Margarita Jurado, MPH
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Poised and pragmatic professional transitioning to occupational health and safety position with a solid background in designing and implementing procedures to minimize and mitigate worker risk. Logical and productive professional with excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills backed by 10+ years of training in Clinical Laboratory Science and Industrial Hygiene. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges, as well as independent and team-centered roles.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Hygiene Intern
Kaizen Safety Solutions
Phoenix, AZ
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Executed industrial hygiene strategies and documented electronic and manual tools for processes to assess and minimize client exposures to physical, ergonomic, chemical and biological and occupational hazards
- Interviewed clients such as management and employees to acquire specific details on hazardous operational processes and conditions
- Conducted in-depth investigations in situations involving severe accidents and fatalities
- Prepared formal and informal reports of findings to reference regulations and identify potential exposures to hazards
- Recommended control measures and modifications to existing procedures to control hazards
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations for clients
- Collected samples of materials and coordinated testing for hazardous conditions
- Performed analyses or physical inspections of samples to detect hazardous conditions
- Assisted in sampling and evaluation of post-fire environments
- Collaborated with other members of research team to gather and evaluate literary works for research on post fire restoration methods
Lead Medical Technologist
Wickenburg Community Hospital
Wickenburg, AZ
10.2012 - 02.2022
- Managed routine laboratory operations and supervised employees
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests
- Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with OSHA, Universal Precautions and quality assurance policies
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting
- Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations
- Collected data and created reports on Communicable & Infectious Diseases for Arizona Department of Health Services
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use
Lead Medical Technologist
HonorHealth Saguaro Family Practice
Phoenix, AZ
11.2015 - 08.2017
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests
- Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with laboratory protocols, OSHA, Universal Precautions and quality assurance policies
- Operated laboratory equipment and adhered to strict maintenance schedules
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use
- Participated in procedure and instrument development activities
Medical Technologist
Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital Westgate
Glendale, AZ
05.2014 - 03.2017
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Medical Technologist
Dignity Health Arizona General Hospital
Laveen, AZ
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests
- Participated in procedure and instrument development activities
- Managed routine laboratory operations and kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws
Education
Master of Public Health -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
DeVry University
2012
Associate of Science -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ2010
Associate in Business -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ2010
Associate of Arts -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ2009
Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Knowledgeable in Safety and Health Hazards
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent work ethic
- Cultural awareness
- Computer proficiency
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent relationship building skills
- Organization and Time management
- Multitasking abilities
- PPE Compliance
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Industrial Hygiene Intern
Kaizen Safety Solutions
08.2021 - 09.2022
Lead Medical Technologist
HonorHealth Saguaro Family Practice
11.2015 - 08.2017
Medical Technologist
Dignity Health Arizona General Hospital
11.2014 - 11.2015
Medical Technologist
Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital Westgate
05.2014 - 03.2017
Lead Medical Technologist
Wickenburg Community Hospital
10.2012 - 02.2022
Master of Public Health -
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
DeVry University
Associate of Science -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Associate in Business -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Associate of Arts -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
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