CARMEN CASTRO
Miami,FL
Summary
Meticulous Medical Technologist experienced in performing techniques like gram stains, urinalysis, and analyzing laboratory assays. Well-organized and disciplined with a methodical approach to handling specimens and conducting tests. Prepared to offer my experience in the field to a new position with room for advancement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist Microbiology
University of Miami / Labcorp
Miami, FL
11.2022 - Current
- Provided extensive support to three technologists and lab assistants in the tracking, retrieval, and analysis of regulatory decisions impacting more than 500 patient samples.
- Demonstrated proficiency in independent work involving AFB decontamination and digestion bench, using Phosphate buffer to increase the yield of tubercle bacilli for over 20 patients daily.
- Operated and maintained the Bactec Blood culture system for culturing and detecting microorganisms in blood specimens. Including interpreting the positive bottle values and promptly communicating the results to the attending medical staff.
- Ensured accurate and reliable results for both basic and complex bacteriologic and microscopic tests on various samples including blood, stool, urine, tissue, mucus, and spinal fluid.
Medical Technologist Chemistry
Moffit Cancer Center, USF
Tampa , FL
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Throughout a series of 10-hour work shifts, successfully executed more than 1000 routine and stat chemistry profiles. Duties included reviewing and releasing test results via the Cerner/LIS system.
- Efficiently ran and monitored six Abbott Alinity Ci-series instruments at the same time with precision and accuracy, to ensure all tests were completed within the designated turnaround times.
- Diligently prepared and loaded reagents, performed instrument calibration, and conducted quality control testing for daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance so that all were operating at peak efficiency.
- Executed thorough analysis of urine samples to determine their chemical composition and cell count utilizing both Clinitek and Iris iQ/Velocity as well, as for osmolality, by using the OsmoPro analyzer.
Pathology Lab Assistant
AdventHealth Hospital
Tampa, FL
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided complete management of the filing system, making sure that every block, slide, and pathology report was properly stored and easily retrievable.
- Operated computerized lab equipment to preserve tissue specimens for examination by fixing, dehydrating, and infiltrating them with wax.
- Effectively collected and assessed tissue samples with precision, while ensuring their precise correspondence with the order through the utilization of at least two identifiers.
- Excelled at FNA collections, demonstrating a strong ability to follow procedures with diligence. Prepared blood and tissue smears with carefulness and accurately identified all slides before data and entry labeling.
Education
Vocational Certification - Medical Laboratory Technology
Erwin Technical College
Tampa, FL08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12-2016
Certification
- FL License TN53376
Timeline
Medical Technologist Microbiology
University of Miami / Labcorp
11.2022 - Current
Medical Technologist Chemistry
Moffit Cancer Center, USF
07.2021 - 10.2022
Pathology Lab Assistant
AdventHealth Hospital
03.2018 - 03.2019
Vocational Certification - Medical Laboratory Technology
Erwin Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of South Florida
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