Lazaro Ariel Gonzalez Rodriguez
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented bilingual Medical Laboratory Scientist (AMT-certified) with extensive experience in high-complexity testing across diverse disciplines, including hematology, coagulation, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, urinalysis, and immunohematology within acute care, ICU, and hospital laboratory environments. Proven track record of delivering precise and timely results for patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics while fostering effective collaboration with nursing and clinical teams. Expertise in maintaining rigorous compliance with CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission standards ensures the highest quality of laboratory operations. A strong foundation in quality control, result validation, and regulatory readiness enhances overall laboratory efficiency and patient care outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (Full-Time)
Henderson Hospital – Valley Health System
Las Vegas, NV
05.2025 - Current
- Perform automated, semi-automated, and manual high-complexity testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology, and urinalysis in accordance with established SOPs.
- Operate and maintain laboratory analyzers including Sysmex, Beckman Coulter, Roche, ensuring accurate calibration, QC review, and troubleshooting.
- Verify, validate, and release test results; report critical values promptly to physicians and nursing staff per hospital policy.
- Support ICU and acute care services by delivering timely diagnostic data for critically ill patients.
- Participate in quality assurance and quality control programs, ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission requirements.
- Assist in training and mentoring new MLS staff and laboratory assistants.
- Maintain strict adherence to biosafety, infection control, and HIPAA standards.
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (Full-Time)
Henderson Hospital – Valley Health System
Las Vegas, NV
05.2025 - Current
- Perform automated, semi-automated, and manual high-complexity testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology, and urinalysis in accordance with established SOPs.
- Operate and maintain laboratory analyzers including Sysmex, Beckman Coulter, Roche, ensuring accurate calibration, QC review, and troubleshooting.
- Verify, validate, and release test results; report critical values promptly to physicians and nursing staff per hospital policy.
- Support ICU and acute care services by delivering timely diagnostic data for critically ill patients.
- Participate in quality assurance and quality control programs, ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission requirements.
- Assist in training and mentoring new MLS staff and laboratory assistants.
- Maintain strict adherence to biosafety, infection control, and HIPAA standards.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Per Diem)
North Vista Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
11.2025 - Current
- Perform high-complexity clinical laboratory testing across core disciplines in an acute care hospital setting.
- Provide flexible staffing coverage while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with CLIA and hospital policies.
- Collaborate with nursing and clinical teams to ensure timely reporting of results supporting patient care.
Back Office Supervisor
My Family Doc
Las Vegas, NV
01.2024 - 10.2025
- Performed specimen collection and processing in a family medicine clinical laboratory environment.
- Conducted molecular diagnostics using Cepheid GeneXpert, including SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A/B, RSV, and Bacterial Vaginosis assays.
- Performed microscopic wet mount examinations, urinalysis via Clinitek dipstick technology, and point-of-care toxicology screening.
- Supported routine diagnostic testing and ensured accurate documentation in compliance with CLIA laboratory standards.
Lab Assistant
Pinellas County Health Department
St. Petersburg, FL
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Processed clinical specimens and assisted with diagnostic testing in a public health laboratory.
- Maintained accurate documentation and adhered to laboratory safety and regulatory protocols.
- Supported public health initiatives through laboratory analysis and data reporting.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
General Hospital of Cienfuegos
Cienfuegos, Cuba
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Performed CBCs, coagulation, metabolic panels, blood gases, sepsis markers, and COVID-19 PCR/antigen/antibody testing.
- Conducted infection screening, blood cultures, and identified secondary bacterial/fungal infections.
- Prepared and crossmatched blood products for emergency transfusions, ensuring safety.
- Communicated critical results to physicians and participated in multidisciplinary ICU rounds.
- Maintained instrument functionality and adhered to biosafety/infection-control protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science (5-Year Program)
Medical Science University of Cienfuegos
Cienfuegos, Cuba07.2020
Skills
- Hematology & Coagulation
- Clinical Chemistry & Blood Gases
- Microbiology & Infection Screening
- Immunohematology / Blood Bank
- Urinalysis & Serology
- Neonatal–Geriatric Testing
- Critical Value Reporting
- QC, QA & Regulatory Compliance (CLIA, CAP)
- Instrument Calibration & Troubleshooting
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Certification
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), AMT – Certified
- State of Nevada – Medical Laboratory Scientist License
- State of Nevada – General Laboratory Supervisor License
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
Spanish – Native
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Per Diem)
North Vista Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (Full-Time)
Henderson Hospital – Valley Health System
05.2025 - Current
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (Full-Time)
Henderson Hospital – Valley Health System
05.2025 - Current
Back Office Supervisor
My Family Doc
01.2024 - 10.2025
Lab Assistant
Pinellas County Health Department
03.2022 - 05.2022
Medical Laboratory Scientist
General Hospital of Cienfuegos
08.2018 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science (5-Year Program)
Medical Science University of Cienfuegos