Edgar Galisim
St Louis,MO
Summary
Medical Laboratory Technician skilled in collecting and processing biological specimens for laboratory testing and analysis. Strong knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, procedural calibration and quality control review, assessment and subsequent reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Lab Technician
Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
St Louis, MO
12.2010 - Current
- Performed laboratory testing and operated automated equipment within limits.
- Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality and longevity.
Medical Technician
Barnes Jewish Hospital
St Louis, MO
02.2003 - Current
- (chemistry) provides test results for patient diagnosis and treatment by operating chemistry equipment; performing hand chemistries.
- (hematology) provides test results for patient diagnosis and treatment by operating hematology, urinalysis, and coagulation equipment; performing manual methods of differentials.
- Trained and mentored students and junior team members in laboratory protocols and compliance standards.
- Created reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information.
- Prepared solutions, stains, and reagents in accordance with standards.
- Performed various laboratory tests of blood samples, urine from patient.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
King Fahd Military Medical Complex
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
11.1999 - 04.2002
- Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
Phlebotomist
King Fahd Military Medical Complex
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
04.1996 - 10.1999
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Followed physician orders when administering therapeutic phlebotomy.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
King Khalid General Hospital
Hafar Al-Batin, Saudi Arabia
07.1993 - 05.1995
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality and longevity.
- Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
San Carlos Medical & Surgical Hospital
Pangasinan, Philippines
09.1989 - 10.1992
- Organizes work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; keeping work surfaces clean and orderly.
- Maintains quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced trouble shooting; calibrating equipment utilizing approved testing procedures; monitoring quality control measures and protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
LYCEUM NORTHWESTERN
DAGUPAN CITY, PANGASINAN PHILIPPINES03.1988
Skills
Clinical chemistry
Hematology
Lab equipment maintenance
Fluid analysis
Specimen collection
Timeline
Medical Lab Technician
Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
12.2010 - Current
Medical Technician
Barnes Jewish Hospital
02.2003 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
King Fahd Military Medical Complex
11.1999 - 04.2002
Phlebotomist
King Fahd Military Medical Complex
04.1996 - 10.1999
Medical Laboratory Technologist
King Khalid General Hospital
07.1993 - 05.1995
Medical Laboratory Technologist
San Carlos Medical & Surgical Hospital
09.1989 - 10.1992
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
LYCEUM NORTHWESTERN
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