Ashley Dorsey
Charleston
Summary
Conscientious and meticulous Medical Laboratory Technician that is well-versed in conducting standardized tests on a variety of samples in a laboratory environment. Well-coordinated in handling high-volumes of work with minimal supervision and helping clinical staff successfully diagnose concerns. Familiar with OSHA and FDA guidelines. Quality-driven team player with an accuracy-focused and efficient approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
MLT 2
CAMC Memorial Hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Utilize written procedures and documentation for the testing of specimens through both automation and manual testing while using the proper documentation to accurately enter the correct patient results
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and participate in training to receive education of changes within those policies
- Recognize, evaluate, and resolve routine factors that affect procedures and results
- Perform and document routine instrument and equipment maintenance and reagent preparation while also identifying and resolving issues with the proper documentation
- Evaluate and work to resolve any issues with the reporting of results within an LIS system and verbally through the proper channels
- Participate in any staff development and continuing education programs that could help, not only myself as a Medical Laboratory Technician, but allow the opportunity to better assist my coworkers
- Perform duties to effectively aid in and execute the proper patient care in urgent situations (i.e. a Massive Transfusion Protocol) through issuing blood products and monitoring the inventory status of refrigerators containing blood products within different units of the hospital
- Investigate ABO discrepancies through various methods, researching previous transfusion history, and contacting a pathologist, if necessary, in order to provide the patient with the best care available
- Ensure the identification of a patient by identifying the patient's information through multiple forms of identifying criteria upon receipt of a specimen. Also, verifying that the patient was reidentified properly in the same manner by the health care professional that performed the reidentification in order to confirm that no further investigation is necessary
- Effectively participate in projects and initiatives that can assist the department to prepare for CAP, FDA, and DNV inspections
- Perform multiple levels of testing required by CLIA
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment to ensure an ideal testing environment and prevent the spread the spread of infectious disease
- Adhere to the laboratory's policies and procedures while ensuring that all proficiency testing has been performed, tested, and documented
Medical Laboratory Specialist, E-4
U.S. Army
08.2015 - 12.2021
- Completed Basic Combat Training at Ft. Jackson, SC and Advanced Individual Training at Ft. Sam Houston, TX and Ft. Sill, OK to become a 68K (Medical Laboratory Specialist)
- Received academic credits from George Washington University and a Medical Laboratory Technician certification from ASCP
- Assisted the Armed Services Blood Program from May 2018 to May 2019 and March 2020 to March 2021 at Kendrick Memorial Blood Center located at Ft. Gordon, GA in successfully conducting missions to collect, process, and ship units of blood and blood products to aid service members, veterans, and family members
- Assisted in maintaining and updating SOPs to help the blood center continue to function within the guidelines set by CAP and the FDA
- Oversaw publications necessary for the operation of Kendrick Memorial Blood Center
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Awarded three Army Achievement Medals during my time in service with the Army due to hard work and accomplishments.
Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP)
Patient First
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Operated the laboratory as the sole technician on shift to collect and process samples in order to report results in a timely manner
- Performed specimen collection and handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results
- Upheld the confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and in good working order for optimal functionality and longevity
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries
- Performed patient triage in order to assist fellow medical staff
Direct Support Professional
REM Iowa
12.2014 - 08.2015
- Assisted clients with intellectual disabilities and brain injuries by preparing meals, administering medications, and maintaining their personal hygiene as well as the cleanliness of the home
- Educated clients in new skills, both basic and complex, to help increase their independence throughout their day to day life
- Enhanced successful client outcomes by helping each one participate in recreational activities alone or in groups
Shift Manager
Hardee's
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase efficiency and profitability while tightly controlling costs such as labor and preventing waste
- Developed innovative and targeted materials to support overall branding objectives as the marketing coordinator for my area
- Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory movements
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team
Education
Health Science Lab Technology
The George Washington University
Washington, DCSkills
- Maintain aseptic procedures
- Regulatory compliance
- Medical Triage
- Make decisions based on technical knowledge and training with regard to result quality and validity
- Phlebotomy
- Perform allogeneic whole blood collection procedures
- Perform proficiency testing
- Troubleshoot instruments, processes and procedures
- Process a variety of specimen types
- Assist in the evaluation of new instruments or procedures
- Conduct blood donor screenings to determine overall blood donor suitability
- Conduct compatibility testing of blood products with recipients
Timeline
MLT 2
CAMC Memorial Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP)
Patient First
08.2017 - 05.2018
Medical Laboratory Specialist, E-4
U.S. Army
08.2015 - 12.2021
Direct Support Professional
REM Iowa
12.2014 - 08.2015
Shift Manager
Hardee's
10.2012 - 12.2014
Health Science Lab Technology
The George Washington University
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