IMELDA ABELLANA
Garland,Tx
Summary
Licensed Medical Laboratory Technologist with experience in a Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. Dedicated to providing excellence in healthcare by maintaining a high level of professionalism and interpersonal skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seeking a position that will utilize and enhance laboratory skills and provide opportunities to cultivate leadership skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Chemistry Technical Supervisor
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
Dallas , Texas
2020.10 - Current
- Reviews policies and procedures for accuracy and manufacturer revisions.
- Monitors equipment maintenance, check instrument functionality and review maintenance logs for completion.
- Maintains accurate laboratory records according to SOP.
- Utilizing theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills to help troubleshoot unusual situations.
- Organized and coordinated the Quality Assurance Program and conduct monthly review for compliance.
- Performed validation studies and implemented the following assays: Hemoglobin A1c, Infectious Diseases on the Alinity c and i Systems.
- Validated and interfaced the Serum / Urine Electrophoresis / IFE / UIFE and Oligoclonal Banding on the Sebia Hydrasys 2 Gel Scan.
- Volunteered to attend the first instructor led Alinity System training in the United States. Gave feedback to vendor to compose a quick reference guide for training purposes.
- Participated in Proficiency and Competency Testing and CAP Inspection in 2021.
Shift Supervisor - Second Shift
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
2019.04 - 2020.10
- Shift supervisor responsibilities – managed employee schedule, hiring new employees, maintaining competencies according to CAP requirements and conduct quarterly staff performance reviews
- Key operator for Abbott Architect and Alinity Systems, Abbott APS, A3600 automation line and Sysmex XN 9000 series
- Other responsibilities include training new employees and staff, troubleshooting, and resolving instrument errors
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipments while adhering to CLIA, OSHA, safety, quality, and risk management guidelines
- Provides daily supervision and assistance to technical and non-technical staff in various areas of the Core laboratory and ED Liaison.
Shift Supervisor - Third Shift
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
2014.10 - 2019.04
- Responsibilities – In charge of hiring, maintaining competencies and quarterly review
- Increased and maintained employee retention
- Helped maintain laboratory morning run TAT of 93%
- Additional responsibilities include ordering, validation of new lot numbers of quality control materials and implementation
- Assisted the chemistry, special chemistry, and hematology technical supervisors with special projects
- Participated in HLPPE
- Well versed with the payroll system
- Resourceful leader, who adapts quickly to challenging situations, effectively manages multiple priorities, and apply strong judgement.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
2004.06 - 2014.10
- Perform and analyze tests as appropriate in areas including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology and Coagulation to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases
- Managed the Chemistry Quality Control inventory and correlation studies.
- Demonstrated the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians, pathologists, and nursing staff.
- Guide external clients through proper ordering and collection procedures, as indicated in the laboratory standards and procedures.
- Performed daily and weekly maintenance on the following instrumentations: Abbott Architect Systems, Siemens XN 9000 Hematology Analyzer, IRICELL IQ instrument for Urinalysis and Stago STA R Max for Coagulation
- Troubleshoot QC and resolve instrumentation errors and discrepancies as they occur.
- Earned Top Performer in 2013 and 2017
Medical Laboratory Scientist
MLS PRN, Baylor University Medical Center
2001.06 - 2014.10
- Manage reagent inventory, inspecting, and preparing reagents
- Process samples by ensuring two- patient identifiers are met
- Performed daily and weekly maintenance on Siemens Vista Chemistry Analyzer and Atlas Urinalysis analyzer
- Follows laboratory standard operating procedure for specimen handling, processing, and resulting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Cebu Doctors' College
Philippines05.1990
Skills
- Team Building and Management
- Process Improvement
- Supervision
- Cerner Millenium Expert
Timeline
Special Chemistry Technical Supervisor
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
2020.10 - Current
Shift Supervisor - Second Shift
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
2019.04 - 2020.10
Shift Supervisor - Third Shift
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
2014.10 - 2019.04
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
2004.06 - 2014.10
Medical Laboratory Scientist
MLS PRN, Baylor University Medical Center
2001.06 - 2014.10
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Cebu Doctors' College
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