Rolando Balutan
Toronto
Summary
Seasoned Medical Laboratory Technologist with a proven track record at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, adept in laboratory equipment maintenance and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Excelled in quality assurance controls and mentoring new staff, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to excellence in diagnostic accuracy.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Toronto
05.2004 - Current
- Assisted in the training and orientation of new staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Performed quality control checks on test results, identifying and rectifying discrepancies.
- Operated equipment to analyze bodily fluids for anomalies.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data, test results, and instrument calibrations in accordance with established guidelines.
- Managed inventory supplies, reagents, and consumables, ensuring availability for all testing requirements.
- Maintained patient, specimen and tracking data using laboratory computer system.
- Engaged in the troubleshooting and resolution of technical problems with laboratory equipment and assays.
- Investigated and troubleshot problems with equipment to diagnose malfunctions and complete basic maintenance.
- Utilized Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) for the entry and retrieval of patient data, improving efficiency.
- Reviewed test results for accuracy and completeness prior to releasing them to clinicians.
Laboratory Technician
Al-Mouwasat Medical Services
Jubail
09.1988 - 12.2000
- Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies and ensuring stock is available when needed.
- Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment, including spectrophotometers, centrifuges, and pH meters to ensure accurate results.
- Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples.
- Assisted with training new lab technicians on proper operation of instruments, safety protocols, and other relevant topics.
Medical Technologist
Metropolitan Hospital
Manila
02.1984 - 08.1988
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology or blood group.
- Maintained accurate records of patient test results and reported any abnormalities to the physician.
- Provided technical guidance and training to new staff and students, enhancing team proficiency and promoting best practices.
- Managed specimen collection, processing, and storage, ensuring integrity and compliance with laboratory standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Laboratory Science
Michener Institute of Education
Toronto, ONBachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, PhilippinesSkills
- Laboratory equipment maintenance and troubleshooting protocols
- Knowledgeable Laboratory safety protocols
- Training and mentoring of Students and New Employee
- Result reporting
- Routine Coagulation studies
- Quality assurance controls
- Hematology analysis with excellent morphology skill
- Specimen collection
- Quality control management
- Adaptable to change
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
05.2004 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Al-Mouwasat Medical Services
09.1988 - 12.2000
Medical Technologist
Metropolitan Hospital
02.1984 - 08.1988
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Laboratory Science
Michener Institute of Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University of Santo Tomas
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