Jamie Lee Ramirez
Orange,CA
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Laboratory Scientist with 14 years of maintaining safe and reliable lab environments. Known for delivering flawless diagnostic reports on tests ranging from hematology, chemistry, and molecular. Maintains strict adherence with prescribed safety protocols and regulatory guidelines for lab operations. Ready for a challenging new role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Genomic Testing Cooperative
Irvine, CA
07.2020 - Current
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Extracted blood and bone marrow samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to quality techniques.
- Setup samples with 96 plate well for PCR and capillary electrophoresis
- Viewed and compared genomic data for Acute Myeloid Leukemia genetic mutations
- Interpreted findings and summarized data into reports.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines
- Assisted with writing standard operating procedures and quality control documents
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Keck Medicine Of USC
Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, CA
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Analyzed and released specimens for STAT turnaround time in Hematology and Chemistry according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results
- Operated and maintained Sysmex XN1000 Hematology analyzer, Roche Cobas c311 Chemistry analyzer, Cellavision, and GEM 4000 point-of-care Chemistry analyzer
- Recorded, reported, and posted test results using Cerner LIS, WAM, and Instrument Manager middleware
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits
- Trouble-shoot specimens for platelet clumps, turbidity, saline replacement, clotted samples, delta checks, and short draws
- Scanned slides for abnormal red and white blood cells
- Acted as designated point person between nursing staff and laboratory staff for POC iSTAT device and troubleshooting
- Able to adapt when covering shifts at Keck Huntington Beach Infusion Clinic, Keck Newport Beach Oncology, and Keck Newport Beach Treatment Center when needed.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Trainee
Queen Of The Valley & Citrus Valley Hospital
West Covina, Covina, CA
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures on patients in walk-in lab and hospital floors
- Analyzed and released samples from Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, Chemistry, and Microbiology
- Operated and maintained CBC's on Beckman Coulter DXH800, Sedrate on ESR Autoplus, Coagulation on Sysmex CA1500, and Platelet function on Siemens PFA100
- Performed urinalysis on Siemens Clinitek Atlas, Sysmex U-1000i
- Completed general chemistry and immunochemistry using Siemens Dimension Vista 500 and ADVIA Centaur XP.
- Skilled microscopic techniques in hematology manual differentials, urinalysis microscopy, and microbial differentiation
- Handled routine and STAT patient specimen testing and released results in busy hospital laboratories
- Executed quality control, calibration, and maintenance within individual departments
- Communicated critical hematology and chemistry values and redraw request to nurses on the floor
Histotechnologist
Neogenomics Inc.
Irvine, CA
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Completed complex histological procedures to prepare slides for analysis.
- Programmed and monitored eight immunohistochemistry machines with patient slides for staining
- Promoted integrity of equipment function and assay systems by maintaining quality assurance standards.
- Dictated and grossed tissue samples obtained from multiple physicians' offices and medical facilities.
- Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
Pathology Tissue Technician
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
Irvine, Anaheim, CA
03.2015 - 06.2015
- Assisted pathologist in gross examination of surgical specimens
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations
- Dictated 60 surgical specimen findings per hour using sufficient detail
- Carried out biohazard and chemical hazard waste material disposal.
- Labeled and stored tissue samples; verified specimen numbering
Histotechnologist
Integrated Oncology
Irvine, CA
07.2009 - 12.2013
- Prepared histologic slides for human tissue samples via processing, cutting, embedding, staining, and mounting
- Able to multitask staining slides, sending out cases, quality control using microscope, and microtomy
- Trained multiple technicians in how to operate specimen processor and wrote instructions for use and maintenance
- Determined appropriate handling and tissue processing for specimens and priorities on requested procedures.
Lab Assistant
Clarient
Aliso Viejo, CA
11.2006 - 07.2009
- Managed specimen handling and storage
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Organized paperwork for over 50 cases daily with corresponding slides in case send-out area
- Prepared specimens for microtomy with controls and established proper chronological priorities in testing.
- Kept grossing room fully stocked with necessary supplies and equipment ready for use.
- Operated instrumentation for tissue dehydration and section clearing.
- Improved visibility of cells with use of dyes and other chemicals.
Education
Post-baccalaureate Program - Clinical Laboratory Science
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Developmental Biology
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA01.2015
Associate of Science - Histologic Technology
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA12.2009
Skills
- Specimen Testing and Analysis
- Cellavision and Microscope
- Troubleshooting
- Hospital and Clinic Experience
- Data Reports
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Prioritize Turnaround Time
- Medical Laboratory Equipment Calibration
- Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Communicates Critical Values
- MEDITECH software
- Dependable and Responsible
Certification
- California State License for Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist: (CLS Generalist)
- ASCP certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology: Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
- ASCP certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology: Histotechnician (HT)
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Genomic Testing Cooperative
07.2020 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Keck Medicine Of USC
04.2018 - 07.2020
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Trainee
Queen Of The Valley & Citrus Valley Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017
Histotechnologist
Neogenomics Inc.
08.2015 - 08.2016
Pathology Tissue Technician
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2015
Histotechnologist
Integrated Oncology
07.2009 - 12.2013
Lab Assistant
Clarient
11.2006 - 07.2009
Post-baccalaureate Program - Clinical Laboratory Science
California State University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Developmental Biology
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Science - Histologic Technology
Mt. San Antonio College
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