Gladys Flores
Hillsboro,OR
Summary
Experienced Medical Technologist bringing 18 years of expertise in Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Serology and Immunology. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Services Team Lead - Heme/Coag/UA
LabCorp - Holladay Park
01.2024 - Current
- Developed thorough training materials to ensure new employees were equipped with necessary skills for success in their roles.
- Trained, coached and oversaw daily work of medical lab technologists and technicians.
- Streamlined technical workflows for enhanced productivity through implementation of automation tools.
- Coordinated laboratory changes such as updating testing protocols and optimizing workflow.
- Managed inventory purchasing, organization and tracking.
- Applied knowledge of hematology, coagulation and urinalysis daily.
- Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
Technical Specialist - Heme/Coag/UA
Legacy Laboratory Services
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Trained, coached and oversaw daily work of medical lab technologists and technicians.
- Developed thorough training materials to ensure new employees were equipped with necessary skills for success in their roles.
- Streamlined technical workflows for enhanced productivity through implementation of automation tools.
- Guided staff technology use, assisting with troubleshooting and quality control to streamline operations.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify areas of improvement and implement solutions for better cross-functional efficiency.
- Coordinated laboratory changes such as updating testing protocols and optimizing workflow.
- Managed inventory purchasing, organization and tracking.
- Applied knowledge of hematology, coagulation and urinalysis daily.
- Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
Medical Technologist II - Hematology
Legacy Laboratory Services
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during technology upgrades by assisting with validation studies, user training, and documentation updates.
- Used various equipment to perform work tasks, including microscopes, cell counters and automated analyzers.
- Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines.
- Demonstrated medical proficiency by performing chemistry analysis, immunology, urinalysis, coagulation, and hematology to maintain efficiency in continual staff rotations.
Medical Technologist - Charge
Legacy Laboratory Services
10.2010 - 11.2021
- Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, chemistry, serology, immunology and microbiology departments.
- Streamlined team operations for increased productivity by implementing effective task delegation and time management strategies.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
06.2007 - 09.2010
- Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Performed phlebotomy for diagnostic testing, contributing to timely diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues with laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Portland Community College
Portland, OR09.2007
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of San Carlos
Cebu City, Philippines03.2004
Skills
- AMT certified
- Supervision
- Organization
- Problem resolution
- Inventory management
- Document Management
- Training, mentoring and leadership
Certification
AMT Member ID #239299
Timeline
Lab Services Team Lead - Heme/Coag/UA
LabCorp - Holladay Park
01.2024 - Current
Technical Specialist - Heme/Coag/UA
Legacy Laboratory Services
04.2023 - 01.2024
Medical Technologist II - Hematology
Legacy Laboratory Services
12.2021 - 04.2023
Medical Technologist - Charge
Legacy Laboratory Services
10.2010 - 11.2021
Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center
06.2007 - 09.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Portland Community College
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of San Carlos
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