Amy Blair
Rockville Centre,NY
Summary
A detail-oriented, reliable, graduate of Nassau Community College’s Medical Laboratory Technician Program. Practical experience includes hematology, chemistry, blood bank, urinalysis, serology, histology, and microbiology. Successfully acquired ASCP MLT licensure in December of 2023.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Lab Technician Intern
Mount Sinai South Nassau
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Clinical rotations included hematology, blood bank, chemistry, coagulation, histology, urinalysis, serology, microbiology, and accessioning.
- Gained first-hand clinical knowledge and experience.
- Upheld patient confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive medical information during the testing process.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, ultimately reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority cases and/or issues, thus improving patient care.
- Maintained a safe and efficient work environment through proper handling, storage, disposal of hazardous materials.
- Increased laboratory efficiency by regularly calibrating equipment and maintaining supplies inventory to prevent delays in testing processes.
- Exhibited strong attention to detail while preparing samples and performing analyses.
- Developed proficiency in various lab techniques such as microscopy, centrifugation, staining, and pipetting for diverse medical tests.
- Built rapport with colleagues through effective communication skills, fostering a positive team atmosphere conducive to learning and collaboration.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance checks to ensure optimal performance and longevity of use.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare reagents, media, and solutions to use for laboratory testing needs.
Medical Lab Technician Intern
Sunrise Medical Laboratory
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Clinical rotations included parasitology, mycology, urinalysis, and diagnostic/molecular microbiology.
- Performed routine maintenance on medical equipment, ensuring reliability and accuracy of test results.
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Utilized advanced analytical techniques to detect abnormalities in samples, leading to earlier interventions for patients at risk for complications or disease progression.
- Prepared solutions, stains and reagents in accordance with standards.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting a wide range of diagnostic tests while reporting/providing accurate results.
Teacher's Assistant
Professor Kevin Costa
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collaborated with Professor for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment (medical-grade gloves, pencils/paper, swabs, agar plates, displaying of human bones).
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Paralegal
Sanders Phillips Grossman, LLC
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Assisted attorney in product liability cases such as Paragard, Mirena, Bair hugger, and Injectafer.
- Assisted attorneys with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
- Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Boosted office productivity by maintaining an accurate calendar of appointments, deadlines, and court dates.
- Maintained, updated, and organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
- Performed skip traces.
Operations Specialist
Supreme Judicial Services, Inc.
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Facilitated and coordinated nationwide service of processing between plaintiff and defendants from start to finish.
- Produced affidavits, and prepared physical and electronic filings of legal documents for District/ Civil/Supreme Courts.
- Provided training for new hires, fostering a supportive learning environment conducive to success in their roles.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Advised attorneys on the requirements that qualify as good service.
- Boosted customer satisfaction, addressing client concerns in a timely and professional manner.
Key Holder/Manager
Abercrombie Kids
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Effectively led staff to achieve corporate goals.
- Enhanced store sales by effectively managing staff and implementing targeted promotional campaigns.
- Boosted overall team performance with regular coaching sessions, addressing individual strengths and areas for improvement.
- Maintained a visually appealing store environment, guaranteeing a positive shopping experience for customers.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering a high level of satisfaction and loyalty among patrons.
- Organized staff meetings regularly to discuss goals, progress updates, challenges faced during work hours.
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
- Managed customer needs and delegated tasks to employees for optimal coverage.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
Key Holder/Sales Associate
Matty’s Toy Stop
10.2015 - 10.2018
- Opened and closed storefronts.
- Responsible for assuring customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer experience by providing exceptional service and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Increased store sales by creating visually appealing merchandise displays and product placements.
- Assisted in training new employees, fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Managed daily cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy in transactions and preventing losses due to discrepancies.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply, and maintain consistent inventory.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
Mathematics Tutor
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Promoted critical thinking skills through consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Provided constructive feedback on homework assignments, helping students identify areas for improvement and develop stronger study habits.
- Developed positive relationships with students and parents.
- Provided regular updates to parents on student progress, working together as a team to support the child's growth and development in mathematics.
- Assisted struggling students in building a strong foundation in basic math skills to improve overall performance in advanced courses.
- Increased students' test scores through focused exam preparation and review of key concepts.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY08.2023
Skills
- Ability to act effectively under pressure
- Compliance with Laboratory Safety Protocol and HIPAA regulations
- Familiar with machines such as Alinity, Architect, Accelerator, Sysmex, Cobas 6800, Vitek, MALDI-TOF, Genex, Link/Sunquest and more
- Performs procedures accurately and according to policy within established time for routine and STAT testing
- Operates, calibrates, and performs maintenance on laboratory machinery
- Knowledge of manual and automated laboratory equipment/methods
- Confidence in analyzing patient results and notifying nurses and doctors of critical findings
- Proficient in pipetting
- Data entry accuracy
- Sterilization techniques
- Can operate microscopes with ease
Timeline
Medical Lab Technician Intern
Sunrise Medical Laboratory
07.2023 - 08.2023
Medical Lab Technician Intern
Mount Sinai South Nassau
01.2023 - 08.2023
Teacher's Assistant
Professor Kevin Costa
01.2023 - 02.2023
Paralegal
Sanders Phillips Grossman, LLC
02.2020 - 11.2020
Operations Specialist
Supreme Judicial Services, Inc.
04.2019 - 02.2020
Key Holder/Manager
Abercrombie Kids
10.2018 - 02.2019
Mathematics Tutor
09.2016 - 06.2018
Key Holder/Sales Associate
Matty’s Toy Stop
10.2015 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
Nassau Community College
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