Medical Technologist with 37 years of training and experience in laboratory environments that optimize patient safety with minimal medical or health care errors. Demonstrated to perform laboratory tests and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease. Consistently employs methodical approaches to analyze results, establish procedures and use computers and specialized instruments for accurate and precise testing.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist
Rush Oak Park Hospital, 520 S Maple Ave,
Oak Park, IL
05.2018 - Current
Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
Operated Architect ci4100(Abbott), Dimension EXL (Siemens), Echo Blood Bank laboratory equipment adhered to strict maintenance schedules.
Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient.
Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
Medical Technologist
Thorek Memorial Hospital, 850 Irving Park Road,
Chicago, IL
06.2015 - 06.2018
Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
Operated Cobas Roche, Sysmex XN 2000, and CA 500 Coage Analyzer and adhered to strict maintenance schedules.
Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
Medical Technologist
Methodist Hospital Of Chicago, 5025 N Paulina Ave,
Chicago, IL
12.2006 - 06.2015
Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
Operated Cell-Dyn Ruby Hematology (Abbott), Dimension EXL(Simence), Precision Xceed Pro(Abbott) Blood Glucose and Beta-Ketone monitoring System, CA 500 Coage Analyzer laboratory equipment, and adhered to strict maintenance schedules.
Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
Medical Technologist
Bapunagar General Hospital,ESIS,Bapunagar
Ahmedabad , Gujarat State.INDIA
01.1985 - 05.2005
Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
Trained other employees in laboratory testing procedures.
Identified test system abnormalities with potential for negatively affecting test performance or reporting and corrected issues.
Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bio-Chemistry
St.Xavier's College
Gujarat University,Ahmedabad.Gujarat State INDIA
04.1991
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
J & J College of Science
College Road, Nadiad. Gujarat State, INDIA
04.1982
Diploma Medical Technology Certificate
B.J.Medical College
Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad.Gujarat State INDIA
Skills
Equipment Testing and Calibration
Quality Assurance and Control
Quality Improvement Plans
High Complexity Testing
Corrective Actions
Medical Laboratory Equipment
Reagent Preparation
Monthly Inventory
Transfusion Medicine
Specimen Testing and Analysis
Microscopic Examination
White Blood Cell Counting
Performing Urinalysis
Blood Sample Testing
Lab Specimen Collection
Biohazardous Waste Disposal
Specimen Processing
Certification
MT - Medical Technologist in Hematology (ASCP)
Phlebotomy Technician (ASCP)
Architect ci4100 Training completed 33 CE Credit Hours. Abbott Company. Date: 01/17/2020