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Graciela Aguilar

@gracielaaguilar

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Experienced healthcare and medical laboratory scientist team member.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to utilize my laboratory skills while contributing to patient care and advancing my career in healthcare.

I am an experienced healthcare and medical laboratory scientist with a strong proficiency in laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, and interpretations. My academic journey culminated in a Master of Health Care Professions from UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, where I honed my skills in medical laboratory sciences. I am set to take the ASCP BOC Exam in November 2023, which will further validate my expertise in this field.

Throughout my clinical laboratory experiences, I have developed a robust skill set in various areas including hematology, immunohematology, microbiology, and chemistry. My time at esteemed institutions such as Guadalupe Regional Medical Center and Baptist Medical Center has equipped me with the ability to diagnose and interpret complex medical conditions. I am dedicated to leveraging my problem-solving skills and time management abilities to contribute positively to patient care and laboratory efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Student Clinical Laboratories Experience

Guadalupe Regional Medical Center

Nov 2022 - May 2023 (6 months)

Gained hands-on experience in various clinical laboratory settings, including Blood Bank, Molecular, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology. Performed diagnostic tests and interpretations across different departments.

Urinalysis Clinical Chemistry Hematology Diagnostic Testing Specimen Collection Quality Assurance

Student Clinical Laboratories

UT Health Science Center at San Antonio

Aug 2021 - Aug 2022 (1 year)

Developed proficiency in hematological tests to diagnose blood disorders, performed routine blood cell antibody identification, and conducted advanced serologic and genomic procedures. Gained expertise in immunodiagnostics for infectious and autoimmune diseases, and performed culturing and identification of microorganisms.

Hematology Immunohematology Clinical Chemistry Urinalysis Diagnostic Testing Serology

Certified Nurse Aid

One Heartland

May 2019 - Aug 2021 (2 years 3 months)

Facilitated activities of daily living for patients, including personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulation. Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, collected specimens, and accurately recorded information in the EMR system.

Patient Care Specimen Collection Healthcare Support Communication Empathy Time Management

Spanish Research Assistant

Project SEED

Aug 2018 - May 2019 (9 months)

Conducted laboratory and field work, including the collection and preparation of blood, hair, and saliva samples. Supported data processing operations and provided assistance with psychological survey research.

Data Processing Research Assistance Research Data Entry