FUNMI D LEYE
West Orange,NJ
Summary
Well-organized and detailed-oriented Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Generalist) with advanced training and high proficiency skills in the use of COBAS 411, 8000, ROCHE MODULAR, OLYMPUS 2700AUe, 640AUe & 400AUe in Chemistry & Protein Separation; IMMULITE 2000; CELL DYNE 1700, 3500 & 3700 in Hematology; ACL-ELITE in (Coagulation studies); D-10 & TURBO for HBA1C Studies; AUTO STRECK for Sedimentation Rate; CLINITECK ATLAS for Urinalysis; Olympus Microscope in the Examination of Urine Sediment and Manual Differential in Hematology, ABO Blood Grouping and Serology; DYNEX for Virology, among others; and with over 30 years of Professional Practice Experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Montefiore Medical Center Core Lab
06.2014 - Current
Laboratory Supervisor
Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services (Reference Lab)
01.2012 - 06.2014
- Adhered to laboratory quality control policies and procedures for instrument calibrations
- Reviewed and edit overall test result as needed
- Follow-up on all repeat criteria and ensure that all panic/critical calls are made or faxed to the doctor’s office
- Ensured that proficiency testing is done early and in a precise manner
- Adhered to continuing education and all regulatory standards.
Lead Medical Technologist
Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services (Reference Lab)
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Functioned as a technical resource for the department in the resolution of problems associated with specimen entry, customer service, training of new technical staff, scheduling, control logs, maintenance logs, procedural calibration, quality control, among others
- Deputized for the supervisor as and when necessary in ensuring efficient workflow.
Medical Technologist
Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services (Reference Lab)
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Conducted various test and screening in the areas of Virology, Serology, Hematology, Chemistry, Immunology, Urinalysis and Microscopy using OLYMPUS 400AUe & 640AUe, IMMULITE 2000, CELL DYNE 1700, 3500 & 3700, ACE-ELITE, D-10 & TURBO, AUTO STRECK, CLINITECK ATLAS, MICROSCOPY & DYNEX
- Maintained laboratory equipment and quality control, ensured the observance of laboratory safety requirements and other regulatory standards, and conducted proficiency test (NYSDH, CAP & NJDH).
- Reviewed peripheral blood smears, prepared and presented reports through LIS, evaluated test results, developed and modified laboratory procedures, and supervised other staff of the laboratory department on occasion.
Laboratory Manager
Hammond’s Clinic
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Functioned as the Laboratory Manager from 1999 to 2002 and in that capacity assisted in the employment and training of laboratory staff and personnel; maintained laboratory equipment and quality control; and attended to budgetary matters for the 3 laboratory branches of the clinic, including but not limited to setting purchasing guidelines and proposals, negotiating with vendors on pricing, approving purchase orders for laboratory equipment and reagents, and interfacing with other departments on budgetary matters.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Hammond’s Clinic
01.1992 - 01.1999
- Functioned as a generalist in a clinic setting with direct contact with patients
- Functioned as a phlebotomist and not limited to general laboratory practice.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
UCH And Lagos University Teaching Hospital
NigeriaSkills
- Quality Control Management
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Safety Protocols Compliance
- Sample Analysis Proficiency
Licensures Affiliations
- Clinical Laboratory Technologist – New York State Licensed
- Medical Laboratory Technologist – Licensed by the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology of Nigeria (ALMS)
Tel
8622153342
Credential Evaluation
W.E.S and I.E.R.F. evaluated
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Montefiore Medical Center Core Lab
06.2014 - Current
Laboratory Supervisor
Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services (Reference Lab)
01.2012 - 06.2014
Lead Medical Technologist
Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services (Reference Lab)
01.2010 - 01.2012
Medical Technologist
Biodiagnostic Laboratory Services (Reference Lab)
01.2005 - 01.2010
Laboratory Manager
Hammond’s Clinic
01.1999 - 01.2002
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Hammond’s Clinic
01.1992 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
UCH And Lagos University Teaching Hospital
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