Jagrutiben Patel
Titusville,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technologist with expertise in diagnostic testing, ensuring precision and regulatory compliance. Committed to enhancing testing accuracy and reducing turnaround times for improved patient outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Wuesthoff Hospital
Rockledge, FL
03.2005 - 04.2012
- Utilized advanced diagnostic equipment, ensuring precision in test results and adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined specimen processing workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround times for critical tests.
- Implemented quality control measures, improving accuracy of test results and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to interpret laboratory findings, contributing to effective patient management strategies.
- Conducted laboratory tests on biological samples to diagnose medical conditions.
- Operated and maintained advanced laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to interpret test results and guide patient care decisions.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in laboratory procedures and best practices for quality control.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards to maintain a safe working environment.
- Facilitated smooth laboratory operations through proactive troubleshooting and maintenance of sophisticated equipment.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, participating in regular audits and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
- Optimized workload distribution among team members, ensuring timely completion of tasks without compromising quality.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy through meticulous attention to detail during testing procedures and data analysis.
- Provided comprehensive training for new staff, fostering a supportive learning environment for skill development.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
- Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Evaluated and interpreted laboratory results to determine diagnoses.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
CHS Medical
Rockledge, FL
04.2012 - 05.2018
- Conducted laboratory tests on biological samples to diagnose medical conditions.
- Operated and maintained advanced laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to interpret test results and guide patient care decisions.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in laboratory procedures and best practices for quality control.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards to maintain a safe working environment.
- Facilitated smooth laboratory operations through proactive troubleshooting and maintenance of sophisticated equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Reduced sample contamination risks by adhering to strict protocols in the preparation and handling of specimens.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes, sharing critical lab findings and insights.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy through meticulous attention to detail during testing procedures and data analysis.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate results, contributing to better-informed treatment plans.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues and hospital staff by diligently maintaining knowledge of relevant diagnostic tests, procedures, and best practices.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
- Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Steward Health Care
Rockledge Fl
05.2018 - 07.2022
Medical Technologist
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Rockledge Fl
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Conducted complex laboratory tests on blood, tissue, and other samples to ensure accurate diagnostics.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to interpret test results, providing critical insights for patient care decisions.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on laboratory techniques, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
- Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing specimens and maintaining optimal instrument performance.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, minimizing the risk of infection or contamination in the laboratory environment.
- Increased efficiency by troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performing routine maintenance tasks as needed.
- Ensured timely reporting of critical results to healthcare providers, allowing for swift interventions in life-threatening situations.
- Ensured accurate diagnoses with thorough quality control procedures and diligent recordkeeping.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
Education
Associate of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Brevard Community College
Cocoa, FL05-2004
Master of Science - Biotechnology
S P Patel University, Gujarat, India
V V Nagar, India05-1991
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
M B Patel Science College
Anand, Gujarat ,India05-1989
Certification
Medical Lab Technologist TN39029 (Active Since 2004)