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Jose Guzman

Jose Guzman

Latham,NY

Summary

Reliable and highly accurate Lab Asst II focused on quality completion of all lab procedures under tight deadlines. Works well under pressure. Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Leverages Reference Laboratory expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results. Seasoned Laboratory Assistant adept at maintaining equipment, documenting activities and restocking supplies. Hardworking and reliable professional with 14 years of related experience. Focused Lab Technician with proven track record of success in contributing to successful running of clinical laboratories. Polished in conducting lab tests and preparing reagents, solutions and specimens for microscopic examination. Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician. Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive. Insightful Laboratory Technician brings dedication to excellence and calm demeanor. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces. Skilled Laboratory Technician with expertise in blood processing, antigen screening procedures and related medical laboratory duties. Exemplary history of organization and efficiency in clinical lab settings. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Lab Assistant II

St Peter Hospital
Albany, NY
11.2008 - Current
  • Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
  • Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
  • Demonstrated flexibility working in fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
  • Worked closely with lab staff on special projects.
  • Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
  • Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
  • Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
  • Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
  • Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment, calibrating instruments and preventive maintenance.
  • Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
  • Safely prepared reagents, compounds and lab test solutions.
  • Maintained current knowledge of developments in technical instrumentation.
  • Created and updated record of all supplies and equipment to monitor inventory.
  • Carefully reviewed test results for accuracy.
  • Prepared specimens for analysis and established proper chronological priorities in testing.
  • Learned multiple molecular biological techniques.

Laboratory Assistant

LabCorp
Albany, NY
09.2006 - 10.2008
  • Implemented lab procedures to prevent errors and protect staff.
  • Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
  • Prepared, embedded, cut, stained, mounted, labeled and catalogued tissue sections.
  • Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
  • Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
  • Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of The East
Manila, Philippines
03.1992

Skills

  • Test Routing Software
  • Biology and Chemistry Training
  • File Organization and Maintenance
  • BAC and Drug Screening
  • Mechanical and Electrical Devices
  • Quality Standards
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Contributing Team Player
  • Blood and Urine Analysis
  • Laboratory Assistants Supervision
  • Documentation Compliance
  • Hazardous Chemicals
  • Disposal Procedures
  • Safe Specimen Handling
  • New Staff Training
  • Specimen Handling Protocols
  • Corrective Actions
  • Lab Specimen Collection
  • Knowledgeable in Chemistry
  • Lab assistant training
  • InventoryLab
  • Laboratory equipment expertise

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lab Assistant II

St Peter Hospital
11.2008 - Current

Laboratory Assistant

LabCorp
09.2006 - 10.2008

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of The East
Jose Guzman