Sharon Rocha
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
ASCP certified medial lab technician with associates degree in applied science - tech prep medical laboratory technology. I have served for approximately 24 years as an MLT throughout the Corpus Christi region varying from moderate to high complexity laboratories. Always eager to establish positive relationships with pathologists,
physicians, nurses, technologists, medical personnel, and patients.
Skilled at using laboratory expertise and medical knowledge to help medical professionals make accurate decisions and support their objectives. Manage equipment, supplies and chemicals efficiently to coordinate smooth laboratory operations. Well-oriented to manage fast-paced work independently and contribute to successful diagnoses.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Science Teacher
W. B. Ray High School
Corpus Christi, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Selected and implemented effective materials and methods to properly teach students critical concepts.
- Fostered students' self-esteem and love of learning by maintaining welcoming and positive classroom environment.
- Reviewed and maintained operation records and reports to facilitate health education programs.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Graded projects, exams and assignments to track student progression.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
- Developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Clinical Pathology Laboratory
Corpus Christi, TX
05.2018 - 09.2022
- Draw blood from patients to collect samples using venipuncture and following aseptic techniques.
- Prepare specific send-out lab samples for shipping to reference laboratories.
- Analyze specimens following quality control measures for accurate results.
- Document patient medical information while following privacy procedures.
- Complete preventive maintenance to keep lab equipment and facility in ideal condition.
- Adhere to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Carry out medical laboratory procedures using skill in blood smear and urinalysis microscopy.
- Support efficient operations by keeping supplies organized and stocked.
- Maintain and data enter accurate client facility information and patient-specific records into Mysis, Atlas, and Meditech for processing.
- Process orders for lab testing and liaised with physicians and nurses to review critical results.
- Perform urinalysis, hematology, chemistry and other testing procedures involving hormone level testing.
- Perform stat and routine testing on various specimens for all clients affiliated with Clinical Pathology Laboratory.
- Perform troubleshooting to resolve common equipment issues or contact technical service engineers to repair complex problems.
- Perform stat testing for South Texas Surgical Hospital and all of the departments involved.
- Strive to yield accurate lab results in the most efficacious manner in order to provide the best quality patient care.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Bio Choice
Corpus Christi, TX
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided laboratory services for a private owned lab that serviced various nursing homes and assisted living communities throughout the region and surrounding areas.
- Performed lab testing in a moderate complexity laboratory including microbiology, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and chemistry including immunology and therapeutic drug testing.
- Performed quality control, routine maintenance, and as needed for troubleshooting procedures in order to provide the most accurate results.
- Supervised and observed the staff productivity to ensure the workflow of the lab is yielding efficient and prompt results to ordering physicians and other medical facilities.
- Completed preventive maintenance to keep lab equipment and facility in ideal condition.
- Ordered laboratory supplies to maintain inventory stock.
- Processed orders for lab testing and liaised with physicians to review results.
Lab Technician, Medical Laboratory Technician/Supervisor
Corpus Christi Family Medicine Center
Corpus Christi, Tx
10.2012 - 08.2017
- Perform basic laboratory procedures including phlebotomy, chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and immunology testing.
- Follow standard operating procedures for collecting and processing biological specimens for analysis.
- Perform assigned analytical testing or procedures that require limited independent judgement.
- Recognize factors that affect measurement and results, and take appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
- Operate instruments within the scope of training, utilizing the established protocols, and quality control checks.
- Recognize equipment malfunctions and proceed to troubleshooting steps to repair instrumentation.
- Communicate information such as test results with normal ranges and specimen requirement to authorized sources, which adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Communicate panic and critical values to physicians and nurses expeditiously.
- Perform the daily quality control and maintenance procedures required per analyzer.
- Demonstrate and train laboratory technical skills to new employees and/or students
- Overlook and ensure that the phlebotomists follow established venipuncture policy procedures and guidelines to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Oversaw quality control initiatives to optimize laboratory performance.
- Determined effective schedules by taking into consideration individual employee preferences and overall coverage needs.
- Generated monthly Quality Control reports.
- Performed COLA studies, completed all required API testing in a timely manner, and daily Quality Control runs.
- Evaluated and assessed lab equipment to resolve malfunctions and restore functionality.
- Applied established policies and procedures to performed assays of biological specimens.
