GUMWIL MALEK REUBEN RIAK

• Performs advanced review and interpretation of antibody identification investigations, including complex serologic workups, antibody panels, selected cells, and compatibility assessments to ensure accurate and timely transfusion support for patients.
• Provides shift-level leadership as a Charge Technologist by coordinating daily blood bank operations, prioritizing workflow, supporting staff, and resolving complex technical challenges.
• Led Group O utilization audit to evaluate inventory management practices, emergency blood release processes, documentation accuracy, and compliance with institutional transfusion policies, identifying opportunities to enhance blood stewardship and promote safe utilization of critical blood products.
• Played a key role in the implementation of the ADAM rWBC2 residual white blood cell analyzer, including workflow integration, validation activities, troubleshooting, and development of staff competency. Provided hands-on training and ongoing support to ensure successful adoption, consistent testing practices, and compliance with quality requirements.
• Strengthened documentation practices, reviewed quality records, supported competency assessments, and ensured alignment with CAP, AABB, and CLIA regulatory expectations to maintain an inspection-ready blood bank environment.
• Supports validation, verification, and implementation of laboratory instrumentation and processes by evaluating performance characteristics, quality control data, and operational requirements to ensure successful integration of new technologies while maintaining regulatory compliance and high-quality testing standards.
• Demonstrated initiative in leading projects and improving laboratory processes through collaboration and critical thinking, taking ownership of initiatives and driving projects to completion to support departmental goals and mission of University of Chicago Medicine.

• Engaged stakeholders to enhance public health strategies and foster collaboration.

• Researched health financing, service delivery, and workforce capacity building to inform strategic initiatives.

• Analyzed policies and evaluated healthcare systems to identify program improvement opportunities.

• Established diagnostic network optimization initiatives at the National Public Health Institute.

• Conducted blood compatibility testing and transfusion services, adhering to hospital and regulatory guidelines to promote patient safety.

• Perform pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing for transfusion medicine.

• Ensured quality control and documentation accuracy for transfusion procedures, supporting safe patient outcomes.

• Reviewed patient data and reports to verify compliance with safety standards and hospital policies.

• Processed specimens, performed laboratory tests, and executed quality control procedures to maintain accuracy and reliability of results.

• Created and revised laboratory SOPs and safety protocols to enhance operational efficiency and safety compliance.

• Complied with biosafety standards and implemented laboratory best practices to ensure a safe working environment.

• Processed and analyzed molecular diagnostic specimens, including COVID-19 samples.

• Operated Panther and Roche instruments for accurate and timely specimen analysis.

• Maintained aseptic techniques, ensuring reliable results and preventing contamination.