Candice Reyes

Various Academic Laboratory Classes (2018–2025)

• Hematology: Performed blood tests, including CBCs, smears, and coagulation studies, using hematology analyzers and microscopy.
• Virology: Conducted viral isolation, PCR, and serological assays, following biosafety protocols.
• Medical Microbiology: Identified pathogens through culturing, staining, and biochemical testing.
• Tissue Culture: Cultivated and maintained mammalian cell lines using aseptic techniques and prepared growth media.
• Basic Microbiology: Conducted Gram staining, microbial identification, and cultured aerobic/anaerobic bacteria.

• Professional aide to patients ages ranging from 5-93 with daily tasks
• Provided companionship while showing compassion towards patients in their current conditions
• Kept track of prescription medications as per schedule provided by medical provider

• Prepared blood-collecting equipment while using aseptic and venipuncture techniques to complete blood draws and collect samples for medical testing
• Correctly identified patients and patient history of any problems related to previous blood draws
• Correctly labeled each collection tubes after blood draws were complete
• Centrifuged collection tubes adequately and prepared them for pick up
• Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.