Angela Osmanzai -Maqsood

Medical Laboratory Scientist with extensive hands-on experience in high-complexity clinical testing across Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Coagulation, and Blood Bank. Strong background in molecular biology, GLP environments, method development, quality control, and instrumentation maintenance. Proven track record training staff, ensuring regulatory compliance (CAP/CLIA), and delivering accurate results in fast-paced hospital and research settings.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - St. Luke's University Health Network - Stroudsburg, PA

(2024-06)

Perform waived, moderate, and high-complexity laboratory testing across Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, and Blood Bank in a high-volume hospital environment.

• Execute patient testing, quality control, result verification, and critical value reporting in compliance with institutional and CAP/CLIA regulatory standards.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot complex instrumentation; collaborate with technical service representatives for timely resolution.
• Accurately document laboratory results, QC data, and corrective actions in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Train, orient, and assess competency of new employees, externs, and clinical students.
• Manage reagent inventory, supply ordering, and stock rotation to prevent waste and ensure continuity of testing.

Associate Scientist - Spray-Tek - Allentown, PA

(2020-01 - 2024-06)

Designed and conducted bench-scale experiments on emulsion formulation following established protocols in a GLP environment.

• Developed, validated, and optimized analytical methods for real-world application testing; authored and revised SOPs.
• Performed biodegradation testing, quality control assessments, and routine instrument maintenance.
• Compiled QA/QC data and submitted laboratory reports directly to the Chief Technology Officer.
• Trained new employees and interns; supported technical onboarding and skill development.
• Maintained detailed laboratory notebooks; communicated findings through written and oral presentations.

Medical Assistant / Assistant Manager - Nassim Medical P.C. - Great Neck & Flushing, NY

(2017-04 - 2018-09)

Assisted ~30 patients daily with intake, vital signs, medical history documentation, and triage using EMR systems.

• Performed diagnostic testing including EKGs, pulmonary function tests, SudoScan, and phlebotomy; collected and prepared laboratory specimens.
• Administered medications and injections per physician orders; managed prescription refills, insurance verification, and prior authorizations.

Medical Technician / Assistant Manager - NYMDI (New York Medical Diagnostic Imaging), P.C. - Great Neck, NY

(2016-01 - 2017-04)

Operated Transcranial Doppler, ABI, post-exercise testing, Digital Pulse Analysis, and Sudomotor vascular diagnostic equipment.

• Recorded patient data, prepared diagnostic reports, and educated patients on procedures and care recommendations.

Medical Laboratory Scientist Apprenticeship - Medical Laboratory Science - St. Luke's University Health Network (2024 - 2025)

B.S.

• Biotechnology - East Stroudsburg University (2020 - 2021)

A.S.

• Biotechnology - Northampton Community College (2019 - 2020)

Coursework Toward B.S.

• Biology - York College (CUNY) (2015 - 2018)

A.S.

• Health Science - Queensborough Community College CUNY (2011 - 2014)