Dynamic Medical Laboratory Technologist with extensive experience at VAMC, excelling in clinical and research testing. Proven expertise in HPLC and CAP accreditation, coupled with strong training abilities. Adept at troubleshooting complex lab instruments while maintaining compliance with regulations. Committed to enhancing laboratory efficiency and accuracy through innovative problem-solving.
Screen patients for different research studies, helping study coordinators find eligible candidates.
Performed all in house laboratory tests and responsible for running laboratory instruments in testing of specimens.
Performed all in house laboratory tests, ran laboratory testing instruments, responsible for maintenance on equipment and responsible for Clia regulations and inspections.
Performed in house lab blood and urine tests and assisted research coordinators with preparation and shipment of research specimens.
Performed many different clinical and research laboratory tests.
Lead tech, responsible for CAP accreditation, including surveys and inspections.
Maintained inventory and ordering of supplies.
Performed bone density scans.
Performed HPLC on research specimens.
Troubleshoot problems with lab instruments or lab tests.
Performed in-vivo tests for Blood Volume studies and Schilling Tests with use of radioactive isotopes.
Trained new employees and assisted the Chief of Endocrine Laboratory.
Performed many in house laboratory blood and urine tests.
Selected to attend out of state training classes on many new instruments and responsible to train co-workers.
Performed drug testing assays.
Performed RIA assays, using radioactive isotopes.
Assisted Laboratory Director by working occasional different shifts for lab coverage.
Coulter Electronics for Coulter Counter Model S, Hialeah, Florida, March 1974
Technicon Institute for SMA 11 Chemistry Analyzer, Tarrytown, NY Dec 1979
Technicon Institute for RA-1000 Chemistry Analyzer, Tarrytown, NY April 1983
ESA for automated Catecholamine System Training, Bedford, Ma, Feb 1991
Hologic QDR X-ray Bone Densitometer, Delphi C/W Onsite Training, April 2001
ASCP Medical Laboratory Technicians
ASCP Certified Clinical Laboratory Assistant
I was nominated by my supervisor, Ali Iranmanesh, MD for this special award. It was a yearly award for a clinical employee who goes over and beyond in my position as a Endocrine Laboratory Technologist. I was selected over all other candidates and received this award in 2002. It was presented to me at a special gathering by the Director of hospital, Chief of Medical Service, and Chief of Endocrinology. I received a plaque with my name and year engraved, plus a monetary gift.