Andrea Timothy-Duran
Enfield,CT
Summary
Experienced Medical Technologist with 34 years as a Generalist and 2.5 years as a Supervisor. Possesses excellent Clinical Laboratory skills, with commended performance conducting/analyzing laboratory assays with minimal medical or healthcare error. Resolve 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. Also work well independently.
Demonstrated to perform laboratory tests and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease. Consistently employs methodical approaches to analyze results, establish procedures and use computers and specialized instruments for accurate and precise testing.
Multi-talented Generalist well-versed in all areas of the Laboratory. Prepares and organizes materials, solves problems with minimal input and satisfies diverse daily needs. Adept at switching roles smoothly and completing simultaneous tasks with attention to detail and quality.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Technologist, Generalist
CLS/ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER
05.1989 - 09.2004
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- 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
JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
08.2001 - 08.2018
- Worked as a Generalist independently on 3rd shift, where I obtained the samples and processed them.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- 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.
- Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using SUNQUEST for storage and retrieval.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Handled all problems with minimal input from supervisors as I worked independently.
- Kept work areas clean and neat to promote efficient operations.
Medical Technologist
Hartford Hospital
05.2013 - 06.2017
- Worked Part-Time in Hematology and Chemistry on 3rd shift
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
Medical Technologist, Generalist
ECHN/Prospect Medical Group
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Covered all shifts to help with workflow.
CLINICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY SUPERVISOR
ECHN/PROSPECT MEDICAL GROUP
01.2021 - Current
- Identified and understood regulatory requirements to comply with laws and regulations.
- Liaised with laboratory leadership to keep expenses within departmental budget.
- Monitored specimen preparation and test analyses to maintain acceptable levels of analytic performance.
- Executed and documented lab corrective action when test systems deviated from established performance specifications.
- Adhered to proper resource allocation and coordination to drive maximum personnel productivity and control departmental supply expenses.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results. Including but not limited to Serum Protein Electrophoresis.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices.
- Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
- Assessed new protocols and equipment for relevance and helped implement chosen updates.
- Reviewed test volumes with laboratory leadership to maintain established turn-around-times.
- Documented and verified patient information using Meditech,
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
05.1989
CLINICAL PRACTICUM: St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Skills
- Able to analyze specimens in most areas including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology, Blood Bank and some Microbiology
- Worked with instruments such as Beckman AU, Advia, Sysmex, Clinitek Advantus, Cobas, Vista, Centaur, Immulite, Helena SPIFE, VIDAS, Cepheid, Cobas, and GEM
- Proficient in Laboratory Information Systems such as Epic, Horizon Lab, Sunquest and Meditech
- Cleaning and Disinfection
- Regulatory Standards
- Corrective Actions
- Verify Laboratory Results
- Microorganism Identification
- Reagent Preparation
- Equipment Testing and Calibration
- Blood Sample Testing
- Patient Safety Coach
Affiliations
American Society for Clinical Pathology(ASCP), 2001
Traveling, Baking
I love traveling to all inclusive resorts. I really enjoy cruising.
I am the resident baker for work. My peers love my baking and I enjoy baking for them.
Timeline
CLINICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY SUPERVISOR - ECHN/PROSPECT MEDICAL GROUP
01.2021 - Current
Medical Technologist, Generalist - ECHN/Prospect Medical Group
08.2018 - 01.2021
Medical Technologist - Hartford Hospital
05.2013 - 06.2017
Medical Technologist, Generalist - JOHNSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
08.2001 - 08.2018
Medical Technologist, Generalist - CLS/ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER
05.1989 - 09.2004
University of Hartford - Bachelor of Science, Medical Technology
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