Cephas Andoh
Tracy,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Clinical Laboratory Scientist well-versed in performing tests such as urinalysis, blood gasses and blood smears. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring over 15 years of related experience to challenging new role.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Illumina Inc.
02.2019 - Current
- Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality and longevity.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Maintained confidentiality of all client information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Led clinical trial protocol development and prepared amendments.
- Worked with clinical teams on study site visits and protocol training.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Identified and resolve technical and operational issues problems as guided by policies, and procedures, or guidance from leadership
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Queen Of The Valley Medical Center
05.2016 - 03.2020
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Ability to organize and time manage skills, prioritize multiple projects while delivering quality service to achieve the desire business results.
- Conducted hematological, Chemistry and Blood bank tests regularly.
- Conducted evaluations for as many as 100 patients daily, including chemical analysis, urinalysis and hematology.
- Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Rogosin Institute Of Immunogenetics & Transplantation
03.2013 - 06.2016
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Conducted HLA Typing, CDC & Flow Cytometry cross-matching and antibody screens tests regularly.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Huntington Hospital
04.2012 - 06.2016
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Conducted evaluations for as many as 100 patients daily, including chemical analysis, urinalysis and hematology.
- Recorded, reported and posted test results using Cerner .
- Conducted Blood bank types and screen tests regularly.
- Performed antibody screening and cross-matching tests regularly.
- Reported and documented critical results to physicians and nurses
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Quest Diagnostics
09.2009 - 12.2011
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Montefiore Medical Center
01.2008 - 09.2009
- Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results..
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with all applicable guidelines and laws.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital
07.2003 - 12.2008
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with all applicable guidelines and laws.
Education
Master of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT2012
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi, Ghana2003
Skills
- MEDITECH software
- Lab test analysis
- Medical research
- Laboratory procedures
- Microscopic techniques
- High level of autonomy
- Managing skills
- Reporting requirements
- Diagnostic tools
- Flow Cytometry Experience
Affiliations
- American Society of Clinical Pathologist(ASCP)
- American Society for Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics(ASHI)
Certification
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist California License
- New York State Medical Laboratory Scientist License
- ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
- ASHI Certified Histocompatibility Technologist (ASHI CHT)
- Licensed Biomedical Scientist (UK)
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Illumina Inc.
02.2019 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Queen Of The Valley Medical Center
05.2016 - 03.2020
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Rogosin Institute Of Immunogenetics & Transplantation
03.2013 - 06.2016
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Huntington Hospital
04.2012 - 06.2016
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Quest Diagnostics
09.2009 - 12.2011
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Montefiore Medical Center
01.2008 - 09.2009
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital
07.2003 - 12.2008
Master of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Quinnipiac University
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
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