Phlebotomist / Health Care Assistant
King Square Medical Centre - Markham, ON Aug 2023-July 2024
- Verified patient identification prior to specimen collection, accurately labeled correct identification on requisition and specimens
- Performed venipuncture, ECG, Holter Monitors, Vaccination, Vital signs, Visual acuity test, Throat swap, Chaperone for female patients, Chinese translation, Autoclave sterilization, Vaccine management and other related tasks in accordance with GCP, SOPs on patients of all ages
- Prepared samples in shipping containers at suitable conditions to maintain specimen integrity
- Performed temperature monitoring of refrigerators
- Performed routine equipment maintenance
- Maintained work environment by following department procedures
- Maintained inventory of lab supplies and placed orders as required
Medical Laboratory Assistant/Multi-Department Dec 2014–Nov 2022
Alpha Laboratories Inc. - Toronto, ON
- Served in the specimen collection & processing centre, and customer service department, providing prompt service delivery to patients, handling specimens, and confirming relevant patient information upon arrival
- Assessed, sorted, and processed a high volume of specimens, ensuring that specimens were transported to the appropriate work stations, complying with STAT/urgent specimen handling protocols
- Ensured the integrity of all specimens and the privacy of patient information before sending specimens to PHL and other external laboratories
- Mentored and trained newly hired professionals, providing individuals with relevant information concerning institutional policies and professional requirements
- Provided phlebotomy and ECG for patients of various ages in addition to utilizing aseptic techniques when working with patients’ specimens
Medical Laboratory Technician, On Call
Early Phase, INC Research, Toronto, ON Sep 2014-Dec 2014
- Assisted with the conduct of clinical trials through the collection of biological samples, performing venipuncture, electrocardiograms, vital signs, tube labeling, sample processing, and other related tasks in accordance with Protocol, Good Clinical Practice, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and relevant regulatory guidelines
- Assisted in the clinic set up and supply inventory ensuring the clinic is ready for all study related activities. Prepares labels, labels tubes/containers, and sets up for study conduct
- Assisted with study activities to ensure subject compliance such as compliance questioning, drug screen testing, alcohol testing, urine pregnancy testing, dosing witness, washroom monitoring, meal and/or fluid reception and distribution monitoring, and posture and physical activity restrictions monitoring
- Maintained equipment, ensuring calibration and maintenance are completed within appropriate time frames
- Maintained a safe work environment by following all SOPs, company policies, and relevant practices
Mobile Laboratory Technician / Assistant
Gamma Dynacare Laboratories, Toronto, ON Nov 2013–Sep 2015
- Verified patients and test requisitions by comparing information with nursing station log
- Performed phlebotomy and 12 lead ECG tracings at designated Nursing Home
- Labeled specimens and assisted in preparing accompanying records
- Prepared and delivery specimens to designated labs for testing
- Maintained specimens integrity by using aseptic technique and following SOPs
- Maintained safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following department procedures
- Provided support in lab inventory and ordering of supplies
Medical Laboratory Technician / Receptionist
Comprehensive Healthcare Net., Toronto, ON Apr 2013–Nov 2013
- Greeted patients upon arrival, registered and confirmed all relevant details and prepared the chart for consultation
- Collected blood and urine samples, performed ECG and prepared the specimens for shipping
- Provided general clinical administration supports
- Helped the front desk to answer the phone calls, book appointment
- Maintained a clean and safe work area according to established policies and procedures
- Provided support in lab inventory and ordering of supplies
Mobile Laboratory Technician
Hooper-Holmes Canada Ltd, Toronto, ON Nov 2012–Apr 2013
- Contacted the applicants to make appointments at their convenience
- Completed the services on a mobile basis, such as document of medical history, collected blood and/or urine specimens, urine analysis (Dipstick), performed 12 lead ECG and obtained vitals, including blood pressure, pulse, height and weight
- Performed pre-analytical procedures (centrifugations and aliquot etc.)
- Prepared the specimen kits for shipping to designated Laboratory
- Provided daily updates to the office by phone or proprietary software
- Maintained the integrity of the equipment's and ordering of supplies
Medical Laboratory Technician, Internship
Baycrest Hospital, Toronto, ON Oct 2011–Dec 2011
- Greeted patients upon arrival, registered and confirmed all relevant details
- Answered phone calls, booked appointment and input client information into LIS software
- Collected blood samples, performed 12 lead ECG and Holter Monitors
- Processed lab specimens, including data entry and troubleshooting of lab specimens
- Verified patients’ specimens and requisitions, packing and documenting for transportation utilizing Meditech-LIS software
- Assisted the Lab Technologist in performing blood smears, setting up occult blood samples, preparing aliquots, ESRs, incubating and inoculating plates for C&S
- Loaded lab specimens into centrifuges and lab analyzers
- Provided support in lab inventory and ordering of supplies
