Ernie Alaan
Las Vegas
Summary
Clinical Lab Technologist with extensive experience at Dignity Health, specializing in chemical analysis and quality control. Enhanced laboratory accuracy through meticulous data verification and effective instrumentation maintenance. Demonstrated leadership in supervising teams and training staff, ensuring optimal specimen processing and adherence to regulatory standards.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Lab Technologist
Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican - Siena Campus
Henderson
02.2016 - 02.2025
- Conducted chemical analyses of body fluids to identify normal and abnormal components.
- Verified accuracy of laboratory findings and results within CERNER (LIS).
- Established and monitored Quality Control data to ensure laboratory result accuracy.
- Performed scheduled maintenance on all assigned instrumentation, including monthly and weekly tasks.
- Supervised and trained laboratory assistants in testing and specimen processing protocols.
- Managed responsibilities across Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Chemistry, and Transfusion Medicine.
- Utilized various lab instruments including Hematology-DXH 300 and Chemistry-Architect.
- Demonstrated phlebotomy skills to support specimen collection processes.
Clinical Lab Tech - Shift Lead Night Shift
Valley Hospital - Core Lab
Las Vegas
07.2014 - 02.2016
- Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.
- Verify data from analysis of testing and/or results in CERNER (LIS)
- Establish or monitor Quality Control data and/or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
- Perform scheduled maintenance (monthly, weekly, and daily) on all assigned instrumentation.
- Supervise, train, or direct laboratory assistants engaged in laboratory testing or specimen processing.
- Scope of Responsibilities: Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Chemistry, and Limited Microbiology.
- Lab Instrumentation experience: Hematology-Sysmex 9000, Coag-CA5000 Sysmex, Urinalysis-Iris, Chemistry-Centaur XP.
- 702-462-2366
- Supervisor: Matthew Bolen, Lab Mgr.
Clinical Lab Technologist
Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican - San Martin Campus
Las Vegas
11.2011 - 01.2015
- Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.
- Verify data from analysis of testing and/or results in CERNER (LIS)
- Establish or monitor Quality Control data and/or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
- Perform scheduled maintenance (monthly, weekly, and daily) on all assigned instrumentation.
- Supervise, train, or direct laboratory assistants engaged in laboratory testing or specimen processing.
- Scope of Responsibilities: Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Chemistry, Transfusion Medicine
- Point of Care Testing Coordinator- Supervise, Train, Troubleshoot and Monitor POC operator’s performance.
- POC instrumentation: ACT, Glucometers, Clinitek.
- 702-492-8000
- Supervisor: Nancy Villarosa, Lab Mgr.
Clinical Lab Technologist
Desert View Hospital
Pahrump
05.2006 - 11.2011
- Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.
- Verify data from analysis of testing and/or results in CERNER (LIS)
- Establish or monitor Quality Control data and/or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
- Perform scheduled maintenance (monthly, weekly, and daily) on all assigned instrumentation.
- Supervise, train, or direct laboratory assistants engaged in laboratory testing or specimen processing.
- Scope of Responsibilities: Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Chemistry, Transfusion Medicine, Limited Microbiology.
- 775-751-7500
- Supervisor: Henry Pfiester, Lab Mgr.
Lab Manager
Boulder City Hospital
Boulder City
12.1990 - 08.2008
- Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.
- Verify data from analysis of testing and/or results in Dairyland Health System (LIS)
- Establish or monitor Quality Control data and/or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
- Perform scheduled maintenance (monthly, weekly, and daily) on all assigned instrumentation.
- Supervise, train, or direct laboratory technologist and Lab assistants engaged in laboratory testing or specimen processing.
- Scope of Responsibilities: Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Chemistry, Transfusion Medicine, Limited Microbiology.
- Author and implement laboratory policies and procedures in NCCLS format.
- Implementation and validation of laboratory instrumentation and test menu performed.
- Laboratory instruments validated and implemented: Beckman CX7- Chemistry, Sysmex K1000-Hematology, Immulite 1000- Special Chemistry, Microscan- Microbiology, Biomerieux Vitek- Blood culture system.
- Implement Quality Assurance Plan - Review and/or revised annually.
- Maintain accreditation from College of American Pathologist and all regulatory agencies.
- Phlebotomy.
- Implementation, training, and QC monitoring of Point of Care Testing for Nursing Department.
- 702-293-4111
- Supervisor: Kim Crandall, Administrator
Clinical Lab Technologist
Community Hospital Of North Las Vegas (North Vista Hospital)
North Las Vegas
05.1983 - 12.1990
- Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Perform laboratory testing: CBC, PT, PTT, Chemistry Profile, Radioimmunoassay, Electrophoresis, Urinalysis.
- Perform scheduled maintenance (monthly, weekly, and daily) on all assigned instrumentation.
- 702 649-7711
- Supervisor: Bob Williams
Education
Graduated Bachelors Degree - Medical Technology
SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Cebu City, Philippines01.1977
Skills
- Laboratory information systems
- Quality control
- Instrumentation maintenance
- Specimen processing
- Chemical analysis
- Data verification
References
- Ronnie, Abuan, 702-612-7885
- James, Garcia, Emerus North Las Vegas
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Lab Technologist
Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican - Siena Campus
02.2016 - 02.2025
Clinical Lab Tech - Shift Lead Night Shift
Valley Hospital - Core Lab
07.2014 - 02.2016
Clinical Lab Technologist
Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican - San Martin Campus
11.2011 - 01.2015
Clinical Lab Technologist
Desert View Hospital
05.2006 - 11.2011
Lab Manager
Boulder City Hospital
12.1990 - 08.2008
Clinical Lab Technologist
Community Hospital Of North Las Vegas (North Vista Hospital)
05.1983 - 12.1990
Graduated Bachelors Degree - Medical Technology
SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
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