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Hazel Baricar

Hazel Baricar

Rancho Santa Margarita,CA

Summary

Experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist with nine years of expertise in medical laboratory testing. Known for dedication, reliability, and diligence. Possesses the ability to swiftly grasp new procedures and instruments, ensuring seamless adaptation to evolving technologies and methodologies.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1

Quest Diagnostics
04.2021 - Current
  • Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests following the required procedures and policies
  • Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls
  • Tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness based on standard criteria
  • Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures
  • Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures
  • Accurately enters results of testing
  • Checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results
  • Adheres to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times of results
  • Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports
  • Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken
  • Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment
  • Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks
  • Performs linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required
  • Accurately performs and records proficiency testing
  • Responsible for following all required procedures, practices and related guidelines as provided in company policy and associated procedures for safety, environmental, and infection control

Medical Technologist

Silliman University Medical Center
02.2015 - 03.2021
  • Collected blood samples from in-patients and out-patients
  • Performed clotting time and bleeding time tests
  • Performed therapeutic phlebotomy, with the supervision of a physician, as treatment to some patients
  • Assisted physicians in blood collection for arterial blood gas determination
  • Analyzed blood samples for hematology tests such as complete blood count, reticulocyte count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and coagulation tests
  • Rotated in blood bank and executed donor screening, antibody screening and crossmatching. Also, prepared and stored blood products for transfusion according to laboratory procedures.
  • Analyzed urine samples for routine urinalysis and other tests like Bence Jones protein and micral test
  • Performed stool analysis by direct fecal smear method as well as stool occult blood test
  • Performed manual body fluid examination and semenal analysis
  • Rotated in microbiology and performed inoculation and identification of bacteria as well as antibiotic sensitivity testing
  • Trained in histopathology and assisted the pathologist during gross examination of tissues
  • Performed tissue processing including embedding, cutting, staining, mounting, and labelling.
  • Executed cell cytology on body fluids, frozen section, and manual immunohistochemical staining for ER, PR and Her-2
  • Assisted the pathologist and/or surgeon during Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
  • Managed supplies and reagents inventory
  • Conducted daily instrument calibrations and quality control as well as scheduled maintenance procedures
  • Performed and followed accordingly to the standard operating procedures of the laboratory
  • Ensured validity and accuracy of test result
  • Trained and supervised new medical technologist staff and student interns

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology -

Silliman University
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines
03.2014

High School -

St. Francis College
Guihulngan City, Negros Oriental, Philippines
03.2010

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Decision-Making
  • Professionalism

Machines Handled

  • Horiba ABX Pentra C400
  • Vitros 350
  • Roche Cobas H 232 POC System
  • Siemens Rapid Chem 744/754
  • Architect c4000 and i1000SR
  • Horiba Pentra 80XL
  • Pentra NexusDF
  • Sysmex CA-500
  • Sysmex XN550
  • Barkey Plasma Therm
  • BioRad ID Incubator 37 S I
  • BioRad ID Centrifuge 12 S II
  • Sysmex UF-500i and UF-1000i
  • BACT/ALERT 3D
  • Vitek2 Compact
  • API and Crystal ID
  • Thermo Scientific NX50
  • Shandon AS325 Rotary Microtome
  • Thermo Scientific HM 325 Rotary Microtome
  • Biosystems A15
  • Mindray Hematology Analyzer
  • Sciex QTRAP 4500 LC-MS/MS
  • Thermo TSQ Quantum Ultra LC/MS

Certification

  • International Medical Laboratory Scientist, ASCP Board of Certification

License: 25506788

Expires: 09/2024

  • Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist), California Department of Public Health

License: MTA-02175594

Expires: 03/18/2025

Personal Information

Title: RMT, MLS (ASCPi) CM

Timeline

Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1

Quest Diagnostics
04.2021 - Current

Medical Technologist

Silliman University Medical Center
02.2015 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology -

Silliman University

High School -

St. Francis College

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