Zyra Ong

Dedicated, analytical-minded professional with 20 years of experience performing laboratory services with precision and accuracy. With excellent clinical laboratory skills and commended performance in conducting and analyzing laboratory assays and resolving complex clinical and instrument problems. Reliable, diligent, and focused on the timely, quality completion of all lab procedures. Work well under pressure and time constraints within high-volume environments.

Medical Laboratory Scientist II, part-time - Mercy Hospital - St. Louis, MO

(2024-11)

• Performs specimen processing and routine / complex testing on blood and other specimens which requires a knowledge and understanding of quality control, basic instrument maintenance, and procedure methodologies and reference ranges.
• Operates all instrumentation in assigned areas to deliver precise, timely, and accurate laboratory results.
• Performs all testing and operation of equipment as necessary to deliver quality results.
• Assesses technical and or instrument problems, including quality control and abnormal findings, evaluate possible solutions and chooses an appropriate course of action to solve the problem.
• Reports and maintains record of patient test results through the laboratory computer system accurately, meeting published turnaround times for routine testing and stats.

Medical Laboratory Scientist II, full time - Barnes-Jewish Hospital - St. Louis, MO

(2023-02)

Employer: Management Health Systems, LLC dba MedPro International. Cell therapy department.

• Performs therapeutic cell processing procedures consistently according to standard operating procedures including infusion of freshly collected stem cell products, cryopreservation, thawing/washing, and complex procedures.
• Operates standard lab equipment required for the processing and characterization of HCT/ P (Human Cellular and Tissue based products.)
• Performs cell product labeling and processing including maintaining chain of custody and chain of identity, collaboration with the clinical team and product transport.
• Performs interpretation of test results including automated and manual cell counts, viability, flow cytometry, infectious disease maker panels and sterility testing.
• Responsible for reproducibility and accuracy of data and analyses. Assists in the collation of data and report preparation.

Medical technologist, full time - Dr. Erfan and Bagedo General Hospital - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

(2015-08 - 2022-12)

• Performs various automated and manual clinical laboratory testing in Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Microscopy, Serology/Immunology, Blood Bank and Microbiology.
• Performs phlebotomy on both adult and pediatric patients.
• Performs a variety of laboratory examinations and tests including specialized or experimental procedures assuring rapid and accurate results.
• Reporting and maintaining records of patient test results in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Troubleshoots basic instrument problems.
• Ensures operation of analyzers and other laboratory equipment by calibrating, completing preventive maintenance requirements, calling for repairs, evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing, and expediting orders for supplies.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and participating in professional societies.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Medical technologist, full time - Al Ryan International Polyclinic - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

(2011-12 - 2015-04)

• Collecting blood samples and performs testing procedures.
• Executes quality control testing, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Evaluate test results, develop, and modify procedures, establish and monitor programs to ensure the accuracy of tests.
• Perform all tests in Clinical Chemistry, Microscopy and Hematology.
• Enter data from analysis of medical tests and clinical results into computer for storage.

Medical technologist, part-time - St. Agnes Hospital - Quezon City, Philippines

(2010 - 2011)

Medical technologist, part-time - Sioson Hospital - Quezon City, Philippines

(2009 - 2010)

Chief Medical technologist, full time - Casaul General Hospital - Quezon City, Philippines

(2006-11 - 2011-11)

• Examining and analyzing blood, body fluids, tissues, and cells
• Relaying test results to physicians
• Utilizing microscopes, cell counters, and other high-precision lab equipment
• Cross-matching blood for transfusion
• Monitoring patient outcomes
• Performing differential cell counts looking for abnormal cells to aid in the diagnosis of anemia and leukemia.
• Establishing quality assurance programs to monitor and ensure the accuracy of test results.
• Overseeing the work of medical laboratory technician.

Chemistry laboratory staff - Dr. Carlos Lanting College - Quezon City, Philippines

(2005-12 - 2006-11)

• Perform all tests in Clinical Chemistry, Microscopy, and Hematology.
• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing, and expediting orders for supplies.

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology - Dr. Carlos Lanting College (2003 - 2004)

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology - Far Eastern University-NRMF (1999 - 2003)

Secondary Education - Arellano High School (1996 - 1999)