Hazel Reyes-Natividad
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Falls Church,VA
Summary
Quality-driven team player with accuracy-focused and efficient approach, offering 23 years of laboratory expertise. Maintains strict adherence with prescribed safety protocols and regulatory guidelines for lab operations and subject privacy. Dedicated to providing rapid turnaround times without sacrificing personnel safety or diagnostic accuracy. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Keen adopter of emerging lab techniques and advanced diagnostic technologies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Kaiser Permanente
Woodbridge, VA
06.2016 - Current
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Worked with pathologist to isolate abnormalities and narrow down likely diagnoses.
- Performs analytical procedures that are technically demanding for diagnostics purposes
- Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
- Analyzed body fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Assisted with completion and submission of regulatory filings and other regulatory documentation.
- Performs quality assurance in support of laboratory manager and acknowledge deficiencies and presents solutions
- Assess, translate and correlate laboratory results upon completion of tests
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Train assigned personnel in laboratory procedures
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
INOVA Loudoun Hospital
Leesburg, VA
10.2002 - 11.2016
- Performs and monitors quality control and quality assurance program on ongoing basis.
- Always adheres to safety and infection control procedures.
- Responsible for ensuring station (s) is in compliance with CAP, CLIA and AABB regulations.
- Responsible for maintaining functional laboratory section (s) to meet the needs of patient care.
- Upholds policies of laboratory and ensures quality of work, while maintaining pleasant and efficient work atmosphere.
- Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting all variances in results and blood product performance.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
- Responsible for performing complex clinical laboratory tests on specimens for diagnostic purposes under minimal supervision; performing and documenting preventive maintenance procedures and instrument function checks
- Maintaining sufficient working supplies in order to assure continued integrity of workstation operations
- Maintaining up-to-date pending logs to ensure that all specimens have been processed accordingly
- Applying sound technical judgement in evaluating problems and developing prompt, reasonable workable alternatives, which benefit the patient within established guidelines of the department
- Evaluate new procedures and to determine accuracy and evaluate suitability for clinical application.
- Handling varying workloads while maintaining accuracy; plus all related job duties as assigned
- Effectively communicates with all levels of organization
- Familiar with preparing cultures, staining specimens, analyzing and reporting data and calibrating equipment
- Properly identifies patient and samples during pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical phases of testing
- Perform specimen collection including phlebotomy, respiratory swabs and skin tests with skill and compassion
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Reston Hospital Center
Reston, VA
09.2006 - 08.2008
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
- Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Worked with pathologist to isolate abnormalities and narrow down likely diagnoses.
- Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
- Receive and process clinical microbiology specimens for testing.
- Located disease markers and outlined findings in thorough reports for clinicians.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Northern Virginia Community Hospital
Arlington, VA
07.2002 - 07.2005
- Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, hematology and blood bank to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
- Carefully handled and disposed of biological hazardous materials following strict safety procedures to avoid contamination.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Shenandoah Memorial Hospital
Woodstock, VA
10.2001 - 07.2002
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality and longevity.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, hematology and blood bank to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Operated different analyzers, maintaining strict adherence to prescribed safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Confucius Plaza Medical Laboratory
New York, NY
04.1999 - 09.2001
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a timely fashion.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Responsible for performing complex clinical laboratory tests on specimens for diagnostic purposes under minimal supervision; performing and documenting preventive maintenance procedures and instrument function checks
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Emilio Aguinaldo College
Manila, Philippines03.1999
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Dependable and Responsible
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
- Test data analysis
Certification
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
American Society for Clinical Pathologist
Medical Technologist
American Medical Technologist
REFERENCES
Kimberly Clem
Laboratory Operations Manager
Kaiser Permanente Woodbridge Laboratory
Microlabrat@verizon.net
(703) 963-7375
Noel Janolino
Director of Laboratory Services
University of MD Charles Regional Medical Center
Noel.Janolino@umm.edu
(301) 609-4259
Ashley Bell Pabey
QA and Accreditation Coordinator for Laboratory Services
Valley Health System
APabey@valleyhealthlink.com
(540) 536-2279
Tracey Jefferys
Laboratory Director
INOVA Loudoun Hospital
Tracey.Jefferys@inova.org
(703) 858-6097
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Kaiser Permanente
06.2016 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Reston Hospital Center
09.2006 - 08.2008
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
INOVA Loudoun Hospital
10.2002 - 11.2016
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Northern Virginia Community Hospital
07.2002 - 07.2005
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Shenandoah Memorial Hospital
10.2001 - 07.2002
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Confucius Plaza Medical Laboratory
04.1999 - 09.2001
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Emilio Aguinaldo College
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