Velda Oyortey
Marietta, GA,GA
Summary
As an ASCP-certified Medical Technologist and NHA Phlebotomist with a public health-focused master’s degree. I bring substantial bench experience in hematology, chemistry, and blood bank, supported by formal clinical training in microbiology and histology techniques. This background equips me with a unique, end-to-end understanding of laboratory workflows, from specimen handling to final analysis. Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining precision, quality, and compliance in high-throughput environments. I am poised to leverage my combined practical expertise and systemic perspective to enhance diagnostic integrity, patient safety, and team efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Volunteer Engagement
ADRA (Adventist Development and Relief Agency)
01.2017 - 02.2021
- Attended NGO-led workshops, community meetings, and site visits to disaster-affected areas, including the Katish Mudslide response and drought relief sites.
- Observed public health mobilization, needs assessment, and logistical coordination in emergency and community health contexts.
- Gained firsthand perspective on the intersection of community engagement, health education, and humanitarian response.
Medical Technologist
Georgetown Public Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Chemistry & Urinalysis: Operated automated analyzers to process chemistry panels, electrolyte profiles, and urinalysis; evaluated results for clinical correlations and performed manual microscopic analysis when indicated.
- Hematology: Analyzed complete blood counts (CBCs), performed manual differentials and slide reviews to identify abnormal cell morphology.
- Blood Bank: Executed blood typing, and crossmatching procedures; proficiently managed inventory and issued blood products for transfusion, adhering to strict life-saving protocols.
- Histology: Gained hands-on experience in core histology techniques including tissue processing, microtomy, H&E staining, and slide management to support pathological diagnosis.
- Microbiology: Performed core diagnostic microbiology procedures including Gram stain interpretation, stool culture for enteric pathogens, Ova and parasite examination, and culture media preparation, adhering strictly to BSL-2 safety protocols.
- Quality Control & Compliance: Maintained unwavering quality assurance by performing daily calibration, running multi-level controls, and meticulously documenting all QC metrics for regulatory compliance.
- Critical Result Reporting: Monitored and escalated life-critical values (e.g., critical high/low glucose, potassium) to physicians and nurses, facilitating immediate clinical intervention.
- Problem Resolution: Investigated and resolved pre-analytical and analytical issues, including specimen integrity problems, instrument flags, and discrepant results to ensure diagnostic accuracy.
- Safety & Procedure: Adhered rigorously to biosafety level 2 protocols and SOPs for handling biohazardous materials, ensuring a safe environment for both staff and patients.
Education
Master of Science in Health Sciences - Emphasis in Public Health
Touro University Worldwide
Los Alamitos, CA01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University of Guyana
Georgetown, Guyana01.2009
Associate in Science - Office Technology
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI01.2003
Skills
- Specimen Handling
- Quality Control
- Instrument Operation
- Result Interpretation
- Problem Solving
- Data Analysis
- Technical Proficiency
- Attention Detail
- Analytical Testing
- Workflow Management
- Safety Compliance
- Team Collaboration
- Continuous Learning
- Accurate Testing
- Efficient Processing
- Critical Thinking
- Volunteer coordination experience
- Motivation and engagement
- Volunteer work
Timeline
Volunteer Engagement
ADRA (Adventist Development and Relief Agency)
01.2017 - 02.2021
Medical Technologist
Georgetown Public Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University of Guyana
Associate in Science - Office Technology
Andrews University
Master of Science in Health Sciences - Emphasis in Public Health
Touro University Worldwide
Certification
- Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), 2025
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician - National Healthcareer Association (NHA), 2025
Language
English (Native)