CLChris Limlengco
@chrislimlengco
Experienced Clinical Laboratory Scientist with strong leadership skills.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
With over 30 years of experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, I have dedicated my career to advancing laboratory operations and ensuring high-quality patient care. My journey has taken me through various roles, culminating in my current position as Director of Clinical Laboratory Services at Mercy Medical Center. Here, I oversee the 24-hour operations of the clinical laboratory, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while implementing strategies that enhance operational efficiency.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in laboratory services. My leadership experience includes directing Transfusion Services and supervising hematology staff, where I have successfully coordinated quality improvement activities and contributed to laboratory accreditation surveys. I pride myself on my ability to collaborate with clinical leadership to develop policies and procedures that support the institution's mission and growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director Of Clinical Laboratory Services
Mercy Medical Center
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Directed and oversaw 24-hour operations of the clinical laboratory, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. Implemented strategies to enhance and support laboratory operations for high quality, efficient, and cost-effective services.
Transfusion Service Lead
Mercy Medical Center
Aug 2018 - Dec 2022 (4 years 4 months)
Directed and supervised Transfusion Services Staff, ensuring timely analysis of samples and provision of blood products. Coordinated with the local blood bank manager and laboratory director to assess community needs and fulfill organizational requirements.
Hematology Supervisor
Doctors Medical Center
Jan 2015 - Jul 2018 (3 years 6 months)
Responsible for the direction and supervision of hematology staff in carrying out sample analysis duties. Coordinated with the Laboratory Director to ensure regulatory compliance and implemented Quality Improvement Activities.
CLS- Traveler
Kern Medical Center
Sep 2011 - Jan 2015 (3 years 4 months)
Worked as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist in Hematology and Blood Bank, performing laboratory analysis for diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Adhered to quality control policies and processed multiple blood products for trauma patients.
Microbiologist/CLS
Mercy Medical Center
Jan 2009 - Sep 2011 (2 years 8 months)
Performed moderately to highly complex microbiology analysis, including gram stains, bacterial and fungal cultures, and viral kit analysis. Adhered to microbiology Quality Control policy and assisted in Chemistry supervisory duties.
CLS-Traveler
Saint Louise Regional Hospital
Oct 2008 - Jan 2010 (1 year 3 months)
Worked as a Generalist in all Lab departments, performing laboratory analysis for diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases. Performed Chemistry supervisory duties, including calibration and linearity verification, to meet regulatory compliance.
Chemistry Lead
Mercy Medical Center, Merced
Jun 1995 - Sep 2008 (13 years 3 months)
Responsible for the direction and supervision of chemistry staff in carrying out sample analysis duties. Coordinated with the Laboratory Director to meet regulatory compliance requirements and consistently reviewed and updated procedures.
CLS-Part time
Los Banos Memorial Medical Center
May 1995 - Jan 1997 (1 year 8 months)
Worked as a Generalist in all Lab departments, performing laboratory analysis using standard procedures. Provided information for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases.
CLS-Part time
Bloss Memorial Hospital
May 1995 - May 1996 (1 year)
Worked as a Generalist in all Lab departments, performing laboratory analysis using standard procedures. Provided information for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Centro Escolar University
BS in Medical Technology, Medical Technology
Grade: Most Outstanding Intern Award
Activities and societies: Most Outstanding Intern Award
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology. Awarded the Most Outstanding Intern Award during the program.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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