Clinical Laboratory Technician 2 Resume Example Univeristy Of Washington Genetics Lab

CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 2

Professional Summary

Dedicated Clinical Laboratory Technician with 17+ years of experience. Extensive knowledge of various Laboratory Information Systems and Applications. Patient care driven with focus on customer service and confidentiality. Collaborated with Pathologists and Researchers in the diagnoses and treatment of Genetics disorders, cancer mutation, and prenatal screening by providing quick turnaround of clinical testing and specimen analysis.

Skills

Type 75 words per minute
MS Office & Excel
Hospital Electronic Medical Records
Proficient with Laboratory tests and procedures
Effective verbal and written communication

Customer service
Lab Assistant Training
Clinical Process Knowledge
Laboratory equipment expertise
Analyzing and identifying process improvements

Work History

Clinical Laboratory Technician 2, 10/2016 to 01/2020
Univeristy Of Washington Genetics Lab – Seattle, WA

Worked with pathologist to investigate and obtain pathology reports and biopsies to narrow down likely diagnoses.
Accessed multiple Hospital applications and systems to resolve patient and provider request for testing and results.
Answering phones and responding to customer complaints about delayed testing and proper specimen collection in a timely manner.
Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
Developed and executed new Pre-analytical processes for quick turnaround and quality assurance.
Logged patient demographics into LIS with little room for error.
Conducted DNA and protein extraction from blood, bone marrow, tissue and FFPE using the Qiasymphony.

Clinical Laboratory Technician 2, 06/2014 to 10/2016
University Of Washington Hematopathology Lab – Seattle, WA

Received patient specimens and requisitions for Molecular testing.
Logged patient demographics and test information into multiple databases and Lab Information Systems.
Coordinated with Medical Lab Scientists to process and direct patient specimens to appropriate departments.
Answered phone calls regarding Flow Cytometry testing, sample stability and proper collections.
Handled blood and tissue specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
Developed standard operating procedures and document workflows for current and future process steps.

Clinical Laboratory Techincian 1, 05/2009 to 07/2014
Harborview Medical Center – Seattle, WA

Received and Logged blood, stool and urine samples into Lab Information System
Demonstrated competence in Laboratory tests and procedures
Processed clinical specimens, including peripheral blood, stool, urine and fresh tissue for laboratory testing and archiving
Centrifuge and alliquot plasma cells for analysis and established proper chronological priorities in testing to different departments
Managed specimen specimen handling, receiving, storage and inventory of lab supplies
Answered phones and responded to ordering providers request for testing prices and turnaround
Created and updated record of all supplies and equipment to monitor inventory
Followed safety procedures when handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals
Assisted Phlebotomist with in-patient and out patient blood draws

Lead Lab Technician, 05/2004 to 07/2009
Pathology Associates Medical Laboratories – Seattle, WA

Tracked blood, stool and urine samples with focus on quick turnaround.
Assisted Supervisor and Manager on employee reviews and continued process improvements .
Developed standard operating procedures and document workflows for current and future processes.
Answering phone calls and resolving patient and ordering provider request for test results, specimen stability and turnaround.
Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother workflow and turnaround for overall business growth.
Inspected inbound and outbound products for compliance with established industry standards, company policies and procedures.
Developed team communications and new processes improvement training for Specimen Processing staff
Worked with Medical Lab Scientists to resolve specimen integrity problems and improve operations and provide exceptional customer service satisfactory to our clients.

Lab Assistant 1, 05/2002 to 07/2004
Dynacare Laboratories – Seattle, WA

Maintained the day to day functioning of the lab, including collecting and organizing samples and lab supplies as well as inventory and data entry
Responsible for transporting specimens from off-site collection areas to the appropriate section of the laboratory
In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory information systems
Logged specimens into laboratory Specimen Log Book as required, received into computer with all correct data, and delivered to the appropriate areas of the lab for testing
Performed other duties such as centrifuging and alliquoting plasma cells for clinical testing
Assisted other personnel as required in clerical and technical functions
Update patient accounts with current insurance information
Responding to inquiries and providing general information into computer database.

Education

Certificate : Screenwriting and Cinematography, 07/2010
Seattle Film Institute - Seattle, WA

High School Diploma: 2000
Chicopee Comprehensive High School - Chicopee, MA

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Univeristy Of Washington Genetics Lab
University Of Washington Hematopathology Lab
Harborview Medical Center
Pathology Associates Medical Laboratories
Dynacare Laboratories

School Attended

Seattle Film Institute
Chicopee Comprehensive High School

Job Titles Held:

Clinical Laboratory Technician 2
Clinical Laboratory Techincian 1
Lead Lab Technician
Lab Assistant 1

Degrees

Certificate : Screenwriting and Cinematography , 07/2010
High School Diploma : 2000

Clinical Laboratory Technician 2 Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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