ELLI ROSE TUBEDAN RIVERA
Medical Laboratory Scientist
SAN FERNANDO CITY,LA UNION
Summary
Medical Laboratory Scientist with almost 10 years of work experience in a tertiary laboratory of a government hospital with an 800-bed capacity. With proven ability to lead and manage laboratory operations. Expertise in clinical testing, quality control, and regulatory compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring optimal performance and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in problem-solving, data analysis, and fostering results-driven environment. Reliable and prepared to make impact.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
BAGONG URGENT CARE AND AMBULATORY SERVICES (ITRMC)
05.2024 - Current
- Implemented safety protocols in the lab, resulting in a significant reduction of accidents and incidents.
- Reviewed test volumes with laboratory leadership to maintain established turn-around-times.
- Maintained a high standard of quality control by implementing strict adherence to regulatory guidelines.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary meetings as a representative of the clinical laboratory department.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations, maintaining accreditation status for the laboratory facility.
- Identified and understood regulatory requirements to comply with laws and regulations.
- Recruited hired, and trained new employees, ensuring a skilled workforce capable of meeting the demands of a busy laboratory environment.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by implementing new processes and streamlining workflows.
- Monitored specimen preparation and test analyses to maintain acceptable levels of analytic performance.
- Specialized in conducting laboratory tests (Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Urine and Body fluids analyses, Immunology-Serology, Microbiology) with accuracy and precision.
BLOOD BANK
Ilocos Training & Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Performs Blood Banking procedures (Major crossmatching, direct and indirect antiglobulin tests)
- Performs Blood component separation (Washed Red blood cells, Packed Red blood cells, Platelet Concentrate, Fresh Frozen Plasma and Cryoprecipitate)
- Performs screening of blood units for transfusion transmissible infections (Biorad Evolis Twin Plus)
- Performs Therapeutic Plasma Exchange and Plasmapheresis (Fresenius Com.tec Cell Separator)
GENERALIST
Ilocos Training & Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Process and perform pre-testing of samples
- Drawing blood from patients (Pediatric & elderly) and taking the specimen to the laboratory to prepare for testing.
- Performs microscopic and chemical examination of body fluids such as urine, seminal fluid, cerebrospinal fluid, ascitic fluid, pleural fluid and sputum used in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Isolates and identify microorganisms, intestinal parasites and malarial parasite.
- Operates fully automated machines and semi-automated machines in different laboratory sections (Hematology - Maccura F800, Maccura AS120, Sysmex, Maccura H2600, Clinical Chemistry - Cobas Integra 400 plus, Pentra 400, Vitros 350, Caretium XI-931 CT, Lifotronic, Immunology & Serology - Cobas e41, iCHROMA III, AFIAS-10, Clinical Microscopy - Abbott UroMeter720, Medicside CA500-MA500)
- Performs quality control, calibrations, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting malfunctions on automated machines.
- Conduct laboratory tests according to equipment specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Observes proper biohazard waste disposal.
- Operates LIS functions.
- Adheres and complies with laboratory infections control policies and procedures.
- Performs other related functions as may be required.
Education
Bachelor - Medical Laboratory Science
Lorma Colleges
01.2015
Skills
Phlebotomist
Microscopist
Teamwork
Critical thinking
Professionalism and ethics
Continuous learning mindset
Regulatory compliance
Equipment maintenance and calibration
Time management proficiency
Data interpretation and reporting
Trainings Seminars Workshops
- Sputum Smear Microscopy Training
- Integrated Microscopy Training
- Malaria Microscopy Training
- Parasitology Microscopy Workshop: Quality Assurance and Reporting of Parasites for Standardized Routine Stool Examination
- Quality Improvement Training & Workshop for Clinical Hematology
- Seminar on Safety in the Laboratory: Hematology Section
- Seminar on Alternative Ways: Transfusion Therapy; Occurrence Management, The Social impact of Preventing Laboratory Errors, Advancing Justice Through Forensic DNA Profiling
- Training on Nucleic Acid Testing (NAT) - Blood Donor Screening for Transmissible Transfusion Infections
- Seminar on Newborn Screening
- Operator Training on Transufusion Therapy (Fresenius Kabi COMTEC Cell Separator) for Therapeutic Plasma Exchange & Apheresis
- Seminar on Blood Bank Safety & Security
- Biosafety, Biosecurity and Biorisk Management Training
- Seminar on Chemical Handling and Safety
- Awareness Seminar on Solid Waste Management in the laboratory
- Seminar on Advance Quality Control Practices for the Laboratories
- Workshop on Laboratory Management, Leadership and BIORISK Management
- Online Awareness & Training Workshop on ISO 15189:2022 - Medical Laboratories: Requirements for Quality and Competence
- Seminar on Capability Building for Diverse Healthcare Workers on MPOX
- Basic Life Support Training among Healthcare Providers
- Values Orientation Workshop
- Gender Sensitivity Training
Certification
Registered Medical Technologist, Professional Regulation Commission, Board of Medical Technology, Philippines, 09/01/15, Present
Work References
- Kristine M. Laroya, RMT, MD, Medical Officer III (Pathologist), Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center, kristinemlaroyamtmd@gmail.com, +63927 3765139
- Cromwel M. Macazo, RMT, Senior Medical Technologist, Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center, crom.macazo@gmail.com, +63917 8750328
- Amancio S. Padua Jr., RMT, Senior Medical Technologist, Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center, junspadua@yahoo.com, +63919 6136777
Others
09/01/24, Credential evaluation for U.S. immigration and visa purposes, validating academic and professional qualifications., My Academic transcript has been evaluated by World Education Services (WES) and deemed equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree.
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
BAGONG URGENT CARE AND AMBULATORY SERVICES (ITRMC)
05.2024 - Current
BLOOD BANK
Ilocos Training & Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - 05.2024
GENERALIST
Ilocos Training & Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2023
Bachelor - Medical Laboratory Science
Lorma Colleges