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Jorge Nieves

SHARON HILL,Pennsylvania

Summary

Accomplished Medical Technologist with a proven track record at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, enhancing patient care through accurate diagnostic testing and quality control. Skilled in lab equipment calibration and fostering teamwork, significantly reducing test result turnaround times. Expert in implementing safety and quality assurance controls, contributing to improved patient diagnosis accuracy. Scientific Medical Technologist with 23 years of training and experience in laboratory environments that optimize patient safety with minimal medical or health care errors. Demonstrated to perform laboratory tests and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease. Consistently employs methodical approaches to analyze results, establish procedures and use computers and specialized instruments for accurate and precise testing. Adept Medical Technologist utilizes laboratory testing expertise to diagnose and assess conditions. Accurately identifies test results and formulates informed treatment suggestions. Seasoned operator of sophisticated laboratory equipment verifies optimal patient care. Hardworking MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST bringing 23 years of expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Technologist

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
08.2017 - Current
  • Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
  • Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
  • 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care when interacting with patients during specimen collection processes.

Medical Technologist

HANEMANN HOSPITAL OF PHILADELPHIA
01.1997 - 09.2017
  • Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
  • Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
  • 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.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, minimizing the risk of infection or contamination in the laboratory environment.
  • Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
  • Contributed to ongoing process improvement initiatives by participating in departmental meetings and sharing insights on best practices.
  • Aided in the development of departmental goals and objectives that aligned with overall hospital mission statements.
  • Performed daily quality control checks to ensure reliability of laboratory results.
  • Enhanced patient diagnosis accuracy by conducting and analyzing complex laboratory tests.

Education

Master of Science - HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATOR

American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL
05.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Technology

Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
05.1997

Bachelor of Science - Biology

UNIVERSITY INTERAMERICANA OF PUERTO RICO
ARECIBO, PR
05.1990

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • Equipment testing and calibration
  • Specimen Collection
  • Inventory Control
  • Lab equipment maintenance
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Coagulation Monitoring
  • Enzyme Immunoassays
  • Lab test analysis
  • Safety Procedures
  • Quality Assurance
  • Relationship Building
  • Data Collection
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Timeline

Medical Technologist

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
08.2017 - Current

Medical Technologist

HANEMANN HOSPITAL OF PHILADELPHIA
01.1997 - 09.2017

Master of Science - HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATOR

American InterContinental University

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Technology

Community College of Philadelphia

Bachelor of Science - Biology

UNIVERSITY INTERAMERICANA OF PUERTO RICO
Jorge Nieves