Matthew Petri

Med Tech II (microbiology) at HCA Integrated Regional Labs
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(386) 825-5501
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Tampa, Florida, United States, US
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Credentials

  • M(ASCP)
    American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
    Jul, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • MB(ASCP)
    American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
    Apr, 2016
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

  • Integrated Regional Laboratories
    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Med Tech II (microbiology)
      • Dec 2018 - Present

      • In a high volume lab, calling and reporting critical results in an efficient and timely manner. • Interpreting patient cultures and performing susceptibilities using Vitek-MS, RapID and a broad understanding of bacteriology to report significant bacteria and yeasts. • Using LAMP (Illumigene) to detect C. difficile, as well as other serological testing, in stool. • Precise understanding of CLSI and susceptibility patterns to report MIC values on organisms and setting up additional antibiotics (E-test, Kirby Bauer) when necessary. • Documenting and performing QC/QA testing as needed. Show less

  • Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories
    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Microbiology technologist
      • Mar 2014 - Nov 2018

      •Perform waived, moderate and select high complexity laboratory tests on patient specimens under CAP regulations in a timely manner. •Communicate with our hospital staff and clients to ensure high quality patient results. •Perform and interpret dozens of molecular assays involving DNA/RNA extractions, qPCR, RT-PCR, and Microarrays to detect pathogens and genetic markers. •Document quality control and troubleshoot complex instruments. •Correlate and interpret patient cultures based on knowledge of microbiology principles and biochemicals. •Report clinically relevant microorganisms in stool, urine, sterile, respiratory, reproductive, and superficial sources. •Report susceptibility patterns on organisms per CLSI guidelines. •Discuss complex issues as they arise with our Medical director. •Train and supervise fellow technologists to remain competent in a high volume certified lab •Demonstrate competence in various immunology and serology testing detecting H. pylori, Syphilis (TPPA, RPR), Lyme disease, EHEC EIA, and dozens more. •Demonstrate knowledge of parasitology to identify various helminth and amoeboid species in stool. Show less

  • Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
    • United States
    • Environmental Services
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Laboratory Analyst
      • May 2012 - Aug 2013

      •Used SOPs to perform routine testing on daily waste samples from the wastewater treatment facility and various other clients. •Performed QA/QC testing on industrial Milorganite samples prior to being shipped to clients. •Used Biochemical Oxygen Demand and measure quantitative amounts of chlorophyll a in wastewater and environmental samples to determine water quality. •Assisted in the microbiology lab for quantitative testing of Total fecal coliforms as well as regular preparatory and waste maintenance. Show less

Education

  • University of Florida
    Master of Science - MS, Microbiology and cell science
    2019 - 2022
  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
    Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Microbiology, General
    2009 - 2013

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