Joseph Ochoco
West Covina
Summary
Dynamic Lab Assistant with extensive experience at Kaiser Permanente, skilled in specimen processing and lab equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and interpret test results, contributing to accurate patient diagnoses. Strong collaborator with a commitment to safety and compliance, fostering team development through training and knowledge sharing.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant 2
Kaiser Permanente
09.2020 - Current
- Conducted laboratory tests and experiments, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Prepared and organized samples for analysis, enhancing workflow efficiency in lab operations.
- Assisted in maintaining laboratory equipment, performing routine calibrations and troubleshooting as needed.
- Collaborated with medical staff to interpret test results, contributing to accurate patient diagnoses.
- Analyzed data trends from laboratory tests, providing insights for operational enhancements and research projects.
- Trained new lab personnel on procedures and best practices, fostering team development and knowledge sharing.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
Lab Assistant
Foundation Laboratory
10.2013 - 09.2020
- Conducted laboratory tests and procedures with precision to ensure accurate results.
- Operate AU2700, Centaur XP, DXI800, Bioplex 2200, Liason XL and Atellica.
- run controls and calibrate reagents as needed.
- Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, adhering to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Supported senior scientists in experiment preparation and data analysis tasks.
- Streamlined sample processing workflows to enhance laboratory efficiency and output.
DSP
Hope House
2011 - 2013
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
Associate of Science - LVN
Preferred College of Nursing
Los Angeles, CA07-2009
No Degree -
Charter Oak High School
Covina, CA06-2004
Skills
- Specimen processing
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Safe specimen handling
- Laboratory techniques
- Lab testing and reporting
- CLIA & OSHA compliance
- Lab equipment calibration
- Test results interpretation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lab Assistant 2
Kaiser Permanente
09.2020 - Current
Lab Assistant
Foundation Laboratory
10.2013 - 09.2020
DSP
Hope House
2011 - 2013
Associate of Science - LVN
Preferred College of Nursing
No Degree -
Charter Oak High School
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