Annie Edwards
Lancaster
Summary
Dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician with experience at Dallas County Hospital Dist-Parkland Hospital, skilled in quality control and assurance. Enhanced patient care through precise diagnostic testing and streamlined workflows, achieving a significant reduction in error rates. Strong collaborator committed to maintaining high standards and confidentiality in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician with extensive experience in quality control and assurance. Committed to enhancing patient care through meticulous testing and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician Parttime
Dallas County Hospital Dist-Parkland Hospital
5200 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas,Texas 75235
06.2014 - Current
- laboratory tests to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Processes specimens using appropriate protocols for various diagnostic procedures.
- Implements quality control measures to uphold testing standards and accuracy.
- Streamlines specimen tracking processes to enhance workflow efficiency within the lab.
- Ensures quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Participates in continuing education to stay current with laboratory practices and technology advancements.
- Performes routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- 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.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
- 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.
- Documents and report equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Utilizes various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Maintains high-quality standards by adhering to all laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
- Improves patient care by accurately performing and analyzing laboratory tests.
- Conducts complex laboratory tests to diagnose patient conditions accurately.
Education
No Degree - Medical Laboratory Technology Updated Training
Dallas College El Centro
Dallas, TX 75202Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Science
Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, TX 7523508-1991
Skills
Quality Testing
Quality Assurance
Quality Control
Quality control procedures
Quality testing
Certification
- MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician CMP
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician Parttime
Dallas County Hospital Dist-Parkland Hospital
06.2014 - Current
No Degree - Medical Laboratory Technology Updated Training
Dallas College El Centro
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Science
Southwestern Medical Center