Hirni Patel
Plainfield,IL
Summary
Medical Laboratory Technician skilled in collecting and processing biological specimens for laboratory testing and analysis. Strong knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, procedural calibration and quality control review, assessment and subsequent reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Lab Scientist
John H. Stroger, Jr.’s Hospital of Cook County
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Lead and trained laboratory professionals in instrument operation, lab software upgrades, and adherence to lab standards and regulations, enhancing Quality Assurance and achieving high standards in laboratory testing
- Served as a technical expert in lab testing and instrumentation, including validation of test assays
- Proficiently integrated instrument interfaces with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), including Cerner, Soft Lab, and Remisol, streamlining lab workflows and data management
- Detail-oriented medical laboratory technician with comprehensive experience in microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, and hematology departments.
- Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.
Medical Lab Technologist
Optima Lab Inc
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Performed routine maintenance, calibration, and quality control of laboratory equipment and reagents, ensuring optimal functionality and adherence to regulatory standards
- Maintained accurate records of daily maintenance, quality control activities, and patient records
- Executed a variety of laboratory tests on blood, urine, and other bodily fluids with precision, ensuring reliable and timely results
- Conducted molecular PCR analysis and extractions for quantitative detection of DNA and RNA markers, supporting diagnostic and research purposes
- Applied aseptic techniques in microbiology to culture samples, prepare positive controls for bacteria and pathogens, and conduct staining procedures
- Reviewed and analyzed test results with scientific rigor, ensuring accuracy and reliability before releasing reports to medical staff.
- Streamlined lab processes by implementing new procedures, resulting in reduced turnaround times.
- Reduced error rates by meticulously documenting test results and maintaining organized records.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health Nursing
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05.2021
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Laboratory techniques
- Histology preparation
- Specimen Collection
- Quality Control Management
- Hematology analysis
- Specimen Processing
- Chemistry testing
- Testing protocols
- Urinalysis
- Molecular diagnostics
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Lab Scientist
John H. Stroger, Jr.’s Hospital of Cook County
01.2022 - 05.2024
Medical Lab Technologist
Optima Lab Inc
11.2020 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Public Health Nursing
Benedictine University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Benedictine University
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