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Manassas, VA Street Address PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLE EMAIL AVAILABLEProfessional SummaryScientific Medical Technologist with 22 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.SkillsLaboratory Equipment MaintenanceKnowledgeable in Windows Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookPerforms High Quality Lab WorkPrecise and Accurate with AssaysSterilization techniquesLab test analysisActive ListeningProblem-SolvingAnalytical and Critical ThinkingData EntryPPE ComplianceLaboratory proceduresGood Written and Oral CommunicationWork HistoryMedical Technologist, Molecular Biology, 08/2001 - 04/2023Quest Diagnostics Chantilly, VAAnalyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.Performed assays on serum, plasma and whole blood for the presence and viral load of Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, and HIV using both manual and automative testing, through DNA/RNA extraction and purification, followed by RT-PCR and Realtime PCR.Performed Hepatitis C Genotyping using Line Probe Assay.Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.Maintained required laboratory supplies, inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.Identified over 100 patients per day and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patients from adverse errors.Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using Windows Microsoft for storage and retrieval.Microbiology Laboratory Technician, 01/1996 - 08/1997Banner Pharmacaps Elizabeth, NJPrepared over 50 samples per day for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.Performed Microbial Limits Testing on both the raw materials and finished products manufactured by the company.Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.Prepared media (agar and broth) following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.EducationJuniata College- Huntingdon, PABachelor of Science: BiologyDuquesne University- Pittsburgh, PAGraduate School of Molecular Biology coursework (no degree) |