medical lab assistant/technician

RAJAN PATEL 215 South Main Street Mauldin-SC-29662 USA Phone-864-320-5786/E-mail: rajanpatel_1999@yahoo.com SUMMARY A highly motivated, resourceful and dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician / Assistant with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Medical Laboratory Diploma. Hands-on skills and sound knowledge of the interpretation of scientific/medical terminologies and the operation of laboratory equipment/apparatus. Areas of experience encompass Venipuncture, ECG, Holter Monitoring, Specimen Handling, Chemical/Urine Analysis, Microbiology, Immunology, Cytology, Histology, Mycology and Billing Procedures combined with hands-on skills in preparing patients for various procedures, perform venipuncture, collect and process blood and other medical specimens. Possess effective communication, problem solving, analytical, interpersonal, and time management skills combined with the ability to work independently with great accuracy and attention to detail; grasp and apply new procedures/techniques quickly; and adapt readily to new environments. CLINICAL/LABORATORY SKILLS • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and apparatus and prepare solutions and reagents • Hands-on skills in Electrocardiogram, Holter-Monitor, Pulmonary Function, Immunology Preparation, Cytology Preparation and Histology Preparation • Perform Venipuncture (processing/testing/analysis), Urianalysis, Hematocrit, vitals, and various other medical tests, utilizing current laboratory techniques • Lab work involved: Microbiology Set-up, Spectrophotometry, Electrophoresis, Gas Chromatog¬raphy, Gel Chromatography, Purifications, Cell Staining, Bacterial Growth and Analysis, Electron Microscopy, HPLC, UV, IR, Mass Spectroscopy, and Gram Testing • Typing, booking of appointments, processing/billing EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE CML HEALTHCARE MEDICAL LABORATORIES, Toronto, Ontario. Canada Jan 2002 – April 2009 Medical Laboratory Assistant • Responsible for the collection and handling of specimens such as urines, stools and wounds for microbiological testing, as well as gram stains and wet preps • Performed a wide spectrum of laboratory functions including venipuncture and electrocardiograms as well as the collection of specimens for immunology, cytology, histology, mycology, haematology, microbiology, chemical/urinalysis, and separation • Communicated with clients, providing information regarding test results and other inquiries • Accountable for performing data entry of patients’ requisitions, filing and retrieving data from the computer as well as for billing, and handling general reception duties • Monitor clients’ and documented their reactions, interaction, and side-effects of the medications • Responsible for ensuring proper functionality of cardiology and laboratory equipment • Ensure a high standard of lab safety, organization and cleanliness; recorded results accurately Continues… Page 2 of 2, Tel: (864) 320-5786 Rajan Patel NAVJIVAN PATHOLOGY LABORATORY (India) Nov 1993 – Jul 2000 Medical Laboratory Technician • Accountable for performing various medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases • Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine and cerebrospinal and other bodily fluids • Performed pregnancy tests, semen tests, Australian Antigen for Hepatitis B, VDRL test for syphilis, culture and sensitivity tests • Prepared blood tests using semi-auto analyzer and blood cell counter • Worked collaboratively with Physicians, preparing reports for diagnosis as well as provided assistance to the Pathologist as required EDUCATION 2001 C/J HEALTH CARE SUPPORT COLLEGE, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Medical Laboratory Assistant Diploma 2000 APTECH COMPUTER EDUCATION (India) Desktop Management Skill Certificate 1993 J & J COLLEGE OF SCIENCE (India) Medical Laboratory Technician Certificate 1992 GUJARAT UNIVERSITY (India) Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology REFERENCES • Available upon request

Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Mauldin, SC