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Paola Lata

Rutherford,NJ

Summary

Dynamic clinical laboratory professional with extensive experience in specimen processing, analysis, and quality control, notably at Hospital Del Rio. Proven track record in improving sample analysis processes and implementing contingency plans during critical periods. Excels in teamwork, problem-solving, and maintaining laboratory safety protocols. Demonstrates a friendly, positive attitude and a commitment to excellence in clinical lab settings.


I don't speak fluent English but I can communicate.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Laboratory

Hospital Del Rio
03.2019 - 07.2021
  • Reception of samples.
  • Process and analysis of biological samples.
  • Contingency plan during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Quality control.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Clinical Laboratory

MSP Distrito De Salud Carlos Elizalde
09.2017 - 01.2019
  • Patients care.
  • Phlebotomy and analysis of biological samples.
  • Management of technological support and internal and external quality control.
  • Preparation and sending of samples to specialty laboratories, for specific tests through the health network.
  • Validation of processes under the authorization of a coordinator.


Clinical Laboratory Technician

Universidad De Cuenca
03.2015 - 03.2017
  • Patient reception.
  • Taking and analyzing samples for scheduled surgeries at the dental school.
  • Assistant in sample preparation for histology.
  • Paraffin, histological sections and mounting, staining.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Laboratory Analyst

Hospital Luis F Martinez
06.2007 - 03.2015
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
  • Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.

Education

Licenciado - Laboratorio Clinico

Universidad De Cuenca
Cuenca Ecuador
05-2015

Tecnologa Medica - Laboratorio Clinico

Universidad De Cuenca
Cuenca, Ecuador
08-2005

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Microscopy techniques
  • Specimen Processing
  • Analytical chemistry
  • Clinical lab settings
  • Testing and analysis

Timeline

Clinical Laboratory

Hospital Del Rio
03.2019 - 07.2021

Clinical Laboratory

MSP Distrito De Salud Carlos Elizalde
09.2017 - 01.2019

Clinical Laboratory Technician

Universidad De Cuenca
03.2015 - 03.2017

Laboratory Analyst

Hospital Luis F Martinez
06.2007 - 03.2015

Licenciado - Laboratorio Clinico

Universidad De Cuenca

Tecnologa Medica - Laboratorio Clinico

Universidad De Cuenca
Paola Lata