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Robert Ray

Merced,California-CA

Summary

Detail-oriented CLS well-versed in performing tests such as urinalysis, blood gasses and blood smears. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring 40 + years of related experience to challenging new role.

Overview

60
60
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Owner/Manager/Su

Central Valley Diagnostic Laboratory
Merced, CA
09.1995 - 10.2021
  • Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to Lab Director for handling.
  • Performed testing and identification using reference reagents and prescribed techniques.
  • Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
  • Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.
  • Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
  • Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
  • Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
  • Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
  • Summarized test results and activities for management via verbal updates or written reports.

Operated wide range of laboratory equipment supervised and trained phlebotomist.

CLS/Manager

Quail Labs
Merced, CA
04.1993 - 08.1995

Manager,supervisor, working Tech.

Manager

Merced & Modesto Bio-Science Labs
Merced/Modesto CA
08.1990 - 09.1993

Supervised and managed labs to be compliant with California State laws.

CLS/Manager of Operations

Merced Clinical Lab
Merced, CA
04.1985 - 08.1990

Managed and supervised daily work and maintained compliance with State laws.

Assistant Manager

Merced Clinical Lab
Merced, CA
08.1983 - 05.1985
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.

Instructor

CSUF, Fresno
Fresno, CA
02.1976 - 09.1977
  • Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.worked with grad students on projects.

PM Supervisor

Doctors Hospital
Modesto, CA
08.1975 - 09.1976

Supervised lab operation on pm shift.

Chief Tech.

Merced Pathology Lab
Merced, CA
02.1970 - 09.1975
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
  • Mentored junior technicians in maintenance, repair and reporting duties.

Laboratory Specialist

USAF
California/Colorado
08.1961 - 06.1972
  • Provided technical guidance and training to laboratory staff.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop new procedures and protocols.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality.

On Call Tech

J,C. Fremont Hospital
Mariposa, CA
04.1983 - 09.2000

On call for emergency work part time weekends.

Education

Ph.D. - Microbiology

Univerity of San Moritz
England
1998

MBA Candidate -

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
1980

Bachelor of Science -

U Southern Colorado
Pueblo, CO
03.1970

Skills

  • Interdepartmental Coordination
  • Regulatory Standards
  • Specimen Processing
  • Data Reports
  • Supply Ordering
  • Quality Assurance Evaluation
  • Technical Consulting
  • Corrective Actions
  • Microorganism Isolation
  • Laboratory Instrumentation
  • Quality Assurance Policies
  • Laboratory Procedures
  • Patient Information
  • Instrumentation Maintenance
  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Clinical Safety
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • QC Reporting
  • Medical Testing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Universal Precautions
  • Safety Precautions
  • Interpreting Laboratory Results
  • Validation Protocols
  • Quality Improvement Plans
  • Blood Sample Collection
  • Records Management Systems
  • Infection Control
  • Reagent Preparation
  • Standards Compliance
  • Safety Compliance
  • Schedule Maintenance
  • Microorganism Identification
  • Test Result Validity

Affiliations

ASCP, CALMT, ASCP DLM

Certification

  • MT - Medical Technologist. CLS, ASCP, DLM

Timeline

Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Owner/Manager/Su

Central Valley Diagnostic Laboratory
09.1995 - 10.2021

CLS/Manager

Quail Labs
04.1993 - 08.1995

Manager

Merced & Modesto Bio-Science Labs
08.1990 - 09.1993

CLS/Manager of Operations

Merced Clinical Lab
04.1985 - 08.1990

Assistant Manager

Merced Clinical Lab
08.1983 - 05.1985

On Call Tech

J,C. Fremont Hospital
04.1983 - 09.2000

Instructor

CSUF, Fresno
02.1976 - 09.1977

PM Supervisor

Doctors Hospital
08.1975 - 09.1976

Chief Tech.

Merced Pathology Lab
02.1970 - 09.1975

Ph.D. - Microbiology

Univerity of San Moritz

MBA Candidate -

Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Science -

U Southern Colorado

Laboratory Specialist

USAF
08.1961 - 06.1972
Robert Ray