Valeria Duran
Miami,FL
Summary
Reliable Medical Technologist with current AMT certification and excellent clinical laboratory skills. Successful at conducting and analyzing laboratory assays with high level of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist, Generalist
HCA Aventura Hospital
Aventura, FL
2023.09 - Current
- Performed routine and specialized laboratory tests in the areas of Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Serology and Chemistry.
- Maintained quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of test results.
- Troubleshot instrument malfunctions and performed necessary repairs and maintenance as required.
- Evaluated lab results for accuracy prior to releasing them to physicians or patients.
- Utilized various software programs to enter data into the computer system.
- Utilized Vitros analyzer in the chemistry department, ACLtop in coagulation, Iris for urinalysis, Sysmex for hematology, Sofia and Abbot for serology.
Medical Assistant
Miami Beach Community Health Center
Miami, FL
2022.09 - Current
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Operated electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
Phlebotomy Technician
Vidamax Medical Center
Miami, FL
2022.04 - 2022.09
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
Medical Technologist, Microbiology
University Hospital Maracaibo
Maracaibo, Venezuela
2018.02 - 2019.12
- Followed strict quality control procedures to deliver accurate test results.
- Determined acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
- Selected and prepared specimens and media for cell cultures.
- Harvested cell cultures based on knowledge of cell cycle differences and culture conditions.
Medical Technologist
Coromoto Hospital
Maracaibo, Venezuela
2017.07 - 2018.01
- Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using variety of techniques, instrumentation and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines.
- Communicated with physicians to discuss lab test findings, procedures and other relevant information.
- Used microscopes and cell counters to perform assigned tasks.
- Conducted and evaluated quality control measurements to maintain equipment performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Zulia University
Venezuela12.2019
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Analytical Thinking
- Specimen Collection
- Verbal and Written Communication
- HIPAA Compliance
- Problem Resolution
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
- Phlebotomy Technician (PT)
Timeline
Medical Technologist, Generalist
HCA Aventura Hospital
2023.09 - Current
Medical Assistant
Miami Beach Community Health Center
2022.09 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
Vidamax Medical Center
2022.04 - 2022.09
Medical Technologist, Microbiology
University Hospital Maracaibo
2018.02 - 2019.12
Medical Technologist
Coromoto Hospital
2017.07 - 2018.01
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Zulia University