Sabrina Ali
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician well-versed in performing clinical diagnostic laboratory testing. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Histology Intern
Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Received, accessioned and prepared incoming specimens for processing.
- Transcribed notes during the grossing process.
- Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns with routine Hematoxylin and Eosin stains.
- Completed Special Stains such a Ziehl-Neelsen, Period Acid - Schiff's Stain, Grocott Methenamine Silver Stain, Giemsa Stain and Masson's Trichrome Stain.
- Troubleshot inconsistencies and identified errors to trace root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Prepared solutions, stains and reagents in accordance with standards.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Sorted specimens according to priority and difficulty of procedures and recorded all processes in pathology log.
- Operated the Leica ASP300 tissue processor for fixation, dehydration and paraffin wax infiltration of histological specimens.
- Archived specimens from completed tests, histologic slides and blocks.
- Operated microtomes to section body tissues for microscopic examination.
- Embedded tissue specimens into paraffin wax blocks or infiltrated tissue specimens with wax.
- Used glass slides to mount tissues for tests.
Microbiology Intern
Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Urinalysis involving the following parameters: color and appearance, pH, specific gravity, protein, glucose, blood, ketones, urobilinogens.
- Centrifuged and separated urine specimens for microscopic examination.
- Identified the following urinary sediment: white blood cells, red blood cells, squamous epithelial cells, renal tubular epithelial cells, granular, cellular and waxy casts, amorphous, calcium oxalate, uric acid crystals and mucosal threads.
- Inoculated routine media for identification of urinary tract pathogens.
- Prepared direct and concentrated smears of stool specimens for examination.
- Properly inoculated routine media for specimens such as; blood, sputum, wound, genital, cerebrospinal fluid, throat, eye discharge and ear.
- Differentiated between Gram positive and Gram negative cocci and bacilli as well as various arrangements of bacterial cells.
- Differentiated growth between pathogens and normal flora.
- Described distinguishable characteristics of commonly isolated groups of bacteria.
- Distinguished between non-lactose and lactose fermenters on Mac Conkey agar plates.
- Recognized and differentiated the different types of hemolysis on blood agar plates.
- Identified the clinical importance of species from a combination of colonial morphology.
- Quantified bacteria on agar plates.
- Set up and read germ tube preparation.
- Set up and read Gram stains.
- Proficient on the screening on blood samples using the BACTEC.
- Set up susceptibility test by disc diffusion.
Hematology Intern
Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Performed over 200 Complete Blood Count tests using the Mindray BC 6800.
- Performed coagulation testing for D Dimer, Partial Prothrombin Time and Activated Partial Prothrombin Time using the ACL Analyzer.
- Performed manual Sickle Cell and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate testing.
- Performed blood smears for analysis and quality control.
- Followed discard protocol in the disposal of patient specimens for completed tests.
- Replenished reagents for analyzers and updated stock listing.
- Updated result logs and dispatched patient results.
Blood Banking Intern
Arima General Hospital
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Verified, interpreted and consulted on specimen quality and test results.
- Performed testing on blood typing, cross matching and antibody identification of specimen.
- Separated blood components from blood donors to make blood products such as red blood cells, platelets and plasma.
- Collected blood samples and verify patient identification in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Followed proper labeling and storage protocol for donor units.
Immunology Intern
Eric Williams Medical Science Complex
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment such as Vitros 3600 and SNIBE to produce accurate results.
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
- Conducted multiple HIV test and recorded results in adherence with quality control protocol implemented by Trinidad Public Health Laboratory.
- Followed international laboratory practices as specified by ISO 15189 consistently across daily activities and special products.
Biochemistry Intern
Eric Williams Medical Science Complex
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Recorded final disposition into sample inventory system and storage program.
- Used hospital and lab information systems to label and track specimens and supplies.
- Processed and prepared samples for testing.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct biochemical tests and analyses.
- Performed manual test kits for THC/Cocaine Urine and OGTT.
- Implementation of West Guard Rules to calibration of Vitros 4600 Analyzer
Clerk II
The Ministry of Education
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Management of accounts and funding for Special Need Schools.
- Processing of travelling allowances for Guidance Officers.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Coordinated with internal auditors to resolve discrepancies.
- Served as liaison between parents and students.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
Clerk I
The Ministry of Education
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Generated targeted correspondence to accompany transmission of outgoing document packages.
- Adhered to established procedures for handling sensitive and classified documents to retain chain of custody integrity.
- Managed file archival and information retrievals.
- Streamlined usage by creating organizational systems for newly digitized records and documents.
Office Manager
The Face and Body Clinic Ltd
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
- Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Updated account information to maintain customer records.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
COSTAATT
Chaguanas09.2023
CAPE -
ASJA GIRLS' COLLEGE SAN FERNANDO
San Fernando Trinidad08.2014
CXC -
San Fernando Central Secondary School
08.2012
Skills
- Histological Testing
- Specimen Handling
- Diagnostic Evaluation
- Administrative Support
- Microscope Examinations
- Bacteriological Testing
Timeline
Histology Intern
Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex
08.2023 - 09.2023
Microbiology Intern
Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex
06.2023 - 08.2023
Hematology Intern
Eric Williams Medical Sciences Complex
04.2023 - 05.2023
Blood Banking Intern
Arima General Hospital
03.2023 - 04.2023
Immunology Intern
Eric Williams Medical Science Complex
02.2023 - 03.2023
Biochemistry Intern
Eric Williams Medical Science Complex
01.2023 - 02.2023
Clerk II
The Ministry of Education
07.2021 - 12.2022
Clerk I
The Ministry of Education
03.2017 - 06.2021
Office Manager
The Face and Body Clinic Ltd
03.2015 - 03.2017
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
COSTAATT
CAPE -
ASJA GIRLS' COLLEGE SAN FERNANDO
CXC -
San Fernando Central Secondary School
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