Microsoft
Shima Mashreghi
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Sarab,BK
Summary
Accomplished Medical Laboratory Scientist with three years of maintaining safe and reliable lab environments. Known for delivering flawless diagnostic reports on tests. Maintains strict adherence with prescribed safety protocols and regulatory guidelines for lab operations and subject privacy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
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4
Languages
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Sarab Imam Khomeini Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Mentored new staff members, providing training on laboratory techniques and best practices for efficient workflow management.
- Maintained high levels of laboratory safety by adhering to strict guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing standardized testing procedures and protocols.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care and improve treatment outcomes.
- Improved turnaround times for test results through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a well-organized and efficient work environment.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste while maintaining adequate stock levels for uninterrupted lab operations.
- Increased patient satisfaction through timely and accurate diagnostic results.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the lab by identifying opportunities for process optimization and championing change initiatives.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Reduced errors in test results by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by staying current with industry developments and updating policies accordingly.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets related to accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction metrics within the lab setting.
- Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations.
- Maintained confidentiality and professionalism by following strict HIPAA guidelines when handling patient information and test results.
- Analyzed testing results based on established indicators, submitting findings to central lab database.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, sharing insights from lab findings to inform treatment decisions.
- Conducted detailed microbiological cultures to identify infectious agents, enhancing treatment outcomes.
- Streamlined laboratory processes, reducing turnaround time for critical tests.
- Enhanced laboratory safety protocols, minimizing contamination and ensuring staff well-being.
- Implemented continuous education programs for laboratory staff, keeping them abreast of latest scientific developments.
- Improved detection of rare conditions with introduction of specialized testing procedures.
- Improved patient care with timely and accurate processing of laboratory specimens.
- Contributed to public health initiatives by conducting epidemiological surveillance testing.
- Fostered culture of innovation, encouraging exploration of new technologies and methodologies in laboratory setting.
- Optimized use of laboratory information systems to ensure efficient data management and reporting.
- Conducted research on novel laboratory techniques, contributing to advancements in medical science.
- Streamlined specimen collection protocols, improving patient comfort and test accuracy.
- Coordinated with hospital departments to ensure seamless integration of laboratory services.
- Ensured accurate diagnostic results by meticulously performing complex biochemical tests.
- Led training sessions for new laboratory staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
- Enhanced patient diagnosis by integrating new genetic testing methods into laboratory workflow.
- Customized laboratory tests to meet specific research project requirements, facilitating breakthrough findings.
- Participated in external audits, demonstrating compliance with national laboratory standards.
- Developed and implemented quality control system for reagent preparation, significantly reducing errors.
- Reduced wastage of laboratory supplies by implementing inventory management system.
- Analyzed cultures using molecular-based and biochemical techniques.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostic techniques.
- Measured and assessed antibodies in blood to indicate conditions.
- Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
- Utilized molecular and genetic techniques to detect and diagnose diseases.
- Conducted experiments to evaluate the efficacy of drug treatments for various diseases.
- Performed data analysis and interpretation of results from clinical trials and epidemiological studies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
Sarab Medical Science University
Iran 04.2001 -
Affiliations
Sarab Imam Khomeini Hospital
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Interests
Camping
Reading
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Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Sarab Imam Khomeini Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
Sarab Medical Science University
04.2001 -
Hobbies
I enjoy reading medical articles, improving my laboratory skills, and staying updated with new scientific developments.