Maisuru Margaret J. Jacobson
Medical laboratory scientist
Brighton East,VIC
Summary
Logical and detailed Graduate Medical Laboratory Scientist with experience testing biological samples used to diagnose and treat diseases and conditions. Well-versed in complex laboratory tests in all areas including hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, blood banking and transfusion medicine, clinical microscopy, PCR testing for tuberculosis and immunoserology screening for malaria and dengue.
Highly accurate when recording data and guiding quality control while following laboratory policies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales and Business Development Manager
Majestic Pharma and biomed imports Ltd
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Developed deep understanding of customer needs, priorities and pain points to deliver customized service.
- Collaborated with sales, marketing and other internal teams to meet shared goals.
- Conducted market research to discover new leads, opportunities and messaging.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
Resident Medical Laboratory Scientist
Port Moresby General Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with ISO 9001 standard operating procedures.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Operated vitros drychem machine and mindray hematology machine, maintaining strict adherence to prescribed safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting variances in results and blood product performance.
- Complied with waste disposal procedures for biological and hazardous waste types such as infectious blood bags and used syringes.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Conducted complete blood count, kidney, and liver funtion test and crossmatching tests regularly.
- Performed and documented accurate transfusion reaction investigations, producing compatible blood products for patients.
- Carefully handled and disposed of biological hazardous materials following strict safety procedures to avoid contamination.
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Inspected bodily fluids and tissues to detect infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites.
Medical Laboratory Science Intern
Batangas Medical Center
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
Phlebotomy Trainee
Jesus of Nazareth Hospital
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
- Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.
- Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks more than 30 times per day.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Lyceum of the Philippines University
Philippines 06.2019
Diploma In Phlebotomy - Medical Laboratory Technology
Lyceum of The Philippines University, Batangas City
Philippines 06.2017
Year 12 Certificate -
Port Moresby National High School
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea 2013
Year 10 Certificate -
St Charles Lwanga High School
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea 2011
Year 8 Certificate - undefined
Gerehu Primary School
2009
Skills
- Records maintenance skills
- Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols and procedures
- Knowledge of sterile procedures
- Reagent Preparation
- Gram Staining
- Infection Control
- Microorganism Isolation
- Microscopic Techniques
- Specimen Processing
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Finger Pricks
- Cell Differentiation
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Microbiology Expertise
- Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Equipment Operation
- Hematology
- Urinalysis
- Microscopic Examination
- Sharps Disposal
- Microorganism Identification
- Analyze Body Fluids
- Blood Counts
- Heel Sticks
- Donor Screening
- Patient Confidentiality
- Specimen Labeling Procedures
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Specimen Transport
- On-Site Testing
- Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture
- Specimen Collection and Storage
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved blood transfusion reaction which led to determining the presence of Gerbich blood group in a patient.
Certification
- MLS - Medical Laboratory Scientist
- License to practice, National Department of Health- Papua New Guinea- 2021
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Resident Medical Laboratory Scientist
Port Moresby General Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
Sales and Business Development Manager
Majestic Pharma and biomed imports Ltd
07.2020 - 12.2022
Medical Laboratory Science Intern
Batangas Medical Center
12.2018 - 06.2019
Phlebotomy Trainee
Jesus of Nazareth Hospital
01.2016 - 06.2016
Bachelor Of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Lyceum of the Philippines University
Diploma In Phlebotomy - Medical Laboratory Technology
Lyceum of The Philippines University, Batangas City
Year 12 Certificate -
Port Moresby National High School
Year 10 Certificate -
St Charles Lwanga High School
Year 8 Certificate - undefined
Gerehu Primary School
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