Amanda Griffin
Rockwood,TN
Summary
Methodical Medical Laboratory Technologist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology which play a crucial role in diagnosing and monitoring diseases. Excel in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring accuracy under pressure in fast-paced environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Pain Medicine of the South
Knoxville, Tennessee
02.2019 - Current
- Reviewed test results for accuracy and completeness prior to releasing them to clinicians.
- Operated point-of-care testing equipment in a fast-paced environment, ensuring rapid response times.
- Designed and executed laboratory testing to record observations and interpret findings.
- Designed written procedures for testing.
- Dressed out in sterile field to assist with invasive procedures.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Roane Medical Center
Harriman, Tennessee
07.2002 - 02.2019
- Reviewed test results for accuracy and completeness prior to releasing them to clinicians .
- Operated point-of-care testing equipment in a fast-paced environment, ensuring rapid response times.
- Completed regular checks and documented use dates for controls, reagents and calibrators.
- Managed inventory supplies, reagents, and consumables, ensuring availability for all testing requirements.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during specimen collection and handling processes.
- Reviewed patient charts for history information pertinent to diagnosis before performing tests.
- Assisted with training new staff members on proper use of lab equipment and safety protocols.
- Operated, calibrated or maintained equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis.
- Ordered laboratory supplies to maintain inventory stock.
- Calibrated and performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Analyzed samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology or blood group.
- Kept patient information properly secured and confidential.
- Handled and disposed of chemicals, reagents and biological samples in compliance with applicable regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Medvance Institute
Cookeville, TN01-2008
Skills
- Clinical laboratory testing
- Result reporting
- Chemistry analysis
- Infection control measures
- Laboratory equipment maintenance
- Adaptable to change
- Training and mentoring
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Patient confidentiality
Accomplishments
- Employee of the year 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Pain Medicine of the South
02.2019 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Roane Medical Center
07.2002 - 02.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Medvance Institute