Dennis Chua
Crofton,MD
Summary
A highly skilled Lead Medical Technologist, with more than twenty years of experience in a large hospital setting, with a proven track record of successfully managing and optimizing laboratory operations while ensuring topnotch quality control.
Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on fostering a positive work environment which are the best qualities that a successful Hematology lab supervisor must possess.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medical Technologist (Hematology)
VA Medical Center
07.2018 - Current
- Maintained patient confidence and protected hospital by keeping information confidential.
- Created reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information.
- Conserved laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies to accomplish job results.
- Evaluated quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory test and measurement controls.
- Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
- Established and monitored quality assurance programs and activities to maintain accuracy of laboratory results.
- Managed routine laboratory operations and supervised employees.
- Altered and adjusted methods and procedures to comply with age-specific competency guidelines.
Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist
University Of Maryland Medical Center
03.2002 - Current
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting variances in results and blood product performance.
- Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Trinity University of Asia (Trinity College)
Quezon City, Philippines03.1982
Skills
- Quality Control Data Analysis
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Analyzing Test Results
- Direct Supervision
- Project Management
- Multitasking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Effective Team leader
- Dedicated Team player
Timeline
Lead Medical Technologist (Hematology)
VA Medical Center
07.2018 - Current
Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist
University Of Maryland Medical Center
03.2002 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Trinity University of Asia (Trinity College)