Hardworking Medical Laboratory Technologist bringing 12 years of expertise in medical laboratory testing needs. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and improving patient/doctor/nurse satisfaction. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Familiar with TJC, OSHA and FDA guidelines.
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Roula Abou-Lebde
Joliet,IL
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Silver Cross Hospital Medical Group
Medical Laboratory Technologist
02.2011 - Current
Job overview
- Acquired proper laboratory skills in operating lab independently including but not limited to: chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and phlebotomy
- Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with all applicable guidelines and laws.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Coast Medical Service
Medical Technologist
05.2023 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Observed and learned all hospital lab testing in two-weeks time in order to fill in needed positions.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
University Of Chicago Medical Center
Medical Laboratory Technologist
10.2016 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality and longevity.
- Ability to quickly learn and understand new computer programs used in lab.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Prepared and validated buffers and in-house reagents, calibrators and controls in advance of laboratory testing and analysis orders
- Conducted evaluations for over 100 patients daily, including chemical analysis and hematology
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Illinois State UniversityNormal, IL
Bachelor of Science from Medical Laboratory Technology
2011
University Overview
Joliet Junior CollegeJoliet, IL
Associate of Science
2009
University Overview
Skills
- Computer proficiency
- Inbound and Outbound Calling
- Equipment calibration
- Lab test analysis
- Specimen collection
- Microscopic techniques
- Good listening skills
- Planning and Coordination
- Verbal and written communication
- Analytical skills
- Detail-oriented
- Complaint resolution
- Excellent work ethic
- Time Management
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Creative Solutions
Certification
- Medical Laboratory Scientist, American Society of Clinical Pathology - 2015
- In progress 2023- CompTIA Security+
Additional Information
Additional Information
Siemens (Dimension-EXL2000, Siemens Stratus, Clinitek, CA660, Vista, Centaur,) Sysmex (XN 3000 with SP10 & SP50), Beckman Coulter (AcT 5diff), Radiometer (ABL 80 CO-OX, ABL 90 FLEX) , Abbott (ID NOW Rapid Isothermal System) Roche (C311, LIAT), Cepheid (GeneXpert),
LIS/EMR Systems
LIS/EMR Systems
Meditech, Cerner, EPIC-Superuser, Sunquest, WAM/Caresphere
Timeline
Medical Technologist
Coast Medical Service
05.2023 - 09.2023
Medical Laboratory Technologist
University Of Chicago Medical Center
10.2016 - 04.2023
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Silver Cross Hospital Medical Group
02.2011 - Current
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science from Medical Laboratory Technology
Joliet Junior College
Associate of Science
- Medical Laboratory Scientist, American Society of Clinical Pathology - 2015
- In progress 2023- CompTIA Security+
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