Rey Ricacho
Spring,TX
Summary
Dynamic Medical Laboratory Scientist with extensive experience at CHI St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital. Expert in specimen processing and laboratory safety, consistently improving turnaround times and accuracy. Proven ability to mentor staff and enhance teamwork, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
CHI St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital
08.2016 - Current
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Maintained high levels of laboratory safety by adhering to strict guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets related to accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction metrics within the lab setting.
- Mentored new staff members, providing training on laboratory techniques and best practices for efficient workflow management.
- Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations.
- Improved turnaround times for test results through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
Medical Technologist
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
Medical Technologist
Christus Spohn Hospital
02.2010 - 07.2015
- Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing specimens and maintaining optimal instrument performance.
- Increased efficiency by troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performing routine maintenance tasks as needed.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide timely and accurate data for patient treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Southwestern University
Philippines05-1995
Skills
- Laboratory safety
- Specimen processing
- Test result interpretation
- Quality control
- Time management
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication skills
- Specimen handling
- Patient confidentiality
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Microbiology techniques
- Reagent preparation
- Sample testing
Certification
- Certified Medical Technologist (MT, AMT)- 2008
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
CHI St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital
08.2016 - Current
Medical Technologist
Doctors Hospital of Laredo
07.2015 - 08.2016
Medical Technologist
Christus Spohn Hospital
02.2010 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Southwestern University
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