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INSTRUCTOR
Professional Summary
Seeking a position as a Medical Laboratory Technician, in support of the establishment's mission for success. 2 years as Laboratory Supervisor, total 6 years generalist experience working as a Medical Laboratory Specialists with the United States Army Proficient and precise phlebotomy skills Ambitious, great personality, positive attitude Flexible and willing to adapt to change Customer service Experience with CAP proficiency testing Can work independently with minimal supervision Collaborative and work well with teams! Excellent communication and writing/counseling skills Possess an active secret clearance HIPPA, OSHA, CLIA, FDA, cGMP, AABB, CAP and the Joint Commission protocols Experience with training new and incumbent staff Met lab test turn-around-time and abnormal result reporting Organized and prioritize work to meet deadlines internally and externally Proficient using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and some experience with Excel
Professional Experience
American Red CrossJanuary 2013 to January 2015Instructor
Macon, GA
  • I for Blood Collections Staff over Macon and Columbus area.
January 2011 to January 2013
  • US Army in Daegu, South Korea; Laboratory Supervisor of Wood.
  • Medical Clinic.
US ArmyJanuary 2008 to January 2011Staff/Laboratory Supervisor of Bamberg Health Clinic
Bamberg, Germany
Tripler Army Medical Center TAMCJanuary 2007 to January 2008
  • General laboratory experience in phlebotomy, urology, microbiology, hematology, chemistry, serology and immunology.
  • HEMATOLOGY/BLOOD BANK: Erythrocyte sedimentation rates (ESR), sickle cell testing, performed microscopic examinations on blood smears, stained slides, performed manual blood counts, platelet counts, hematology automated equipment (Beckman Coulter's Act 5 Diff) to test complete blood counts, malaria screening and differential, some blood typing, G6PD testing, cell counting using a hemacytometer, ABO typing and cross match COAGULATION: PT/PTT, platelet count, Factor V assay CHEMISTRY: I-STAT chemistry analyzer for basic metabolic panels, comprehensive metabolic panel, obtains blood samples for lipid, liver, and renal panels to send to reference lab.
  • MICROBIOLOGY/PARASITOLOGY: plated and analyze cultures on urine, throat swabs, stool, open sores or wounds, fecal smears, occult blood, prepare stool for O&P exams UROLOGY: Clinitek Advantis to perform dipstick urinalysis, perform confirmatory microscopy on abnormal results, pregnancy rapid test, wet preps, KOH preps SEROLOGY/IMMUNOLOGY/VIROLOGY: RPR testing for syphilis, rapid HIV testing, rapid influenza testing, HIV, PCR, mono, CAP (College of American Pathologist) proficiency testing Processed analytical testing in assistance in the diagnosis of over 40 patients each day in a base with 10,000 soldiers and their families with phlebotomy performance rate of 98%.
  • Specimen receipt and processing including preparing specimens for transport to reference labs Verifies each patient's identification to each requisition.
  • Accurately records the patient's name and identification number on each specimen.
  • Rejects unsatisfactory sample accordingly Package over 50 specimens daily and sent to reference laboratories in 100% accordance to policies and state laws.
  • Acted as a reference lab to other smaller clinics Dispensed hazardous and biomedical waste monthly in accordance of Environmental Compliance economically with 0 Discrepancies or fines Ability to recognize signs or symptoms of physiological reactions and act appropriately to prevent injury to and stabilize the patient Obtain whole blood units manually or by automated methods according to the American Red Cross Biomedical Services work instructions.
  • Procure Platelets, Plasma and 2RBC units using the Trima Accel machine flawlessly.
  • Maintain quality assurance by performing scheduled maintenance as required on all equipment; gram scales, bed scales, supplies, solutions, weight sets, and equipment.
  • Maintain Donor confidentiality while performing health history and screening.
  • Provide aid during donor reactions such as loss of consciousness and syncope reactions.
  • Supervision/Leadership Roles/Training: Supervised and trained over 20 team members to include fellow laboratory staff in phlebotomy and Point of Care testing procedures resulting in more qualified personnel, increased productivity, and a 35% decrease in patient wait times Supervised laboratory section personnel, critical thinking and problem solving skills Management of supplies and inventory, performs and records maintenance on equipment Critical result reporting within time frame Assist in the development, review, and revision of policies and procedures Ensuring compliance with all regulatory bodies such as state, international, federal, and Joint Commission, College of American Pathologists, CLIA, OSHA, cGMP, FDA, AABB, CFR and Environmental Compliance Conduct On-the-Job-Training for new hires and incumbent staff on the manual procurement of whole blood units, 2RBCs and any combination of platelets or plasma utilizing the automated machines.
