to implement policies and procedures.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Urinalysis, Operating Room Blood Gas Analysis

• Completed R&D projects for new assay methods of thyroglobulin antibody and thyroid peroxidase.
• Analyzed QC data for Remisol software implementation; conducted waste management of QC material.
• Initiated hospital-wide change for verbal critical call policies.
• Comfortable with abnormal hematology differentials due to a large pediatric and oncology population.
• Knowledge with microbiology set-ups of a variety of specimen cultures, abnormal Gram Stains, and manual tube and culture methods.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Generalist rotated through different laboratory departments such as hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, and blood bank.

• Performed variety of tests ranging in complexity.
• Ensured test-result validity before reporting results, earning a reputation for meticulous attention to detail.
• Maintained outstanding attendance throughout the five years.
• Worked hard to provide the best patient care possible with reporting accurate and timely test results to physicians and nurses.
• Quickly mastered the Cerner system.