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Carla Munoz

Truganina,VIC

Summary

Reliable individual with skills as a Laboratory Technician. Smart and committed to do a job well done and offering exceptional drive. Insightful, brings dedication and excellence. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces.

I am a diligent focused on timely, quality completion of procedures. Works well under pressure within high-volume testing environments. Always ready to help colleagues with testing process.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude, willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to seek a challenging career using previous life and professional experience, providing an efficient service to internal/external stakeholders, carrying out duties, according to procedures.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Technician

Racing Analytical Services Ltd.
04.2016 - Current
  • Performed routine screens to high number of samples
  • Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
  • Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
  • Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
  • Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
  • Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects.
  • Registered and prepared samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and physical homogenization.
  • Collected and performed analytical testing on in-process product.
  • Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
  • Interpreted and documented results of tests into active databases and communicated results to internal customers.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
  • Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
  • Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Murdoch Children's Research Institute
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
  • Managed high volume of samples, from data entry to report results
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
  • Perform Flow Injection Analysis on serum specimens of pregnant women measuring hormones and proteins associated with placental and foetal function.
  • Use of microplates based manual and automated immunoassays (Kryptor and Access).
  • QC testing.
  • Calibration of equipment.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Australian Red Cross Blood Service.
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Label and prepare blood components from Aphaeresis and Whole Blood donations.
  • Prepare blood components for storage in freezers, cool rooms and room temperature facilities.
  • Prepare modified Red Blood Cell components.
  • Perform sampling of components.
  • Release label blood components in preparation for issue to customers via Inventory & Distribution.
  • Perform procedures in adherence with organisational procedures.
  • Ensure consumable stocks are adequate.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results
  • Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience
  • Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results

Education

Advanced Diploma - Laboratory Techniques

Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC

Biosecurity

Guardian Online
2018

Skills

  • Diagnosing high risks pregnancies
  • Specimen and sample Preparation
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Safety Compliance
  • Chemical Handling
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Laboratory Safety Protocols
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Interpersonal and Written Communication
  • Medical Laboratory Procedures
  • ELISA Techniques
  • Lab Equipment Maintenance
  • Laboratory Safety
  • Hazardous Waste Management
  • Laboratory Instrumentation
  • Reagent Preparation
  • Data Analysis
  • Test Reporting
  • Specimen Handling
  • Safety Protocols
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Sample Logging
  • Laboratory Information Systems
  • Issue Troubleshooting

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Laboratory Technician

Racing Analytical Services Ltd.
04.2016 - Current

Medical Laboratory Technician

Murdoch Children's Research Institute
01.2012 - 01.2014

Medical Laboratory Technician

Australian Red Cross Blood Service.
01.2011 - 01.2012

Advanced Diploma - Laboratory Techniques

Victoria University

Biosecurity

Guardian Online
Carla Munoz