Kelechi Agbi
Owings Mills,MD
Summary
Motivated Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with extensive hands-on experience and a solid academic foundation. Proficient in biochemical specimen testing, quality control, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Skilled in automated laboratory testing and microscopic analysis, providing critical data analysis that enhances patient care outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
MLT Clinical-Hematology (Clinical Rotation)
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, MD
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Completed supervised rotations in hematology to enhance practical knowledge.
- Conducted complete blood counts to evaluate RBC, WBC, platelet count, and hemoglobin levels.
- Experienced in the maintenance and operation of the Sysmex XN-9100.
- Conducted APTT, PT, TT, D-dimers, fibrinogen, and other coagulation testing using sodium citrate tubes.
- Adhered to SOPs and safety standards in a high-complexity laboratory environment.
- Prepared slides for microscopic analysis of normal and abnormal blood cell morphologies.
MLT Clinical-Blood Banking (Clinical Rotation)
University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
Baltimore, MD
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Experienced in the performance of pre-transfusion testing, screening, ABO, Rh antigen typing, and weak-D testing.
- Antibody screening and ID (panel testing), and direct antiglobulin testing (DAT).
- Experienced in the performance of the gel testing technique using ORTHO VISION analyzers, diagnosis of post-transfusion hemolytic disorders, knowledge of major blood group antigens, blood components, and their therapeutic applications, as well as various preventive blood processing techniques.
MLT Clinical-Microbiology (Clinical Rotation)
Medstar Good Samaritans Hospital
Baltimore, MD
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Experienced in the handling and processing of a wide range of samples, including blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), sputum, and wound swab samples, under the biosafety cabinet.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the culturing of samples, the use of various media, and Gram staining.
- Following departmental protocols and the evaluation of Quality Control (QC) results.
- Demonstrated proficiency in a variety of rapid testing techniques, including COVID testing, C. Diff, Strep A antigen testing, and influenza (flu) testing.
MLT Clinical-Chemistry (Clinical Rotation)
University of Maryland Midtown Campus
Baltimore, MD
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Experienced in performing a wide range of assay tests using the Vitros 5600 analyzer for the diagnosis of disorders, such as hepatic and renal disorders, and other pathologies.
- The microscopic examination of urine samples for pathological elements (casts and crystals).
- Performed biochemical tests for the measurement of various analytes using blood samples, urine, and body fluids.
- Conducted blood gas analysis to monitor the patient's oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH levels to determine the acid-base status, oxygenation status, and abnormality of hemoglobin in the patient.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Stevenson University
Stevenson, MD08-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
CCBC Essex
Baltimore, MD12.2023
Skills
- Testing of biochemical specimens, such as blood and bodily fluids, for diagnostic purposes (Results Interpretation)
- Quality Control
- Microscopic Analysis
- Laboratory Information Systems (reporting & maintaining records of test results)
- Data Analysis and Documentation
- Analytical & Critical Thinking Skills
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Automated Laboratory Testing
- Safety Compliance
- HIPAA Compliance
- Communicating/ confirming lab findings to Lead or supervisory professionals/experts (collaborative)
Affiliations
• I enjoy drawing and painting as an artist.
• Entrepreneur.
• Entrepreneur.
Timeline
MLT Clinical-Blood Banking (Clinical Rotation)
University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
08.2022 - 12.2023
MLT Clinical-Microbiology (Clinical Rotation)
Medstar Good Samaritans Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2023
MLT Clinical-Chemistry (Clinical Rotation)
University of Maryland Midtown Campus
08.2022 - 12.2023
MLT Clinical-Hematology (Clinical Rotation)
Johns Hopkins Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Stevenson University
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
CCBC Essex
Certification
- Medical Laboratory Technologist (ASCP)
- EKG Certification