Gloria Martinez
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Saint Charles,IL
Summary
Seasoned Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP-MT certified and voluntary CMP) with a robust background at Doctors Data Inc, specializing in bacteriology and parasitology. Excelled in quality control and developing training materials, significantly enhancing lab efficiency. Skilled in technical troubleshooting and fostering team growth, demonstrating a profound impact on diagnostic accuracy and operational excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Doctors Data Inc
06.2011 - Current
- Bacteriology- Bacterial and yeast identification of stool cultures using MALDI -TOF MS results.
- Perform and interpret : Gram stain slides.
- Set up and interpretation of Api for bacteria/yeast identification
- Anaerobe identification : Clostridia, Bacteroides and Bifidobacteria.
- Set up of Mueller Hinton susceptibility plates ,and interpretation of inhibition zones in bacteria and yeast culture isolates.
- Parasitology- Parasitological identification by microscopic stool examination , reading and interpreting trichrome staining reactions, iodine stained concentrations ,saline wet preparations and macroscopic stool examination.
- Developed teaching/ training material and methods for parasitology new hires. Creation of evaluation methods for competency and documentation of new trained personnel in parasitology.
- Creation and modification of quality control forms for parasitology.
- Modification of Media Lab checklist form for parasitology annual competencies.
- Quality Control documentation and review of completed monthly forms by techs in parasitology.
- Completion of corrective action reports when a unexpected qc result is obtained.
- Participated in CAP/ NY inspections.
- Updated MSDS
Medical Laboratory Technologist
NorthShore University Healthcare Evanston Hospital
08.2002 - 06.2011
- Utilized expertise in microbiology to help with diagnosis of medical issues working in the urine bench, respiratory bench, stool bench, blood bench, wounds bench and parasitology bench and AFB bench. Performed minimal testing in mycology and susceptibility testing area. Received microbiology samples in the numbering area and triaged the patient samples. Performed rapid testing and issued STAT reports.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures. Trained new medical technologist students and fellows rotating in the microbiology laboratory.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Prepared reports to document laboratory results and findings.
- Evaluated and interpreted laboratory results to determine diagnoses.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
- Operated highly specialized laboratory equipment to process specimens.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory
National Louis University
Evanston, IL08.2002
Skills
- Quality Control Testing
- Specimen handling
- Proficient in Bacteriology, Mycology , Parasitology & Microscopy
- Teaching/ Training
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Documentation skills
- Report Preparation
- Recordkeeping requirements
Affiliations
American Society of Clinical Pathology ( ASCP)CM
American Society for Microbiology ( ASM)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Doctors Data Inc
06.2011 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
NorthShore University Healthcare Evanston Hospital
08.2002 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory
National Louis University
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