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Ivy Kaila Tambalong

Metro Manila

Summary


Professional medical technologist with substantial experience in clinical laboratory operations and diagnostics. Adept at performing complex laboratory tests, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring accuracy in test results. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments, with focus on achieving measurable results. Skilled in using advanced laboratory technology and adhering to stringent safety and quality standards.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Science Research Specialist

RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR TROPICAL MEDICINE – TRANSFUSION TRANSMISSIBLE INFECTIONS NATIONAL REFERENCE LABORATORY
11.2019 - Current
  • Advanced skills and knowledge in performing different testing platforms.
  • Perform confirmatory testing for blood donors reactive to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Syphilis, and Malaria
  • Operate various automated machines and testing platforms, such as Chemiluminescence Immunoassay, Enzyme Immunoassay, Western Blot, Neutralization Assay, and Nucleic Acid Testing
  • Engage in various research activities and provide technical support during the conduct of studies
  • Provide support in the conduct of kit and machine evaluations prior to their use in different hospitals in the Philippines
  • Conduct laboratory site inspections in various blood bank hospitals across the Philippines.
  • Serve as lecturer and facilitate laboratory activities during the conduct of proficiency training
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, minimizing the risk of infection or contamination in the laboratory environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Increased efficiency by troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and performing routine maintenance tasks as needed.
  • Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
  • Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
  • Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
  • Improved laboratory's response to pandemic-related challenges by adapting testing procedures and protocols swiftly.
  • Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
  • Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
  • Enforced quality control protocols to maintain accuracy of test results.
  • Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.

Medical Technologist

FAIRCARE MEDICAL CLINIC
01.2019 - 09.2019
  • Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and result reporting.
  • Identify patient and labeled specimen with correct information to protect patient form adverse errors.
  • Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of result.
  • Operate, calibrate, and maintain instrument and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
  • Conduct mobile annual physical examination with different private companies.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, clinical microscopy & rapid serology.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care when interacting with patients during specimen collection processes.
  • Ensured accurate diagnoses with thorough quality control procedures and diligent recordkeeping.
  • Utilized microscopy, spectrophotometry and chromatography following procedures for accurate results.
  • Improved patient safety by meticulously following all laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
  • Supported patient care by providing timely and accurate test results to physicians and healthcare professionals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology

Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines (MCNP)

Skills

  • Advanced skills in sampling techniques
  • Research sample testing/analysis
  • Training Lecturer/ Facilitator
  • Communication skills
  • Equipment testing and calibration
  • Inventory control
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Blood bank management
  • Serology testing
  • Results troubleshooting

Training

  • Basic Phlebotomy Technique
  • Seminars/Workshop on the Manual Operation for Screening Drug Testing Laboratories
  • HIV and other TTI (Transfusion Transmissible Infections) Proficiency Testing Training Workshop
  • Training on Nasopharyngeal and Oropharyngeal Swab Collection
  • Biosafety 101 Training
  • Infectious Substances Shipping and Training Workshop
  • Introduction to Research
  • How to Become a Certified Biosafety Officer
  • The Regents of the Western Blotting University
  • Basic Molecular Biology Module 1 & 2
  • Six Sigma White Belt Certification Program
  • NRL Asian Summit Virtual Conference

Timeline

Science Research Specialist

RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR TROPICAL MEDICINE – TRANSFUSION TRANSMISSIBLE INFECTIONS NATIONAL REFERENCE LABORATORY
11.2019 - Current

Medical Technologist

FAIRCARE MEDICAL CLINIC
01.2019 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology

Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines (MCNP)

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