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Jhonilyn Benjamin

Pecos,NM

Summary

Dynamic Cancer Center Laboratory Section Coordinator at CHRISTUS St. Vincent, known for outstanding problem-solving skills and effective team leadership. Demonstrates a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and mentoring new hires. Expertise in equipment calibration and regulatory compliance, while fostering interdepartmental relationships to support quality improvement initiatives. Dedicated to upholding high standards of patient care.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cancer Center Laboratory Section Coordinator

CHRISTUS St. Vincent
Santa Fe, NM
10.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated day-to-day operations of the section, ensuring that all activities are completed on time.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Facilitated communication between different departments in order to resolve issues quickly.
  • Kept track of inventory quantities, placing orders for additional stock as required.
  • Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

POCT Specialist and Clinical Laboratory Scientist

CHRISTUS St. Vincent
Santa Fe, NM
08.2022 - 09.2024
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
  • Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Calibrated instruments according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Performed and documented preventive maintenance and quality control practices, noting best corrective action to remediate issues.
  • Monitored proficiency testing within laboratory environment, handling necessary corrective action.

Point of Care Coordinator

Parkland Health and Hospital Systems
Dallas, TX
04.2012 - 05.2022
  • Facilitated nurse managers and directors during the transformation of designated areas into COVID units.
  • Participated in planning and execution of Annual Lab Week Celebration.
  • Managed charting process amid transition to new electronic medical record.
  • Offered critical support to multiple departments during Tube System downtimes.
  • Participated in the Secret Shopper Program.
  • Assembles non-lab personnel's for inspection readiness.
  • Oversee POCT multi-sites to include monitoring workflow, quality control, maintenance and testing.
  • Utilized EP Evaluator Software to verify data.
  • Utilizes RALS System efficiently.
  • Demonstrated expertise in operating Inform II Meters, Hemocue Hb 201 DM, Clinitek Status, Hematastats, i-STAT, epoc, Hemochron Signature Elite, Avox 1000E.
  • Manages inventory tracking.
  • Teamed up with Clinical Educators to evaluate skills of incoming staff.
  • Manages implementation and conducts trainings of new instruments to testers.
  • Collaborates with QA Team for quality improvement initiatives.

Medical Technologist Generalist

East Texas Medical Center
Athens, TX
11.2003 - 03.2012
  • Directed various shift operations as required.
  • Endorsed the WOW Program while partnering with other experts to identify GREAT employees.
  • Engaged in community outreach initiatives supported by the hospital.
  • Delivered technical training to new staff and students.
  • Organized training sessions focused on improving techniques for blood specimen collection by nursing staff.
  • Facilitated comprehensive training sessions for POCT Inform Meters.
  • CAP Survey Assistant which includes receiving, distributing survey samples to laboratory staff, entering and submission of results on the CAP website.
  • Performed instrument calibrations, verifications and maintenance.
  • Monitored inventory levels of laboratory supplies and reagents, ensuring availability for testing needs.
  • Performed tests across multiple areas such as chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology and bacteriology.
  • Completed tasks related to blood bank operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology

Velez College
Cebu City, Philippines
04-2000

Skills

  • Optimistic Mindset
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Responsive to Change
  • New hire training and mentoring
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Interpersonal Engagement Skills
  • Phlebotomy experience
  • Consistently Reliable
  • Calm under pressure
  • Document Management Skills
  • Equipment operation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
  • Inventory management
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Problem-solving abilities

Certification

American Medical Technologist

Accomplishments

  • Completed the Christus St. Vincent Emerging Leaders Institute Program.
  • Awarded as Employee of the Year for East Texas Medical Center Laboratory.
  • WOW Program Delegate for East Texas Medical Center Laboratory.
  • Delegate for the 'Outreach Programs' sponsored by the facility.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cancer Center Laboratory Section Coordinator

CHRISTUS St. Vincent
10.2024 - Current

POCT Specialist and Clinical Laboratory Scientist

CHRISTUS St. Vincent
08.2022 - 09.2024

Point of Care Coordinator

Parkland Health and Hospital Systems
04.2012 - 05.2022

Medical Technologist Generalist

East Texas Medical Center
11.2003 - 03.2012

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology

Velez College

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