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Melissa Fallorina

San Diego,USA

Summary

Medical Laboratory Technician with a strong background in specimen preparation and laboratory information systems. Excelled in training and developing teams, streamlining operations, ensuring accurate test results, and delivering exceptional patient care. Awarded 'Employee of the Month' for outstanding performance and exceptional analytical thinking. Skilled in medical data entry and specimen processing, demonstrating unparalleled detail orientation and organizational skills.

Work History

Medical Technician

Naval Medical Center (Defense Health Agency)
09.2024 - Current
  • Performs Quality Control as defined on Blood Bank Component Processing (CP) QC Schedule
  • Coordinates with CP Lead MT to identify specific QC duties, to include daily review of QC and performs Equipment and Room Temperature Quarterly Alarm Activation QC for all equipment
  • Performs component manufacturing of Platelets, Red blood cells (CPD and CPDA-1), Low titer O Whole Blood, Fresh Frozen Plasma, Cryoprecipitate, and Deglycerolized Red Blood Cells in accordance with applicable SOPs
  • Works with CP POIC and compiles QC and PM records package and reviews for accuracy and completeness with 98% of discrepancies identified, documented as a QVR (if needed) and submit to CP Lead MT
  • Compiles Lot Release packages on a daily basis

Technician

Labcorp
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Conducted complex technical procedures and evaluated specimen acceptability, ensuring accurate test results for enhanced patient care
  • Monitored and troubleshooted instrumentation, performed preventive maintenance, and documented quality control procedures to maintain operational excellence
  • Prepared and evaluated new reagents and controls, demonstrated technical decision-making skills in testing and problem-solving scenarios
  • Contributed to efficient lab operations by identifying and replenishing testing bench supplies, supporting seamless workflow processes
  • Delivered timely and precise test results, adhering to departmental Standard Operating Procedures to enhance overall patient care quality

Support Services Team Lead

Labcorp
07.2022 - 04.2024
  • Team lead of Accessioning Department handling hospital accounts
  • Functions or acts as work leader in Support Services department to coordinate workflow in one or more of the following areas: Technical Services, Accessioning, Specimen Management and Referrals, Data Entry, results transmissions, client services, switchboard, and administration
  • Responsible for reviewing and assigning work
  • Researches, troubleshoots, and follows-up on clients’ inquiries and problems
  • Troubleshoots and assists department employees in resolving problems
  • Trains new employees assigned to hospital accessioning
  • Performs administrative duties as assigned by Supervisor
  • Knowledge of office equipment and computer experience
  • Thorough knowledge of client services procedures and operations

Specimen Processing Specialist / Trainer

Labcorp
02.2020 - 06.2022
  • Provided training and coaching with respect and professionalism to all new and existing accessioning employees
  • Developed appropriate resources to accomplish training objectives
  • Conducted competency review to all new and existing accessioning employees
  • Provided guidance to employees in helping them meet productivity goal
  • Accessioned clinical trials and irreplaceable (body fluids, kidney stones, bone marrow, CSF, tissues, and biopsies) specimens
  • Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems
  • An awardee, 'Employee of the Month', for the month of August 2021
  • Performed additional administrative and operational tasks as needed/assigned

Specimen Accessioner / Medical Data Entry

Labcorp
03.2018 - 01.2020
  • Handled hospital, non-hospital, and new accounts performing the following duties and responsibilities:
  • Received and unpacked all specimens for testing and sorted them in respective laboratory departments
  • Verified patient demographic information to match with test requisition form submitted
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks
  • Entered patient information and ordered tests into the computer system for tracking purposes; labeled patient samples
  • Met key production metrics and quality measures to ensure timely and accurate results
  • Performed intensive data entry in accordance with laboratory protocols and HIPAA regulations
  • Resolved and documented any problem specimens
  • Handled and disposed of medical and chemical waste
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards

Education

Certificate of Achievement - Medical Laboratory Technology

San Diego Miramar College
San Diego, CA
12.2023

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology

Far Eastern University
Manila, Philippines
05.2016

Skills

  • Specimen Processing, Storage and Preparation
  • Medical Data Entry
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Training & Development
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Flexible, Adaptable, and Multitasking
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking

Certification

  • Medical Laboratory Technician, American Society for Clinical Pathology, 2024
  • National Certified Phlebotomy Technician, National Center for Competency Testing, 2022

Timeline

Medical Technician

Naval Medical Center (Defense Health Agency)
09.2024 - Current

Technician

Labcorp
05.2024 - 08.2024

Support Services Team Lead

Labcorp
07.2022 - 04.2024

Specimen Processing Specialist / Trainer

Labcorp
02.2020 - 06.2022

Specimen Accessioner / Medical Data Entry

Labcorp
03.2018 - 01.2020
  • Medical Laboratory Technician, American Society for Clinical Pathology, 2024
  • National Certified Phlebotomy Technician, National Center for Competency Testing, 2022

Certificate of Achievement - Medical Laboratory Technology

San Diego Miramar College

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology

Far Eastern University

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