Andrea Clever
Warren,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician skilled in phlebotomy techniques, quality control, and laboratory safety. Committed to enhancing patient care through accurate testing and effective collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Bon Secours Mercy Health
Warren, OH
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted laboratory tests with precision and adhered to safety protocols.
- Prepared and processed specimens for analysis using automated equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and patient information in laboratory information systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure timely delivery of lab results.
- Operated various laboratory instruments and performed routine maintenance to ensure functionality.
- Supported training initiatives for new staff members on laboratory procedures and safety guidelines.
- Participated in continuing education programs to enhance technical skills and knowledge base.
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and reducing turnaround times.
- Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing for various medical conditions.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns.
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory agencies through thorough documentation of laboratory processes and procedures.
- Increased overall lab productivity by optimizing work schedules, prioritizing tasks, and minimizing downtime.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues with laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by maintaining cleanliness standards and enforcing proper waste disposal procedures.
- Conducted routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Improved patient diagnosis with meticulous execution of hematological tests.
- Improved patient care by accurately performing and analyzing laboratory tests.
- Maintained high-quality standards by adhering to all laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Technology
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH05-1982
Skills
- Specimen collection
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Quality testing
- Quality control procedures
- Lab testing
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Equipment calibration
- Training and mentoring
- Test documentation
- Laboratory assay analysis
- Laboratory information systems
- Hematology analysis
- Microscopy proficiency
- Standard operating procedures
- Quality control management
- Result reporting
- Coagulation studies
- Body fluid analysis
- Urinalysis testing
- Instrument maintenance
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Good laboratory practices (GLP)
- HIPAA compliance
- Blood and urine analysis
- Phlebotomy
- Automated laboratory testing
- Microscopic analysis
- Quality control
Certification
- MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician. Certification from American Society of Clinical Pathologists.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Bon Secours Mercy Health
10.2025 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Technology
Youngstown State University