Amy Baer
Olean,New York
Summary
Scientific Medical Technologist with 30+ years of training and experience in laboratory environments that optimize patient safety with minimal medical or health care errors. Demonstrated to perform laboratory tests and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease. Consistently employs methodical approaches to analyze results, establish procedures and use computers and specialized instruments for accurate and precise testing. Detail-oriented Medical Technologist well-versed in performing tests such as chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, blood gasses and covid testing. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring years of related experience to challenging new role.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist
Stats Access
11.2021 - Current
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, coagulation and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Streamlined lab operations by implementing effective inventory management systems and reducing waste of supplies.
- Worked with instrumentation such as: Siemens Atellica, Centaur CP and XP, IL Top 500, Sysmex, Clinitek Atlas, Liat, Diasorin, Advia 1800
- Executed and analyzed tests in areas including hematology, urinalysis,microbiology and chemistry
- Conducted quality control checks, calibrations and technical troubleshooting on all company analyzers
Medical Technologist
CompHealth Medical Staffing
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care when interacting with patients during specimen collection processes.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Streamlined lab operations by implementing effective inventory management systems and reducing waste of supplies.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Cultivated, isolated and identified microorganisms in biological samples
- Maintained and troubleshot problems on the Keistra
- Processed positive blood cultures.
- processed and read gram stains.
- Recorded, reported and posted specimen results in company software
Medical Technologist
Associated Clinical Laboratories
05.1999 - 10.2020
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care when interacting with patients during specimen collection processes.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Streamlined lab operations by implementing effective inventory management systems and reducing waste of supplies.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Charles Cole Memorial Hospital
12.1987 - 05.2000
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
Education
Associate - Applied Science
Alfred State College, Upper College Drive
Alfred, NYBachelor of Science - Medical Technology
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05.2011
Certification
Certifying Organization: ASCP 1988, AMT 1992
Timeline
Medical Technologist
Stats Access
11.2021 - Current
Medical Technologist
CompHealth Medical Staffing
10.2020 - 11.2021
Medical Technologist
Associated Clinical Laboratories
05.1999 - 10.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician
Charles Cole Memorial Hospital
12.1987 - 05.2000
Associate - Applied Science
Alfred State College, Upper College Drive
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
SUNY Empire State College
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