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Johanna Rodriguez

Summary

I am writing to express my interest in the position of Medical Technologist at Veterans Hospital in Los Angeles- 0644 Clinical Laboratory Science, as listed on USA Jobs. With my Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science from the University of North Dakota (UND) in December 2024, I am confident that I possess the necessary skills to contribute to the laboratory's efficiency and meet the needs of the patients.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laboratory – Clinical Rotation

Essentia Health Hospital
06.2024 - 10.2024
  • Departments rotated through include: Clinical Immunohematology, Clinical Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Hemostasis, Clinical Urinalysis
  • 720 hours of Clinical experience
  • Participated in quality control initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where necessary
  • Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
  • Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological and chemical analysis on clinical and environmental samples.
  • Performed and documented hematological and chemical examinations on blood and other body fluids for detection and identification of communicable and other diseases.
  • Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or inadequate care plans.
  • Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality.
  • Troubleshot complex equipment issues, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent performance of laboratory instruments.

Volunteer

Helper Helper
09.2020 - 05.2024
  • Over 50 hours of community service
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.

Captain of UND Softball Team

UND Softball
09.2020 - 05.2024
  • Lead the team in making sure we were on time and efficient in practice and games
  • Maintained eligibility requirements by achieving academic excellence alongside athletic commitments; balancing schoolwork with daily practice schedules effectively managed time constraints while ensuring personal growth both academically and athletically.
  • Mentored younger players, providing guidance on skill development and sportsmanship values.
  • Raised team morale through consistent encouragement, fostering a positive playing atmosphere.
  • Developed strong teamwork dynamics through regular communication and collaboration during practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
12.2024

Skills

  • Safety protocols compliance
  • Bilingual: English and Spanish
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Specimen testing and analysis
  • Critical thinking

Campus/Community Involvement

Member: UND Softball Sept.2020-May2024

Community Service

UND Athletics Community Service, Member (Helper Helper), 2020-09, 2023-12

Certification

  • Test Date for Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) on February 10th 2025

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Laboratory – Clinical Rotation

Essentia Health Hospital
06.2024 - 10.2024

Volunteer

Helper Helper
09.2020 - 05.2024

Captain of UND Softball Team

UND Softball
09.2020 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science

University of North Dakota

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