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Summary
A highly trained Public Health microbiologist with vast experience in performing a variety multi-skilled functions including sample receiving and handling, performing routine serological and molecular testing and reporting results in a timely manner. Assisted in variety of areas including validation of new testing methods, training new laboratory assistants and providing pertinent information to clients about testing and methodology. Qualification summary Core Skills Over 10 years experience working in a laboratory setting with 5 years in public health setting and 8 years in a industry microbiology lab Crossed trained in a multitude of testing platforms that include molecular and serological methods Highly proficient in methods and practices of ISO and ELAP standards for microbiological analysis and interpretation of results. In depth knowledge of laboratory regulations and quality control that are required by governing bodies including CLIA
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Microbiologist
American Chemical Society
Stanford, CA
01.2019 - Current
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- Currently performing routing testing on mycobacteriology samples that include sputum processing, primary samples and clinical isolates
- Highly proficient in molecular based testing including NAAT probe testing for MTBc and RT-PCR for C.auris
- In depth knowledge of sample extraction and testing for COVID-19 specimens
- Trained and performing serological and molecular methods to test and analyze infectious diseases such as Hepatitis, HIV, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis and Rabies
- Cross trained on multiple testing platforms that include Panther systems, Abbott Architect, RT-PCR systems
- Applying universal safety procedures to laboratory hazards
- Understanding and performing procedures that are associated with the handling of specimens containing potential infectious agents that include blood, stool, and urine
- Interpreting results from several testing procedure for correct identification of infectious agents and quantifiable results
- Operating routine laboratory equipment, performing functional checks, and maintaining proper documentation of equipment records
- Performing all quality control activities that include following appropriate regulation and necessary guidelines as indicated by CLIA
- Having experience utilizing the Laboratory Information System at different phases of the testing process
- Helped trained newer staff with QC techniques and new equipment
- Crossed trained in different laboratory testing methods in order to provide backup testing both within different departments.
Micro Assistant
County Of Orange Public Health Laboratory/Water Quality Laboratory
City, STATE
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Working knowledge of current microbiological principles, regulations and techniques used for testing current recreational and domestic water samples
- Performed routine testing on environmental water samples that include recreational water samples and domestic samples following ELAP and TNI regulations using membrane filtrations, colilert-18
- Experience in both traditional and molecular methods for sample preparation that include membrane filtrations testing and DNA extraction
- Handle incoming specimens with care and properly logged them into the laboratory information system
- Performed QC and maintained proper documentations and records of operational equipment, media, reagents and key features needed for daily and monthly checks
- Communicated professionally with clients about laboratory sampling and answering technical questions
Public Health Microbiologist Trainee
County Of Orange Public Health Laboratory
City, STATE
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Trained on policy, processing and routine technical laboratory testing and analysis on various samples including stool, sputum, urine and blood
- Trained on both conventional and molecular based test methods on organisms that of public health concern that include gonorrhea, tuberculosis, salmonella, HIV
- Practice proper laboratory techniques that include biological safety and precautions
- Acquired advanced knowledge on several important public health topics including microbiological diagnostics, pathogenicity of infecting agents and serological/molecular methods, practices and policies
- Interpreting results from various methods including biochemical testing and molecular methods
Lab technician
DFA Of CA
City, STATE
07.2009 - 01.2017
- Perform required microbiological analysis on samples following ISO and ELAP regulation as dictated by SOPs
- Maintained daily records of equipment and maintenance of the lab as to accordance to ISO and ELAP regulations
- In depth knowledge of several ISO regulated microbiological methods and ELAP water testing procedures that include Ecoli, Coliform, Fecal Coliform, Listeria, Salmonella, Yeast and Mold analysis
- Highly experience in various techniques that include pour plate, Petri film, fermentation tube methods analysis, and bacterial ID that include VIDAS, qPCR confirmation, and working knowledge of tests kits including API 20 E,API Listeria, MicroID and MicroID Listeria
- Using proper technique to prepare daily materials that include several types of media for sample analysis
- Analyzing and interpreting sample results
- Entering results in LIMS system data base and sending results out to customers
- Provided customer service and help with the interpretation of results and general information about testing technique
Education
Public Health Microbiology License - Biology
Orange County Public Health
B.S - undefined
Valencia High School
High School Diploma - undefined
California State University of Fresno
Additional Information
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Timeline
Public Health Microbiologist
American Chemical Society
01.2019 - Current
Micro Assistant
County Of Orange Public Health Laboratory/Water Quality Laboratory
07.2018 - 12.2018
Public Health Microbiologist Trainee
County Of Orange Public Health Laboratory
01.2018 - 06.2018
Lab technician
DFA Of CA
07.2009 - 01.2017
Public Health Microbiology License - Biology
Orange County Public Health
B.S - undefined
Valencia High School
High School Diploma - undefined
California State University of Fresno