Faith Lucero
Tolleson,AZ
Summary
- Highly motivated and competent laboratory technologist with a continuously growing knowledge of serology, bacteriology, and mycobacteriology.
- Strong work ethic, accountable, and dependable. Able to adapt under high-stress situations.
- Desire to advance within Public Health and maintain the commitment to improving patient care from the laboratory.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Work Assignment Laboratory Technologist
Maricopa County Department Of Public Health
Phoenix, AZ
06.2024 - Current
- Appointed lead on transitioning lab to the new LIS system: TDNexLabs. Point of contact within the lab for various personnel involved in the project.
- Appointed lead on transitioning Hologic Panther and Architect i1000sr to new LIS workstations and PCs.
- Attended training for the Architect CI4100 in place of the supervisor at the Abbott Dallas Customer Training Center.
- Scheduled centrifuge delivery and coordinated storage until installation.
- Assisted supervisor in writing the year review for the lab.
- Schedule and order dry ice for laboratory shipments
Laboratory Technologist
Maricopa County Department Of Public Health
Phoenix, AZ
09.2021 - Current
- Process sputum samples for tuberculosis testing, including slide prep and use of different types of media, subsequently using the Cepheid Genexpert when requested for MTB identification and Rifampin resistance.
- Proper use and decontamination process for a BSC.
- Current training in bacteriology, processing cultures, gram stains, and microscopy. Use of the Biomerieux MS Prime to identify Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Neisseria meningitidis.
- Manual syphilis screen testing with confirmation testing by use of a TPPA test. Current training on the use of automated AIX1000 syphilis testing.
- Molecular testing for Neisseria Gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia, and viral load testing of HIV-1 and Hepatitis C through the Hologic Panther.
- HIV and Hepatitis C antibody testing through the Architect i1000sr.
- Pregnancy testing and training of urinalysis testing.
- Specimen processing and handling, able to identify problematic samples that would affect testing.
- Performs quality control testing to adhere to CLIA regulations. Recognition of any quality issues or patterns that would affect testing.
- Proficient use of the current LIS system, TD Synergy.
Molecular Laboratory Technician
Sonora Quest Laboratories
Phoenix, AZ
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Completed training on specimen reception and storage for PerkinElmer SARS-CoV-2 samples.
- Use of NeTLIMS molecular programs: AutoLims and AutoStars.
- Able to identify acceptable specimens, proper collection, and rejection criteria.
- Training in aliquoting samples in a sterile BSC. Able to properly decontaminate workspace.
- Demonstrates proper specimen banking procedures for positive and negative samples.
Acting Guest Services Manager
Az Ice
Peoria, AZ
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Managed employee scheduling responsibilities in the department.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring, and cross-training new employees.
- Calculated and submitted payroll for two departments, ensuring accurate employee hour calculations.
- Scheduled parties and events for customers and organized staff.
- Cross-trained among three departments.
- Responsible for handling cash drawers and access to the safe.
- Handled any complaints or requests for customers and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Arizona State University
Glendale05-2021
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols and quality control
- Teamwork and communication
- Critical thinking and problem solving
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Special Work Assignment Laboratory Technologist
Maricopa County Department Of Public Health
06.2024 - Current
Laboratory Technologist
Maricopa County Department Of Public Health
09.2021 - Current
Molecular Laboratory Technician
Sonora Quest Laboratories
05.2021 - 08.2021
Acting Guest Services Manager
Az Ice
10.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Arizona State University
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