Raquel Rosales
Wapato,WA
Summary
Medical Technologist with 6 years of experience in performing complex patient testing across multiple departments, including chemistry, blood bank, immunology, urinalysis, hematology, and microbiology. Expertise in quality control monitoring, proficiency testing, and reagent supplies management. Successful in collaborating with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes through accurate and timely diagnostic services. Proven ability to adapt to new technologies and methodologies in fast-paced environments, enhancing laboratory productivity and efficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist
NorthStar Lodge Cancer Center
2023.10 - Current
- Managed the College of American Pathology (CAP) accreditation inspection for 2023, ensuring compliance and quality standards: Accredited accomplished for 2023-2025
- Performed linearities to define appropriate technical ranges for accurate patient testing.
- Manage proficiency testing, ensuring adherence to CAP requirements and standards. Passed all proficiency testing with 98%.
- Calibrated laboratory instruments and prepared reagents according to established protocols.
- Reviewed test results to confirm accuracy and diagnosed causes behind irregular findings.
- Communicated with physicians to discuss lab test findings, procedures and other relevant information.
- Trained, coached and oversaw daily work of medical lab technicians.
- Conducted comprehensive clinical laboratory testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and transfusion medicine to ensure accurate patient diagnosis.
- Coordinated with the team to troubleshoot and update analyzers, improving operational efficiency and patient outcomes by 90%: Turnaround times for the 1st quarter of 2024 were 95%, second quarter by 98%.
- Conduct annual competency assessments for team members, enhancing skills and performance.
- Reviewed and updated laboratory procedures via MediaLab, enhancing accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Achieved precise chemistry test results by consistently calibrating analyzers, implementing quality control protocols, and conducting regular maintenance checks.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, reagents and materials used in the lab environment.
Medical Technologist
MultiCare Yakima Memorial
2021.09 - Current
- Executed a wide range of patient testing procedures encompassing disciplines like urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, microbiology,and blood bank.
- Conducted thorough analyzes of 200+ weekly medical tests, utilizing expertise across multiple departments to support accurate disease diagnosis.
- Mentored and trained new staff, fostering a collaborative environment that elevated team performance.
- Maintained compliance with CAP, CLIA and safety conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient test results and reported any abnormalities to the physician.
- Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Selected and prepared specimens and media for cell cultures.
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology or blood group.
- Obtained, cut and mounted biological material on slides for microscopic study and diagnosis.
- Participated in proficiency testing and external quality assessment schemes to benchmark laboratory performance against peers.
- Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using variety of techniques, instrumentation and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- Engaged in continuous professional development, staying current with advances in medical technology and laboratory medicine.
Education
MBA - Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake, Utah06.2024
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science -
Heritage University
Toppenish, WA2020-08
Associates of Arts-DTA -
Yakima Community College
Yakima, WA06.2016
Skills
- Reagent Purchasing
- Quality Control monitoring
- Analyzer Troubleshooting
- Laboratory results interpretation
- Data Analysis
- Specimen analysis
- Data Interpretation
- Diagnostic Testing
- Instrument Calibration
Certification
- Medical laboratory Scientist, American Medical Technologist: MLS (AMT)cm
Timeline
Medical Technologist
NorthStar Lodge Cancer Center
2023.10 - Current
Medical Technologist
MultiCare Yakima Memorial
2021.09 - Current
MBA - Healthcare Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science -
Heritage University
Associates of Arts-DTA -
Yakima Community College
- Medical laboratory Scientist, American Medical Technologist: MLS (AMT)cm
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