- Promoted and enforced compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Received specimens and reviewed for quality, labeling and accessioning,
Medical Laboratory Technician
Northshore Emergency Center
Portland, Tx
03.2011 - 10.2013
- Was among the first group of lab technicians and medical staff to begin and establish this new stand-alone ER in Portland, TX
- Perform laboratory procedures across the major areas of the lab including blood banking, chemistry, hematology, immunology, urinalysis, and microbiology
- Follow established procedures for collecting and processing biological specimens for analysis
- Perform assigned analytical tests or procedures that require limited independent judgment
- Recognize factors that affect measurement and results and take appropriate action according to predetermined protocols
- Operate instruments within the cope of training, utilizing established protocols, and quality control checks
- Recognize equipment malfunctions and notifies appropriate supervisory personnel
- Communicate information such as test results, normal ranges and specimen requirements to authorized sources
- Perform routine quality control and maintain accurate records
- Perform occasional special phlebotomy for blood gas analysis on patients
- Demonstrate laboratory technical skills to new employees and students.
Medical Lab Technician
Corpus Christi Medical Center
Corpus Christi, TX
03.2010 - 03.2011
- Performed laboratory analysis on blood, urine and other body fluids throughout the lab including hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, chemistry, and blood bank
- Performed maintenance and all required calibrations and QC procedures to ensure optimal operations of each analyzer
- Occasionally performed phlebotomy on patients
- Interpreted and recorded PPD skin testing on patients and employee health screens
- Interpreted, recorded, and communicated results to physicians, nurses, and other medical personnel.
- Analyzed specimens following quality control measures for accurate results.
- Escorted patients to examining room or draw station and confirmed identity by asking date of birth.
- Communicated with teammates and various departments within facility for smooth transfer of information and operations.
Medical Lab Technician
Thomas-Spann Clinic, P.A
Corpus Christi, TX
04.2009 - 04.2010
- Conducted laboratory analysis on blood and urine samples in general areas of the lab including chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and serology.
- Followed all required maintenance, calibrations, and quality control procedures for each analyzer in order to ensure accurate results.
- Interpreted, recorded, and communicated results to physicians, nurses, and other medical personnel.
- Train and monitor students.
Medical Lab Technician
US Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic
Corpus Christi, TX
02.1999 - 08.2007
- Performed various lab testing on blood and urine specimens in general areas of the lab including chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and occult blood testing.
- Operated several models of automated analyzers and followed all required maintenance, calibrations, and quality control procedures.
- Performed phlebotomy in a rapid-paced setting with a high patient volume.
- Interpreted, documented, and communicated results to physicians, nurses, and occasionally to patients.
- Trained and monitored work-study students and new lab personnel. In addition, I was appointed as the alternate payroll clerk for the entire clinical staff.
- Prepared specific send-out lab samples for shipping to the referred hospital located in another city.
- Performed troubleshooting to resolve common equipment issues or contacted technical consultant to repair complex problems.
- Prepared reagents, solutions, and supplies to conduct lab tests.
Education
American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certified -
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX12.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Del Mar College
08.1998
High School Diploma -
Foy H. Moody High School
05.1992
Skills
- Supervision
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Work ethic
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Analytical
- Communication
- Relationship building
- Leadership
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Conflict resolution
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Laboratory assay analysis
- Computer skills
- Team building
Accomplishments
- The lab including chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and occult blood testing
- Operated several models of automated analyzers and followed all required maintenance, calibrations, and quality control procedures
- Performed phlebotomy in a rapid-paced setting with a high patient volume
- Interpreted, documented, and communicated results to physicians and occasionally to patients
- Trained and monitored work-study students and new lab personnel
- In addition, appointed as the alternate payroll clerk responsible for the entire clinical staff.
Timeline
Health Science Teacher
W. B. Ray High School
09.2022 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Clinical Pathology Laboratory
05.2018 - 09.2022
Medical Laboratory Technician
Bio Choice
11.2017 - 05.2018
Lab Technician, Medical Laboratory Technician/Supervisor
Corpus Christi Family Medicine Center
10.2012 - 08.2017
Medical Laboratory Technician
Northshore Emergency Center
03.2011 - 10.2013
Medical Lab Technician
Corpus Christi Medical Center
03.2010 - 03.2011
Medical Lab Technician
Thomas-Spann Clinic, P.A
04.2009 - 04.2010
Medical Lab Technician
US Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic
02.1999 - 08.2007
American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certified -
Del Mar College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Del Mar College
High School Diploma -
Foy H. Moody High School
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