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Education
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Elirey J. Rodriguez

Elirey J. Rodriguez

Union City,USA

Summary

Aspiring Clinical Laboratory Scientist Trainee with a strong foundation in biology and clinical research, seeking a CPT 1 role to leverage specimen collection expertise and advance laboratory diagnostics proficiency as a step toward achieving a CLS license. Eager to contribute advanced clinical knowledge and hands-on lab experience to support accurate diagnostics and quality patient care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Lead & Cash Management Lead

Harborside
08.2020 - 11.2023
  • Management and Compliance: Supervised a team across various departments, enforcing SOPs and quality control measures that are critical for laboratory accuracy and compliance with company policies and state regulations
  • Employee Training: Conducted training for new employees across departments in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality control, and cash handling, establishing high standards of accuracy and consistency
  • Compliance Oversight: Ensured team compliance with state laws and internal policies, focusing on inventory control, safety, and customer interaction standards critical for patient-centered roles
  • Cash Management: Oversaw cash handling procedures, including resolving transaction discrepancies, data corrections, cash deposits, and report preparation, maintaining high accuracy and accountability
  • Customer Services and Care: Fostered strong relationships with customers through attentive service, educating them on product details, and best practice skills in customer care
  • Managed a team of 10 or more employees, providing guidance and support
  • Resolved customer complaints in an efficient manner while maintaining quality standards

Technician/Facilities

710 Labs
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Maintained sterile production environments, preventing contamination, and ensuring adherence to lab safety protocols, including sanitation, hazard control, and sterilization procedures

Education

Phlebotomy Training Program -

CalRegional Phlebotomy Training Program And Externship
12.2024

Clinical Research & Analysis -

University of San Diego Extended Studies
08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Nevada, Reno
12.2017

Skills

  • Specimen collection
  • Venipuncture
  • Capillary puncture
  • Specimen labeling
  • Infection control
  • PCR
  • Gel electrophoresis
  • Gram staining
  • Cell culturing
  • Gene splicing
  • Laboratory equipment use and maintenance
  • Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
  • Microbial growth and metabolism analysis
  • Clinical research data entry and analysis
  • Protocol adherence
  • Customer/Patient communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Bilingual - Fluent in Spanish

Certification

  • Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) Trainee License
  • LFS/CDPH CPT-1
  • American Heart Association BLS Certification

Accomplishments

  • Senior Project on Fermentation Efficiency, Developed optimized environments for maximum fermentation efficiency, exploring fractional distillation to obtain the purest biofuel product possible.
  • Green Chemistry and Sustainability Presentation, Applied 12 principles of green chemistry to lab protocols, specifically focusing on renewable feedstock and pollution prevention.

References

  • Adeh Skandarian, GM Harborside, (408) 621-4152, adehskandarian@gmail.com
  • Danielle Dones, CalRegional CPT-1 Instructor, (510) 314-6013

Academic Laboratory Knowledge Skills

  • Medical Microbiology, Skilled in diagnosing infections and diseases, microorganism identification, and laboratory techniques including cell culturing, gram staining, and microscopy.
  • Clinical Hematology, Knowledgeable in blood disorders, including deficiency diagnostics, laboratory testing, and related safety protocols essential for phlebotomy and clinical lab roles.
  • Clinical Chemistry, Proficient in clinical laboratory practices, specimen analysis, and use of diagnostic tools for assessing chemical interactions and disease markers.
  • Immunology, Strong understanding of the immune system, including innate and adaptive immune responses, as well as diagnostics for immunodeficiency disorders and diseases.
  • Genetics and Cell Biology, Experience with PCR, gel electrophoresis, gene splicing, and cell structure analysis, with an emphasis on identifying mutations and chemical compound interactions.
  • Biochemistry and Organic Chemistry, Conducted detailed studies in molecular interactions, batch/flow reactors, fractional distillation, and chemical reactions for both laboratory and clinical applications.

Languages

English
Native language
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteHybridRemote

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programsPaid time offHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leave401k matchCompany CultureWork-life balance

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Sales Lead & Cash Management Lead

Harborside
08.2020 - 11.2023

Technician/Facilities

710 Labs
06.2020 - 08.2020

Phlebotomy Training Program -

CalRegional Phlebotomy Training Program And Externship

Clinical Research & Analysis -

University of San Diego Extended Studies

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Nevada, Reno
Elirey J. Rodriguez