Ajene Allen
Pharmacy Technician
Hartford,CT
Summary
Seeking a full-time role that offers professional challenges and allows leveraging interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills allow for quick adaptation to new environments. Positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Recognized for proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with a focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Hands-on experience in the medical field and talent for navigating challenges bring a dynamic presence to any team.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Specimen Processor/Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Hartford Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
- Receive and process samples: Pick up and open specimen bags, record patient information, and ensure specimens are labeled correctly
- Prepare samples: Centrifuge blood samples and check for appropriate testing levels
- Processed high volumes of time-sensitive specimens without compromising accuracy or quality standards under tight deadlines.
- Skillfully identified critical values or abnormal results, notifying appropriate personnel for timely intervention and patient care.
- Developed strong relationships with internal departments, facilitating smooth communication channels for expedited issue resolution regarding specimens or testing requirements.
- Enhanced team knowledge and skills with regular training sessions on new processing techniques.
- Reduced processing errors, thoroughly reviewing and verifying specimen labels and requisition forms.
- Highest productivity month of October 2023 (6387 accessions ), January 2024 (4630 accessions) , February 2024 (4521 accessions), March 4th 2024 ( 481 daily accession ) , April 2024 ( 5944 accession ), May 2024 (5209 accessions) , June 2024 ( 4816 accessions)
COVID-19 Vaccination Site HealthCare Professional
Community Health Center Inc.
5 2021 - 7 2021
- Responsible for administering COVID-19 vaccine and may assist with other clinical roles as needed, such as registration, screening, and observation.
- Monitors patients after vaccination to ensure no life threatening reactions are occurring; administers appropriate medical intervention as directed by protocols or other Medical authorities.
- Assists clinical staff in administration of COVID vaccine to approved patients.
- Inspects medical inventory to ensure appropriate materials and equipment are available to include masks, antihistamine, adrenaline injections, and oxygen; checks expiration dates on medication and syringes and removes any that are out of date; fills oxygen tanks as needed.
- Location Pratt & Whitney Stadium East Hartford
- Temporary Position
Laboratory Technician
Eurofins Spectrum Analytical LLC
5 2018 - 8 2018
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
Public Health Student Intern
AHEC Youth Health Service Corporation
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Learned about the medical field and what benefits comes with being a part of the medical field
- Volunteer at multiple events, for example Habitat for humanity, True Colors, Homeless shelter
- Created a workshop with Kindergarteners on how to brush their teeth and the health effects
- Gained exposure to various aspects of the industry through active participation in company events, workshops, and training sessions during the internship period.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Designed client satisfaction surveys, preserving confidentiality of participants and program information.
- Wrote summaries, reports and other correspondence regarding community outreach efforts.
Summer Student Mentor/Assistant Teacher
Capital Region Education Council
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Monitored student academic progress, communicating with each student frequently and intervening to assist students experiencing difficulties.
- Implemented and coordinated school activities and events.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Provided extra support to students with special needs, facilitating their inclusion in mainstream education.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre Medicine
Hampton University
Hampton, VA 05.2017 - 2021.05
High School Diploma -
Classical Magnet School
Hartford, CT 05.2014 - 2017.06
Skills
Drug utilization review
Drug safety
Problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Patient confidentiality
Proper labeling
Analytical thinking
Medical knowledge and terminology
Time management
Teamwork and cooperation
Awards
- Hartford Promise Scholarship 2017
- Best History Senior History Day Project 2016
- Chloe Thorton Award Outstanding Choral Performance 2017
Assessments
Reliability, Proficient, 05/01/22, Caregiver fit, Proficient, 05/01/22, Customer service, Proficient, 06/01/22, Medical receptionist skills, Proficient, 06/01/22, Administrative assistant/receptionist, Proficient, 06/01/22, Typing, Proficient, 06/01/22, Medical terminology, Proficient, 05/01/22, Attention to detail, Proficient, 05/01/22, Basic computer skills, Proficient, 06/01/22, Analyzing data, Proficient, 06/01/22, Early childhood development, Proficient, 06/01/22
Timeline
Specimen Processor/Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Hartford Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
Summer Student Mentor/Assistant Teacher
Capital Region Education Council
07.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre Medicine
Hampton University
05.2017 - 2021.05
Public Health Student Intern
AHEC Youth Health Service Corporation
12.2015 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Classical Magnet School
05.2014 - 2017.06
COVID-19 Vaccination Site HealthCare Professional
Community Health Center Inc.
5 2021 - 7 2021
Laboratory Technician
Eurofins Spectrum Analytical LLC
5 2018 - 8 2018
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