accomplished laboratory technician with more than 5 years experience conducting diagnostic tests, creating sample specimens, and leading team members during test procedures. highly motivated and committed to delivering top quality testing and analysis. possess excellent report generation capabilities to communicate any procedural discrepancies to management. perform well under pressure and works well in a diverse team environment. technically proficient in ms word, excel, powerpoint, and access.

professional experience

idexx reference laboratories, irvine , ca                                        10/2007-present

senior laboratory technician

     ensure quality assurance by analyzing and reporting diagnostic samples for clinical assessment from a variety of animal species including canines, felines, pigs, rabbits, and horses.

     assess and calibrate lab instruments to verify proper functionality.

     serve as team lead by overseeing and verifying test procedures are performed in compliance with standard operating procedures.

 

american red cross, cross pomono, ca                                               11/2005-10/2007

laboratory technician

     processed lab specimens such as blood components and properly labeled and released them for transfusion and manufacture.

     performed irradiation of blood products.

 

antech diagnostics, irvine, ca                                                                01/2005-11/2005

laboratory assistant

     evaluated and reported diagnostic samples for clinical assessment to uphold quality assurance measures for a variety of animal specimens including canines, felines, pigs, rabbits, and horses.

     verified instrument functionality by checking and calibrating lab instruments.

     conducted lab and test procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures.

 

quest diagnostics, san juan capistrano, ca                                        07/2004-01/2005

specimen processor

     prepared lab specimens for various departments.

     resolved and documented issues with specimen samples and prepared excess samples for storage purposes.

education

 

santa monica college, santa monica, ca                                

associate s degree in science, 2004