AMY CORNETT
MBA,MLS (ASCP)
Nicholasville,Ky
Summary
Accomplished Laboratory Technical Specialist with 19 years of maintaining safe and reliable lab environments. Known for delivering flawless diagnostic reports on tests ranging from hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, blood-banking, and microbiology. Maintains strict adherence with prescribed safety protocols and regulatory guidelines for lab operations and subject privacy. Dedicated laboratory professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. 7 years of supervisory experience of 50+ employees (scheduling 24 hour coverage) and resource procurement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Technical Specialist-Microbiology
University Of Kentucky Medical Center
Lexington, KY
11.2016 - 06.2023
- Extensive knowledge of Microbiology practices and procedures
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting patient care.
- Inspected quality of products received, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Realigned personnel schedules to factor in changing conditions such as material and staffing shortages.
- Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform testing and analyze results.
- Evaluated team member work for quality, ethics and compliance.
- Collaborated with management to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
St. Joesph Healthcare
Lexington, KY
08.2005 - 11.2016
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Complied with waste disposal procedures for biological and hazardous waste.
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Analyzed processes and test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications.
- Trained and oriented new Medical Technologists to perform and interpret tests.
- Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
Medical Technologist
Good Samaritan Hospital
Lexington, KY
08.2004 - 08.2005
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
- Obtained and analyzed routine samples according to specific diagnostic criteria.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Operated laboratory equipment, and adhered to strict maintenance schedules to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations. .
- Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with OSHA, Universal Precautions and quality assurance policies.
- Trained and oriented new Medical Technologists to perform and interpret tests.
Education
Master Of Business Administration - Healthcare Administration
Midway University
Midway, KY 03.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY 08.2000 - 08.2004
Skills
Self-Motivated
Certification
Medical Laboratory Scientist-American Society for Clinical Pathology
Timeline
Master Of Business Administration - Healthcare Administration
Midway University
03.2020 - 05.2023
Laboratory Technical Specialist-Microbiology
University Of Kentucky Medical Center
11.2016 - 06.2023
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
St. Joesph Healthcare
08.2005 - 11.2016
Medical Laboratory Scientist-American Society for Clinical Pathology
03-2005
Medical Technologist
Good Samaritan Hospital
08.2004 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Eastern Kentucky University
08.2000 - 08.2004