Mital Patel
Piscataway,NJ
Summary
Proven Lead Medical Technologist with extensive experience in laboratory operations. Skilled in mentoring junior staff, equipment calibration, and quality control processes. Committed to maintaining high standards in laboratory testing and supporting accurate medical diagnoses.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medical Technologist
BioReference Laboratories
Elmwood Park, New Jersey
04.2023 - Current
- Performed routine and complex laboratory testing using various techniques and equipment, contributing to accurate medical diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
- Ensured accuracy of test results by monitoring quality control programs, calibrating equipment, and verifying procedures.
- Performed lot-to-lot comparison to ensure consistency in test results.
- Review quality control data and quality trends on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Conducted competency assessments and maintained training records for staff to ensure compliance with laboratory standards.
- Trained and mentored junior technologists on laboratory procedures and best practices, fostering skill development and operational excellence.
- Assist with occurrence management, nonconformances, corrective actions, and CAP investigations.
- Review CAP checklists and assist with inspection readiness activities.
- Performed instrument correlation, new QC verification, and validation studies.
- Coordinate proficiency testing activities and follow-up investigations.
- Reviewed patient records for completeness before specimen testing to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Maintained patient data, test results, and related records in line with established policies and procedures.
- Supported daily laboratory operations and maintained safety compliance across work areas.
- Checked in new laboratory supplies to maintain inventory accuracy. and places in designated storage location; records date received and placed into use on all reagent bottles/boxes/packages.
- Review pending logs, research and resolve missing specimen issues.
- Followed revised report procedures to enhance accuracy of laboratory documentation.
Medical Technologist, Microbiology
BioReference Laboratories
Elmwood Park, New Jersey
11.2017 - 04.2023
- Conducted microbiological testing on clinical specimens for accurate diagnosis.
- Documented testing procedures and results in laboratory information systems to ensure compliance and facilitate accurate diagnoses.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating various laboratory instruments, including Liaison XL, Agility, DSX, Tigris, OC Sensor Diana, HP Breath instrument, BD Affirm VPIII, and Alethia PCR.
- Microscopic examination of stool, urine and sputum for Ova and Parasites.
- Microscopic examination of Blood parasites by Giemsa staining.
- Microscopic examination of stool for Cyclospora, Isospora and Cryptosporidium species by Acid fast staining.
- Microscopic examination of Microsporidium species by modified acid-fast staining.
- Microscopic examination of Tick.
- Performed and documented maintenance on laboratory instruments daily, weekly, and monthly to ensure reliability and accuracy of test results.
- Perform monthly environmental testing in the departmental sections.
- Adjusted work schedule to address emergency staffing needs.
- Accurately performs STAT and routine orders within established time limits.
- Troubleshoot pending at the end of the shift.
- Perform and document Proficiency testing in the section.
- Managed supply inventory by ordering, receiving, and inspecting materials to maintain operational efficiency in the department.
- Engaged in various continuing education programs to enhance knowledge and skills in laboratory practices.
Education
Diploma in Medical Lab Technician - Microbiology
Sardar Patel University
Gujarat, INDIA06-2002
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Sardar Patel University
INDIA06-2001
Skills
- Quality control
- Equipment calibration
- Proficiency testing
- Lab testing and reporting
- Laboratory organization
- Laboratory auditing
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Laboratory safety
- Inventory management
- Leadership
- Patient communication
Timeline
Lead Medical Technologist
BioReference Laboratories
04.2023 - Current
Medical Technologist, Microbiology
BioReference Laboratories
11.2017 - 04.2023
Diploma in Medical Lab Technician - Microbiology
Sardar Patel University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Sardar Patel University