Andrea Cristina Santiago
Rochester,NY
Summary
Dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist with over three years of experience, demonstrating a strong work ethic and adaptability while consistently delivering exceptional results. Skilled in multitasking, problem-solving, and effective communication. Able to work unsupervised and rapidly acquire new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY
05.2021 - Current
- Calibrated, performed quality control, and routine maintenance to keep laboratory equipment in satisfactory condition.
- Identified and corrected problems that could adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.
- Ensured proper documentation by conducting routine checks and recording use dates for controls, reagents, and calibrators.
- Conducted timely sample testing while adhering to the prescribed standards.
- Performed manual dilution verifications against onboard dilutions for SHBG immunoassay on the Cobas 801. Forms were recently signed off by the medical director.
- Prepared reports summarizing daily activities including any issues encountered during testing.
- Competent in Roche Cobas 8000 and Pro series instruments.
- Competent in Blood Gas analysis, Headspace Gas Chromatography.
- Competent performing Hb A1C testing, including all maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
- Competent and actively form part of Protein Electrophoresis Specialty Lab, with training in Urine, Serum, and Hemoglobin electrophoresis procedures as well as Gel Immunofixation.
Sales Associate
Carters Inc
Pittsford, NY
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Front Desk Office Assistant
Masters Office Supply Inc
Coamo, PR
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Received incoming calls and coordinated with staff to fulfill customer requests.
- Completed end-of-day reporting and balanced registers to maintain financial accuracy.
Education
Advanced Graduate Certificate - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Puerto Rico - Ponce
Ponce, PR05.2019
Skills
- Specimen Testing and Analysis
- Time Management
- Pipetting and performing serial dilutions
- Reagent Preparation
- Equipment Maintenance and operation
- Ability to multitask and quickly learn new procedures
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
University of Rochester
05.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
Carters Inc
06.2020 - 06.2021
Front Desk Office Assistant
Masters Office Supply Inc
11.2018 - 01.2020
Advanced Graduate Certificate - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Rochester
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Puerto Rico - Ponce
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