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Antonio Loza

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Blood services implementation specialist with years of experience implementing validation plans, leading and managing projects and maintaining quality programs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Blood Services Implementation Specialist Level 1

SCC Soft Computer
07.2024 - Current
  • Manage and lead the end-to-end implementation of blood services software systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with regulatory FDA, AABB and CAP standards
  • Perform system testing, data migration and validation to ensure proper functionality of Softbank software and integration with existing hospital or healthcare IT systems
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, clinical, and operational departments, to ensure smooth system integration and effective use of blood services platforms
  • Develop and deliver training sessions for staff on new software and procedures, ensuring effective user adoption

Medical Lab Scientist-Blood Bank

Mayo Clinic Hospital
12.2020 - 07.2024
  • Test and troubleshoot blood bank instrumentation such Immucor solid phase instruments and general lab equipment such as centrifuges, washers, timers, etc
  • Help implement and test validation plans for the movement of equipment to new lab space
  • Create, revise and implement new procedures and quality plans for laboratory equipment
  • Performed internal audits to improve patient safety and laboratory process, to ensure FDA and CLIA regulations are being followed

Medical Lab Scientist

Banner University Medical Center
08.2018 - 12.2020
  • Performed complex blood types and antibody workups for patients ranging from neonates to trauma patients
  • Assisted in the expansion of the blood bank department by adhering to CAP regulations
  • Acted as a resource for sister hospitals by navigating various laboratory information systems and procedures
  • Communicated with health care providers and caregivers to determine best transfusion requirements for patients

Clinical Lab Assistant

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
02.2017 - 08.2018
  • Assisted in detail-oriented work in the microbiology and blood bank department by learning various workflows
  • Helped train and educate new employees and students in laboratory procedures
  • Participated in transfusion audits to ensure proper CAP regulations were being followed

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science

Arizona State University
05.2016

Skills

  • Teamwork oriented
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Immucor NEO IRIS super user
  • Self-motivated
  • Access
  • EPIC/BEAKER
  • SOFTBANK/SOFTLAB
  • Microsoft Office
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Fast learner

Certification

  • American Society for Clinical Pathology BB (ASCP), 02/20, Current
  • Information Technology in Blood Banking & Transfusion Services

Timeline

Blood Services Implementation Specialist Level 1

SCC Soft Computer
07.2024 - Current

Medical Lab Scientist-Blood Bank

Mayo Clinic Hospital
12.2020 - 07.2024

Medical Lab Scientist

Banner University Medical Center
08.2018 - 12.2020

Clinical Lab Assistant

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
02.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science

Arizona State University
Antonio Loza