Angela Wolf
Ferndale,MI
Summary
Accomplished Medical Technologist from DETROIT MEDICAL CENTER, University Laboratories, adept in microbial identification and mentoring. Excelled in enhancing patient care through high-quality microbiological testing and leading new staff in best practices. Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and excellence in laboratory safety and quality control, significantly contributing to team leadership and operational efficiency.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist, Microbiology
DETROIT MEDICAL CENTER, University Laboratories
01.1990 - Current
- Mentored new staff members on best practices in the microbiology lab, ensuring consistent adherence to safety protocols and procedure guidelines.
- Participated in continuous education activities to stay up-to-date on advances in medical technology and microbiology techniques.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance levels were maintained consistently throughout daily operations.
- Supported clinical decision-making by providing accurate and timely identification of pathogens in patient specimens.
- Managed daily workload efficiently while adhering to established turnaround times for critical test results affecting patient care decisions.
- Upheld high standards for quality control by routinely participating in internal and external proficiency testing programs.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting various microbiological tests, including cultures, gram stains, and antigen detection assays.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Contributed to the development of laboratory policies and procedures by participating in regular departmental meetings and offering feedback on best practices.
- Provided technical support to healthcare providers as needed regarding specimen collection methods or result interpretation questions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Michigan Technological University
Houghton, MI05.1989
Skills
- Microbial Identification
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Infection control measures
- Documentation accuracy
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing
- Quality Control Procedures
- Pathogen detection
- Automated instrument operation
- Gram Staining Expertise
- Aseptic Technique Proficiency
- PCR Analysis
- Clinical microbiology knowledge
- Laboratory techniques
- Policy compliance
- Microbiology expertise
- Critical Thinking
- Team Leadership
- Microscopic techniques
- Decision-Making
- Detail Oriented
- Flexible Schedule
- High Complexity Testing
- DNA Extraction
Certification
- MT (ASCP)
Additional Information
Was a designated teacher of the Medical Technology students, and trainer of new employees in the Microbiology laboratory for many years.
Performed Technologist in Charge duties on weekends on Day shift for many years, which involves all paperwork being recorded correctly, and helping all staff with any issues that come up.
Several years of experience being Technologist in Charge on second shift. This involves being available to all second shift staff in situations where leadership is needed.
Always available to work where and when needed, including overtime on different shifts and on my days off.
Able to work alone and make sure everything is done quickly and correctly to ensure the best quality of patient care.
Timeline
Medical Technologist, Microbiology
DETROIT MEDICAL CENTER, University Laboratories
01.1990 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Michigan Technological University
- MT (ASCP)
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