  • Conduct classroom training in the absence of other instructors.
  • Conduct annual and periodic assessments for 25 staff in support of the FDA and the Consent Decree.
  • Write up and report any problems as required to Department heads and Quality Assurance personnel.
  • Quality Assurance/Quality Inspection: Communicated effectively with 7 nurses, 6 physicians, and 3 doctors on patient critical results to provide overall safe and quality care.
  • Reviewed monthly data such as patient logs and quality control Reports for verification of accuracy and forward up to obtain supervisor approval by scheduled deadlines.
  • Exhibited knowledge and displayed compliance with QA/QI Protocols and facility standards receiving "0 findings" Verifies analytical accuracy, precision, sensitivity, and reference ranges for all control reagents.
  • Complied with laboratory regulations; College of American Pathologist (CAP), CLIA, Occupational Safety and Health A (OSHA), medical facility policies; the Joint Commission, the Health Information Privacy and Portability Act (HIPAA), medical transportation laws with the Department of Transportation (DOT), Code of Federal Regulations (49 CFR) and environmental compliance.
  • Perform duties according to the company's SOPs, FDA, and AABB standards Perform periodic and Annual competency assessment of collections staff Equipment Maintenance and Repair: Ordered and restock necessary laboratory supplies totaling over $200K annually Scheduled maintenance and repairs timely Conduct monthly operator level maintenance on all automated equipment Monitored equipment for reproducibility and accuracy while performing quality control Accountable for over $l00K in laboratory equipment and over $60K in military deployable laboratory sets.
Education and Training
Civilian Diplomas/Certifications: *American Medical Technologist-RPT *American Medical Technologist-MLT
George Washington UniversityPresentM.S: Health Science Clinical Laboratory ScienceHealth Science Clinical Laboratory Science
Thomas Edison State College2015B.S: Applied Science Technology Clinical Laboratory SciencesApplied Science Technology Clinical Laboratory Sciences
George Washington University2013A.S: Health Laboratory Technology Laboratory TechnologyHealth Laboratory Technology Laboratory Technology
Blythewood High School2007High School Diploma
US Army Pacific Health Command: Transport of Bio-Medical Materials *US Army Pacific Health Command: Basic Medical Waste Transport *Environmental Compliance Officer *Basic Life Support
Certified Registered Phlebotomy Technician and Medical Laboratory Technician
AS/BS: Applied Science Technology Clinical Laboratory ScienceApplied Science Technology Clinical Laboratory Science
Competent user of the Laboratory Information Systems (i.e. CHCS I/II)
Skills
Army, Basic, C, chemistry, critical thinking, diagnosis, Environmental Compliance, Equipment Maintenance and Repair, frame, HEMATOLOGY, IMMUNOLOGY, Information Systems, prevent injury, Inspection, inventory, laboratory equipment, Leadership, Life Support, Materials, 98, Occupational Safety, Pathologist, PCR, personnel, Phlebotomy, policies, problem solving skills, procurement, Protocols, Quality, quality assurance, QA, quality control, receiving, repairs, reporting, Supervisor, Supervision, Technician, Transportation, typing, urinalysis, UROLOGY, wounds
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • American Red Cross
  • US Army
  • Tripler Army Medical Center TAMC

School Attended

  • George Washington University
  • Thomas Edison State College
  • Blythewood High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Instructor
  • Staff/Laboratory Supervisor of Bamberg Health Clinic

Degrees

  • Civilian Diplomas/Certifications: *American Medical Technologist-RPT *American Medical Technologist-MLT
    M.S : Health Science Clinical Laboratory Science
    B.S : Applied Science Technology Clinical Laboratory Sciences
    A.S : Health Laboratory Technology Laboratory Technology
    High School Diploma
    US Army Pacific Health Command: Transport of Bio-Medical Materials *US Army Pacific Health Command: Basic Medical Waste Transport *Environmental Compliance Officer *Basic Life Support
    Certified Registered Phlebotomy Technician and Medical Laboratory Technician
    AS/BS : Applied Science Technology Clinical Laboratory Science
    Competent user of the Laboratory Information Systems (i.e. CHCS I/II)

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