Saira Bashir
North Wales,Pennsylvania
Summary
Dynamic Medical Technologist with extensive experience at Tower Health, skilled in quality control and equipment calibration. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through accurate test results and effective teamwork. Certified by ASCP as medical laboratory scientist, adept at troubleshooting and employing microscopic techniques to ensure optimal laboratory performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist
Tower Health
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted routine laboratory tests utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment (Sysmex, ckinitek novus, UF 5000 from sysmex, clinitek advantus, iSED Elite from ALCOR, Cepheid) to ensure accurate patient results.
- Operated and maintained laboratory instruments, adhering to strict quality control procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to interpret test results and provide timely information for patient care decisions.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on proper laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
- Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
- Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing specimens and maintaining optimal instrument performance.
- Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
- Increased efficiency by troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performing routine maintenance tasks as needed.
- Ensured timely reporting of critical results to healthcare providers, allowing for swift interventions in life-threatening situations.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during technology upgrades by assisting with validation studies, user training, and documentation updates.
Medical Technologist
Jeanes Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2023
- Conducted routine laboratory tests utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment ( LH800, Beckman Coulter, Dimension from Siemens, Iris for urinalysis, Orth vision and Galileo in blood bank, bactek in microbiology) to ensure accurate patient results.
- Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
- Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing specimens and maintaining optimal instrument performance.
- Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
- Increased efficiency by troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performing routine maintenance tasks as needed.
- Continuously sought opportunities for professional growth through participation in conferences, workshops, and relevant continuing education courses.
Medical Technologist
Patient First
08.2013 - 04.2020
- Conducted routine laboratory tests utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment (ABX, Clinitek advantus) to ensure accurate patient results.
- Upheld regulatory compliance by adhering to all relevant laws, guidelines, policies, and procedures related to medical laboratory practice.
- Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with OSHA, Universal Precautions, and quality assurance policies.
- Served as a reliable resource for physicians seeking clarification on test results or guidance on appropriate testing strategies for specific patient cases.
- Performed daily quality control checks to ensure reliability of laboratory results.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, maintaining laboratory operations at optimal levels.
Medical Technologist
Quest Diagnostics
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Conducted routine laboratory tests utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment (LH750) to ensure accurate patient results.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments (LH750)and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Contributed to ongoing process improvement initiatives by participating in departmental meetings and sharing insights on best practices.
- Assisted in development of new testing protocol that became standard practice in laboratory.
- Enhanced patient diagnosis accuracy by conducting and analyzing complex laboratory tests.
Medical Technologist
Salem County Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 11.2011
- Conducted routine laboratory tests utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment to ensure accurate patient results in hematology and blood bank labs.
- Ensured accurate diagnoses with thorough quality control procedures and diligent recordkeeping.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments (Elite pro for coagulation testing and LH 750for CBC) and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
Medical Technologist
Delaware County Memorial Hospital
09.2008 - 04.2010
- Conducted routine laboratory tests utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment to ensure accurate patient results.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Optimized workflow within the laboratory through thoughtful organization of workspaces and efficient allocation of resources.
- Aided in the development of departmental goals and objectives that aligned with overall hospital mission statements.
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
- Operated highly specialized laboratory equipment (Dimensions in chemistry, Sysmex and STAGO in Hematology, Bactek in Microbiology)to process specimens.
Medical Technologist
Hospital of University of Pennsylvania
07.2007 - 09.2008
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in specimen processing.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments (Echo Galileo) and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
- Supported patient care by providing timely and accurate test results, blood, plasma, cryo, and coagulation factors, including factor VII, to our patients and to physicians and healthcare professionals.
- Used gel method and special enzyme treatments to identify allo- and auto-antibodies in patients.
- Washed red blood cells for patients with allergies to blood preservatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA05-2007
Skills
- Quality control
- Quality control procedures
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Specimen collection
- Immunology
- Results troubleshooting
- Microscopic techniques
- Medical laboratory scientist (MLS) (MT) certified by ASCP
Affiliations
Certified by American society of clinical pathologist as Medical Laboratory Scientist.
Used Cerner, Soft lab, Soft blood bank, WellSky, Caresphere, Epic Beaker lab information systems.
Certification
Certified by Americal Society of Clinical Pathologists as Medical Laboratory Scientist.
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Elementary
Timeline
Medical Technologist
Tower Health
09.2023 - Current
Medical Technologist
Jeanes Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2023
Medical Technologist
Patient First
08.2013 - 04.2020
Medical Technologist
Quest Diagnostics
10.2012 - 03.2013
Medical Technologist
Salem County Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 11.2011
Medical Technologist
Delaware County Memorial Hospital
09.2008 - 04.2010
Medical Technologist
Hospital of University of Pennsylvania
07.2007 - 09.2008
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Thomas Jefferson University