Mayra Torres
Belleview,Florida
Summary
Medical Laboratory Technician with over 20 years of experience in conducting laboratory tests and procedures, analyzing and interpreting test results, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies. Skilled in quality control and assurance, data analysis and interpretation, and equipment maintenance and calibration. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Supervisor (POL)
Advanced Urology Institute
Oxford, Florida
11.2014 - Current
- Performing laboratory tests and procedures
- Analyzing and interpreting test results
- Maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies
- Ensuring quality control and accuracy of test results
- Assisted with the training of new personnel in laboratory techniques and procedures.
- Identified discrepancies in test results that may indicate errors in specimen collection or processing methods.
- Monitored inventory levels of chemicals and reagents necessary for accurate testing processes.
- Evaluated new technologies related to laboratory operations and recommended changes accordingly.
- Performed quality control procedures to validate test results according to established standards.
- Identified and corrected problems that could adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.
- Ordered laboratory supplies to maintain inventory stock.
- Supervised daily operations of laboratory personnel, ensuring that all activities were completed according to established protocols.
- Provided technical guidance and support to laboratory staff on a variety of techniques including chromatography, mass spectrometry, microscopy, imaging analysis.
- Monitored laboratory inventory levels for reagents and supplies; ordered additional items as needed.
- Analyzed test results using statistical techniques to identify trends or anomalies in product performance over time.
- Conducted training sessions for new lab technicians in proper use of equipment, safety protocols.
- Reviewed scientific literature to stay current on best practices in the field of laboratory science.
- Conducted periodic audits to ensure accuracy and completeness of data entry into databases.
- Generated monthly Quality Control reports.
- Facilitated inspections to achieve successful outcomes.
- Received specimens and reviewed for quality, labeling and accessioning,
Medical Laboratory Technician
Central Florida Alliance
Leesburg, FL
07.2011 - 03.2015
- Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments.
- Prepared reagents, media, stains, solutions, and other materials used in testing procedures.
- Conducted microscopic examinations of body fluids such as urine or blood samples.
- Recorded all test results accurately into the laboratory computer system.
- Provided technical support to clinicians regarding specimen collection requirements or other pertinent issues.
- Reported any suspected problems with test performance directly to supervisor or clinical staff members.
- Calibrated and performed routine maintenance to keep laboratory equipment in satisfactory condition.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Marion Technical Institute
Ocala, FL12.2003
Skills
- Laboratory testing and analysis
- Quality control and assurance
- Inventory Control
- Laboratory Assistants Supervision
- Clinical Pathology
- Invoice Verification
- Database Management
- Tissue Embedding
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Equipment maintenance and calibration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Quality Testing
- Document Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Supervisor (POL)
Advanced Urology Institute
11.2014 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Central Florida Alliance
07.2011 - 03.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Marion Technical Institute
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