Fitness
Zachary Som
Clinical Lab Technologist
Rochester,MN
Summary
Expert Clinical Lab Technologist with three years of experience in preparation for and execution of medical laboratory tests. Manages supply inventory and operated machinery and medical equipment to administer and analyze diagnostic tests and treatments. Caring for patients with precision.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clincial Lab Technologist
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
02.2018 - Current
- Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or inadequate care plans.
- Prepared and validated buffers and in-house reagents, calibrators and controls in advance of laboratory testing and analysis orders.
- Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Recorded, reported and posted test results using SCC Soft Computer.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Conducted beta nephelometry, immunofixation and various electrophoresis tests regularly.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
Parts Delivery Driver
Rochester Motor Cars
Rochester, MN
05.2014 - 02.2018
- Worked with clients to develop safety practices for both parts delivery drivers and client receivers.
- Safely and punctually delivered auto parts to local automobile stores from large distributor.
- Planned delivery routes and most efficient methods of distribution.
- Mapped out destinations ahead of time to ascertain quickest and safest routes for delivery.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Refilled truck after completing deliveries to return in ready-to-use condition.
- Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order, including fueling and recharging batteries.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Complied with all truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Fostered positive working relationships with customers by responding to questions and concerns.
- Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
Professional Mover
The Power Movers Of Minnesota
Rochester, MN
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across various miles of transports.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing upwards of 500 lbs.
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Arranged items at destination according to customer requests and instructions.
- Packed boxes by filling voids and arranging items to fit appropriately based on size, dimensions and weight.
School Custodian
University Of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Collected, sorted and transported recyclable materials.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up any trash.
- Completed routine floor maintenance, including stripping, sealing and finishing.
- Operated compactors and balers to discard cardboard boxes and trash.
- Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Kept janitorial closets clean and organized.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
Grocery Team Member
Cub Foods
Rochester, MN
09.2011 - 08.2013
- Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments and bagging purchases.
- Maintained safe, clean and well-organized working and shopping environment by sweeping and mopping floors and complying with health and sanitation procedures adhering to safe work practices.
- Assisted customers with purchases by providing knowledgeable recommendations and suggestions, educating customers on standard preparation and food pairing.
- Kept cases and shelves clean and well-stocked by front-facing, checking codes, rotating and removing out-of-date products to achieve fresh and appealing display.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Monitored customers demonstrating suspicious actions to support inventory loss prevention objectives.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service at all times.
- Removed trash, swept and mopped floors for professional appearance.
Accounting Intern
Seneca Foods
Rochester, MN
05.2011 - 09.2011
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Completed balance sheet reconciliations and profit and loss statements with high accuracy.
- Compiled monthly journal entries into general ledger system.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Physiology
University Of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN 09.2013 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Century High School
Rochester, MN 09.2009 - 06.2013
Skills
Laboratory procedures
Interests
Fishing
Sports
Fitness
I have participated in sports for a large majority of my life and the impact that it left has stayed with me throughout my adulthood. Teamwork is an essential skill that I have acquired from it. I also enjoy doing online personal training in helping others grow and would like to think it is making a positive impact in the community around me.
Timeline
Clincial Lab Technologist
Mayo Clinic
02.2018 - Current
Professional Mover
The Power Movers Of Minnesota
05.2017 - 09.2017
School Custodian
University Of Minnesota
09.2016 - 05.2017
Parts Delivery Driver
Rochester Motor Cars
05.2014 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Physiology
University Of Minnesota - Twin Cities
09.2013 - 08.2017
Grocery Team Member
Cub Foods
09.2011 - 08.2013
Accounting Intern
Seneca Foods
05.2011 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Century High School
09.2009 - 06.2013
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