Joseph Mourisio
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Hardworking Medical Laboratory Assistant with excellent clinical
laboratory skills developed through study and work experience. Methodical
offering 6 plus years of experience working behind
scenes to process laboratory Specimens and tests.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Scientist - Trainee
Melbourne Health
Melbourne, VIC
11.2022 - Current
- Currently undergoing red cell Morphology Training in Hematology
department. - Performed blood film morphology training under supervision of Senior
Medical Scientist at Melbourne Health, Hematology department - Identification of red cell shapes, abnormalities, and their differentials
Make and stain manual blood film. - Observed blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood
group type and compatibility. - Utilized microscopic analysis to identify pathologically significant conditions
in blood samples. - Prevented specimen contamination and increased proficiency levels by
calibrating, sanitizing and maintaining laboratory equipment and
instruments. - Utilized molecular and genetic techniques to detect and diagnose disease.
- Reduced turnaround times for most important results more than 85%,
increasing patient satisfaction and leading to higher revenue levels.
Laboratory Assistant Staff Staff Trainer
Melbourne Health
Melbourne, VIC
10.2021 - Current
- Responsibilities
Trained new staff members in how to handle and process specimens
including sorting and coding in accurate manner - Trained new staffs to accurately take charge in data registration and data
entry of specimens into LIMS and transports them to correct work areas
of pathology e.g., Biochemistry, Hematology, Blood bank, Anatomical
Pathology and Microbiology - Trained junior staffs on how to perform and conduct some test, such as dip
stick chemistry. - Trained new staffs on how to maintains work areas in clean and hygienic
condition (dispose of waste material, clean benches)
Accession of work area related information via computers (e.g. printing
print worklists, look up of previous Specimens received - Trained new staff on pathology instruments/equipment maintenance the general duties in Specimen Reception
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Melbourne Health
Melbourne, VIC
09.2017 - Current
- Performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting of instruments in laboratory such as analyzers and record freezers and fridge temperatures.
- Competent in red blood cell slides preparation for Hematology morphology, Anatomical pathology, and Microbiology.
- Performed routine cleaning and sterilization duties within the lab area.
- Followed key principles of asepsis to protect medical equipment from contamination during blood work.
- Validated laboratory test processes for completeness and safety.
- Assisted with quality control activities in the lab.
- Performed quality control procedures to validate test results according to established standards.
- Answered phone calls from patients or other healthcare staff regarding lab services.
- Calibrated and performed routine maintenance to keep laboratory equipment in satisfactory condition.
- Processed specimens according to standard operating procedures.
- Entered data into electronic medical records systems accurately and timely.
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Adhered to established guidelines for specimen handling and processing.
- Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
- Process biospecimens such as fresh Tissue, Needle Aspirate, Frozen section and research samples in accurate manner.
- Centrifuge, aliquot, sort and distribute specimens.
- Prepare 24-hour urines analysis.
- Process specimens and distribute them to correct areas within Laboratory.
Perform urine dipstick chemistry. - Phone and speak with doctors, clinical and non-clinical staff, nurses
regarding patient's results and incorrect specimen transfer and filling of
incident report in line with pathology protocol. - Familiar with histology tissue processing, embedding, microtomy and
staining. - Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of
collection. - Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper
containers. - Prepared, embedded, cut, stained, mounted, labeled and catalogued
tissue sections.
Ward Assistant
Melbourne Health
Melbourne , VIC
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Provides support to patients, careers, families, and staff with ultimate goal
of improving patient experience. - Deliver urgent and non-urgent specimens to pathology Laboratory.
Working closely with clinical and non-clinical staff to support patients
throughout their stay in hospital. - Sitting with patients, talking and providing emotional support through
difficult times - Escorting patients to other areas of hospital
- Filling documents as required, restocking brochures in ward and tidying
ward notice board when required. - Seeking feedback from patients and careers including completing patients
experience form.
Customer Service Representative
Avis Car Rental - Melbourne Airport
Melbourne, VIC
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Act as a first contact point for customers
- Handle questions and complaints for the customers regarding their car
rental service policy - Scanning their returns vehicles using mobile handheld computers
- Refer customers to supervisors, managers and management team if they
need further help regarding their rental agreements policy - Check customer's licenses using company computer software system
policy - Answering incoming and customers phone calls
- Ensuring all vehicles are clean in line with corporate policy
- Adhere to OHS and safety standards while operating vehicles
- Accurate completing bookings and paperwork for customers
Perform administration tasks.
Team Member
Ryan's Supa IGA
Ballarat, VIC
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Providing excellent customer service
- Stock replenishment and placing merchandise on shelves
- Stock capping in line with IGA policy
Marketing - Working as part of team
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Looked for ways to go above and beyond job requirements.
- Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
Laboratory Technician
Dorevitch pathology - Noble Park Private Hospital
Melbourne , VIC
10.2009 - 11.2009
- Recording of specimens when clients drop in laboratory.
- Prepare peripheral blood films.
- Prepare slides from swab, tissue and fluids.
- Familiar with EDTA, Sodium Citrate and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rates
(ESR's) samples on Sysmex XE2100 or Sysmex CA-500 - Perform urine dipstick chemistry.
Prepare 24-hour urine analysis. - Process microscopic slides at all phases, including, H&E staining,
microtomy, embedding, cover slipping, and frozen sectioning to prepare
specimens for diagnosis by Pathologists. - Preparation of reagents and setting hospital refrigerators
- Comply with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification requirements including
performing quality control. - Make and stain Manual blood films.
- Analyze blood films for platelet clots and clumps.
Check EDTA tubes for clots. - Perform Serological tests on sources and recipient.
- Perform urine microscopy for erythrocytes, leucocytes, casts, crystals, and
bacteria on variety of fluids, such as Acetic and pleural. - Analyze Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for Xanthochromia
Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean
and orderly. - Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of
specimens. - Prepared and assured accuracy of standards and reagents needed for
analyses. - Stored, transported and submitted urinalysis samples.
Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
Education
Biomedical Science Degree - Biomedical Sciences
Federation University
Ballarat, VIC09-2015
Certificate IV In Diploma of Laboratory Technology - Science &Technology
Frankston Tafe
Frankston, VIC02-2009
Year 12 Certifcate -
Dandenong High School
Melbourne, VIC11-2008
Skills
- Laboratory Safety Protocols
- Sample Preparation
- Safety Management
- Critical Thinking
- Supervision and Leadership
- Organization and Time Management
- Clerical Support
- Ability to perform biological
procedures - Ability to perform test and
microscopic examinations (Blood
films Morphology) - Used of laboratory application software and computer data entry
system - Laboratory Equipment Handling Complex Problem-Solving
Accomplishments
- Youth Leadership Educational Achievement Awards
- Caroline Education Scholarship Award (TAFE)
- School Captain ( Year 12 Dandenong High School - Cleeland Campus)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Scientist - Trainee
Melbourne Health
11.2022 - Current
Laboratory Assistant Staff Staff Trainer
Melbourne Health
10.2021 - Current
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Melbourne Health
09.2017 - Current
Ward Assistant
Melbourne Health
06.2017 - 10.2017
Customer Service Representative
Avis Car Rental - Melbourne Airport
01.2016 - 10.2017
Team Member
Ryan's Supa IGA
02.2012 - 01.2014
Laboratory Technician
Dorevitch pathology - Noble Park Private Hospital
10.2009 - 11.2009
Biomedical Science Degree - Biomedical Sciences
Federation University
Certificate IV In Diploma of Laboratory Technology - Science &Technology
Frankston Tafe
Year 12 Certifcate -
Dandenong High School
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