Christopher Garcia
Summary
Dependable medical laboratory professional with extensive clinical laboratory experience, specializing in specimen processing and staff training. Demonstrates proficiency in laboratory information systems, test order verification, and various diagnostic techniques, ensuring accurate and timely laboratory results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Accessioning Supervisor
Ammon Labs
Linden
01.2022 - Current
- Manages employee training and creates training material for all new hires in accessioning.
- Ensured timely specimen processing and accurate laboratory testing by supporting workflow and adherence to protocols.
- Review specimen acceptability, labeling accuracy, collection requirements, and test order completeness.
- Coordinated communication among laboratory staff, couriers, providers, and client services to resolve specimen and order issues effectively.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss project updates and address concerns.
- Assisted techs in loading samples and refilling reagents on Olympus instruments to maintain operational efficiency.
- Operated and maintained LC/MS instruments and ANALYST software in laboratory settings.
Clinical Experience - Hematology
Summit Health
Woodland Park
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Acquired clinical experience with Sysmex hematology analyzers, CellaVision digital morphology, Stago STA Max coagulation instrumentation, and Alcor iSED ESR testing to support accurate diagnostic processes.
- Executed and assessed CBC testing, automated differentials, peripheral smear findings, coagulation studies, and ESR testing, ensuring specimen acceptability, quality control review, and result verification under supervision.
- Managed daily operational tasks in a timely manner.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Clinical Experience - Blood Bank
Bergen New Bridge
Paramus
02.2026 - 03.2026
- Performed routine blood bank testing using Ortho Clinical Diagnostics system, ensuring accuracy in test results.
- Acquired foundational knowledge in ABO/Rh typing, antibody screening, compatibility testing, and transfusion reaction workup concepts to support patient care.
Lab Aide/ Specimen Processing Team lead
Ammon Labs
Linden
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Handled, aliquoted, and processed multiple specimen types, including urine, blood, saliva, and oropharyngeal swabs, ensuring compliance with quality standards
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Rutgers School of Health Professions/ Kean University
Newark, NJ08-2026
Associates - Biology
Union County College
Cranford, NJ01-2022
Skills
- LIS System Management
- Specimen processing
- Pre-Analytical Quality Control
- Inventory management
- Staff training
- Problem resolution
Accomplishments
- Summa Cum Laude
- Academic Excellence Award Winner 2026
Affiliations
- Vice President, Medical Laboratory Science Student Association
Timeline
Clinical Experience - Hematology
Summit Health
03.2026 - 05.2026
Clinical Experience - Blood Bank
Bergen New Bridge
02.2026 - 03.2026
Accessioning Supervisor
Ammon Labs
01.2022 - Current
Lab Aide/ Specimen Processing Team lead
Ammon Labs
01.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Rutgers School of Health Professions/ Kean University
Associates - Biology
Union County College