Elba Mercado
Advent Health Fish Memorial
Orange City,FL
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Language
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Certification
24
years of professional experience
Diligent Medical Laboratory Scientist with robust background in medical laboratory sciences and history of contributing to diagnostic accuracy and patient care. Proven ability to efficiently conduct and analyze complex laboratory tests, ensuring reliable results. Demonstrated proficiency in quality control and adept at using advanced laboratory equipment.
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
2 Years 9 Months- Performed routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens for the Microbiology, Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Serology
- Operated the equipment in the respective areas of specialization
- Performed quality control and maintenance procedures
- Evaluated validity of laboratory data including LJ review for trending
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members working closely with physicians, nurses, therapists to customize individual patient care
- Worked independently and organized to meet results reporting deadlines established by hospital policies
Medical Laboratory Scientist
24 Years 2 Months- Performed routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens for the Microbiology, Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Serology and POC departments
- Operated and calibrated the equipment in the respective areas of specialization
- Performed quality control and maintenance procedures
- Evaluated validity of laboratory data including LJ review for trending
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members working closely with physicians, nurses, therapists to customize individual patient care
- Worked independently and organized to meet results reporting deadlines established by hospital policies
- Chemistry department Roche reagents inventory
- Always complies with regulations and procedures
- Oriented and trained new personnel
- Former Performance Improvement Coordinator
Traveling Medical Laboratory Scientist
6 Months- Performed routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens for the Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Serology departments
- Operated and calibrated the equipment in the respective areas of specialization
- Performed quality control and maintenance procedures
- Evaluated validity of laboratory data
- Worked independently and organized to meet results reporting deadlines established by hospital policies
Education
Post-Bachelor Certificate - Medical Technologist
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Skills
Strong analytical and documentation skills
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Teamwork
Strong work ethic
Certification
2002-05, MLS (ASCP), 2012-04, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
Languages
English and Spanish
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Advent Health Deltona ER
12.2023 - CurrentRead More
Traveling Medical Laboratory Scientist
HCA Florida Blake Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2022Read More
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Advent Health Fish Memorial
07.2002 - CurrentRead More
University of Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Science from Microbiology
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University of Sacred Heart
Post-Bachelor Certificate from Medical Technologist
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