Sharon Hafl
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Accomplished Manager and Lab technician experienced in protocols of blood, bodily fluids and Coronavirus specimen collections. Diligent and independent individual with in-depth knowledge of laboratory protocols and quality procedures. Impressive background with over 27 years of experience in analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure mid-level lab technician position in medical or laboratory environment. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
COVID-19 Tester/Toxicology Analyst
Ethos Laboratories
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2019 - Current
- Handled and stored potentially contaminated nasal, oral and blood samples to prevent compromise.
- Filtered and screened antibodies for development of various assays.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Delivered supplies to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Identified microorganisms present in PCR samples and cultivated strains to support clinical diagnostics.
- Managed over many different accounts which lead to 25% increase of new accounts using our services against our competitor's.
Phlebotomy Technician
Mercy Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 80 to 100 times per day.
- Handled insurance verification tasks using Medic and Epic to validate patient insurance information.
Server Manager
Mimi's Cafe/ Olive Garden/ Maggiano's
Cincinnati, Mason And Indianapolis, Ohio
10.2010 - 01.2019
- Created and enforced standard recipes and instructions to streamline meal, snack and beverage preparation.
- Analyzed and generated end-of-shift and product inventory reports for performance and quality tracking purposes.
- Completed daily procedure checklist and communicated changes to servers and kitchen staff.
- Led team of servers to consistently meet customer service and sales targets.
- Welcomed and greeted guests before presenting special menu items to clients.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Increased total bar and beverage sales by 22% by providing team with clear and concise goals to reach by suggestive selling specialty drinks and dessert along with after dinner coffee drinks.
Phlebotomy Supervisor
Medical Laboratory Services
Amelia, Ohio
01.1999 - 09.2010
- Reviewed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
- Supervised employees at multiple sites and reporting locations to maintain consistent practices across company.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy, blood cultures and arterial blood gasses.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Complied with internal SOPs and external regulations to achieve CLIA compliance, accuracy and efficiency in testing and administration of nursing home lab orders.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy testing and procedures.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Education
Associates in Business Law - Court Reporting, Procedures And Business Law
Miami Jacobs
Cincinnati2010
Electrocardiography/ Medical Assisting - Cardiovascular Technology
Cincinnati State And Technical College
Cincinnati1995
Skills
- PPE Compliance
- Reagent preparation
- Lab maintenance
- Biomarker detection
- Excellent Communication
- Clerical Support
- Dependable and Responsible
- Epic Software Proficiency
Timeline
COVID-19 Tester/Toxicology Analyst
Ethos Laboratories
01.2019 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
Mercy Hospital Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2019
Server Manager
Mimi's Cafe/ Olive Garden/ Maggiano's
10.2010 - 01.2019
Phlebotomy Supervisor
Medical Laboratory Services
01.1999 - 09.2010
Associates in Business Law - Court Reporting, Procedures And Business Law
Miami Jacobs
Electrocardiography/ Medical Assisting - Cardiovascular Technology
Cincinnati State And Technical College
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