Immanuel Ortiz

Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP) with diverse generalist experience in chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, blood bank, and molecular testing. Skilled in operating and maintaining advanced analyzers across multiple platforms, performing QC/calibration, and documenting per CAP/CLIA standards. Known for accurate, high-quality work under pressure, effective troubleshooting, and reliable turnaround in fast-paced clinical environments.

Medical Laboratory Technician, Generalist at Margaret Cochran Corbin VA Campus (2023-12 – 2026-05)

• Performed high-complexity testing as a generalist across Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, and Molecular diagnostics.
• Operated and maintained analyzers including: Sysmex XN-3100, ACL TOP 550 CTS, Beckman Coulter DXI 600, DXC 700 AU, Architect i1000SR, Cepheid GeneXpert IV, Iris DXU 840, Auction Max AX-4030, and ESR Auto Plus.
• Conducted blood bank testing using gel methods: ABO/Rh typing, antibody screen/ID, crossmatch, DAT/IAT, phenotyping; prepared and tracked RBCs, FFP, and cryoprecipitate for transfusion.
• Ran manual differentials, crystal ID, and CSF testing (glucose, protein). Performed whole blood HbA1c, therapeutic drug monitoring, CRP, ammonia, lactic acid, iron studies, electrolytes, and panels.
• Executed routine QC, calibrations, reagent validations, and documented results per CAP/CLIA standards.
• Troubleshooting instrument flags, reagent errors, and system downtime; escalated issues to maintain workflow.
• Collaborated with nursing, providers, and technologists to meet STAT and routine turnaround times.

Clinical Internship - Medical Laboratory Science (Student Technologist) at NYU Langone Health - Tisch Campus (2025-08 – 2025-10)

• Performed transfusion service testing including: ABO/Rh typing (forward/reverse, weak D confirmation).
• Antibody screen and identification by gel, and tube methodology.
• Ruled out antibodies using untreated and treated cell panels.
• DAT and IAT for antibody detection and investigation.
• Performed Fetal cell screen testing.
• Performed daily operations and maintenance on the Quidel-Ortho Vision Analyzer.
• Crossmatching (IS, electronic, full antiglobulin)
• Antigen typing and phenotyping for clinically significant antigens.
• Elution procedures on DAT-positive samples.
• Cord blood, prenatal antibody testing, and neonatal transfusion testing.
• Discussed Transfusion reaction workup and serologic follow-up. Prepared, verified, and tracked blood components (RBCs, FFP, platelets, cryo) in compliance with CAP/CLIA and AABB standards.
• Performed and documented QC, reagent verification, and maintenance logs.
• Performed investigation on ABO discrepancy samples. Performed antigen phenotyping on patient samples.

Hematology Lab Technician at NYC Health and Hospitals - Jacobi Medical Center (2020-12 – 2023-06)

• Operated Sysmex XN-3000, SP-10, DI-60, Clinitek Novus/Advantus, UF1000/5000, ACL TOP 500 CTS, ESR STAT 6.
• Performed manual diffs, morphology review, platelet counts, ESR, and confirmatory urinalysis.
• Conducted special tests: eosinophil UA, fecal leukocytes/fat, sickle cell screening, malarial parasite ID, Ictotest, reducing substances. Ensured accurate results via QC, calibration, and troubleshooting. Maintained CLIA/CAP-compliant documentation for patient results, QC, and maintenance.
• Worked collaboratively with physicians, pathologists, and nurses to support diagnostic care.
• Practiced biosafety and safe specimen handling in a high-volume acute care setting.

Clinical Internship - Medical Laboratory Science (Student Technician) at St. Barnabas hospital (2020-01 – 2020-08)

• Completed full clinical rotations in Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology/Serology, Blood Bank, and Urinalysis.
• Performed manual and automated STAT/routine testing under supervision. Conducted chemistry assays: fetal fibronectin, occult blood, HCG, Acetest, syphilis and hepatitis/STD panels.
• Operated analyzers: ABL800 FLEX, Unicel DXI 800i, Osmometer 3320, Architect, Vitek 2, BD Bactec FX, Alere i, Echo Galileo.
• Observed Micro/Serology procedures: Legionella, RSV, C. difficile, ASO, ANA, RF, CRP, RPR, gram stains, and E-tests.
• Assisted in blood bank: ABO/Rh, antibody screens, crossmatches, Weak D, cold antibodies.
• Worked with urinalysis/hematology instrumentation: Sysmex CS-2500, XN-1000, SP-1000i, Sedimat II, Alcor ISED, Clinitek Status+, iChem Velocity.
• Learned lab safety, regulatory practices, and specimen handling protocols.

Bachelor of Allied Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science – University of Cincinnati (2022-01 – 2025-05)

Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Science – Bronx Community College (2020-09)