Pratik Patel
Clinical Laboratory Manager
Summary
Detail-oriented Laboratory Manager highly effective at keeping laboratories running smoothly and efficiently. Knowledgeable about managing supplies, equipment, and facilities. Pursuing new professional challenges with the opportunity to make a positive impact on laboratory operations and research success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Laboratory Manager
Apex Laboratories LLC
Linwood , New Jersey
09.2022 - Current
- Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform experiments and analyze results.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean, and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
- Developed and tested formulas for UTI, Respiratory Pathogen Panel, Fungal and Wound Care, as well as Vaginal Bacteria. Maintained products to high quality, low cost options.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws via CAP and API Accreditations.
- Maintained operational high complexity laboratory via SOP and general GLP.
- Completed validations for each test panel presented and updated SOP's above standard regulations for future planning to expand laboratory testing.
Medical Technologist
RDX Bioscience
Springfield, NJ
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with OSHA, Universal Precautions, and quality assurance policies.
- Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using LIS for storage and retrieval.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Operated highly specialized laboratory equipment to process specimens.
- Enforced quality control protocols to maintain accuracy of test results.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Sunrise Diagnostics
South Plainfield, NJ
11.2020 - 09.2022
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Performed Sars Covid rtPCR testing during Covid-19 Epidemic.
- High Volume throughput of samples delivered in a very quick TAT.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
Medical Technologist
Genophyll Laboratory
Monmouth Junction, NJ
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance programs to maintain accuracy of results.
- Prepared reports to document laboratory results and findings.
- Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or inadequate care plans.
• Performed and documented hematological and chemical examinations on blood and other body fluids for detection and identification of communicable and other diseases.
• Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids and read test results to make accurate care decisions. • Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality and longevity. • Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
Senior Laboratory Technician
Rucdr Infinite Biologics
Piscataway, NJ
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Prepared blood smears for pathologist to review.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Hamilton Easy Blood machines
- • QPCR involved with manual pipetting if needed.
• Centrifuging experience
• SOP guidelines
• FLOW BEE vacuum organized and shipping to clients
• Managed high throughput samples in a timely manner to reach goals.
• Sample Management
• Managed and organized Sara-COVID 19 samples.
• Processed into laboratory Information Management System database.
• Relocated and stored via LIMS samples in order for different management departments would have access to locations of samples needed for future research.
Education
Master of Science - Biology
Kean University
Union, NJ 09.2020 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Kean University
Union, NJ 09.2015 - 05.2020
Skills
Staff Management
undefinedTimeline
Laboratory Manager
Apex Laboratories LLC
09.2022 - Current
Medical Technologist
RDX Bioscience
04.2021 - 09.2022
Medical Technologist
Genophyll Laboratory
01.2021 - 04.2021
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Sunrise Diagnostics
11.2020 - 09.2022
Master of Science - Biology
Kean University
09.2020 - 09.2021
Senior Laboratory Technician
Rucdr Infinite Biologics
05.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Kean University
09.2015 - 05.2020
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