AUSTIN Sayers
Summary
Structured Laboratory Technician offering background in collecting, processing and analyzing various specimens. Familiar with basic medical terminology, laboratory protocols and testing procedures. Expertise in urinalysis and blood typing. Recognized for performing laboratory tests and procedures with attention to detail, optimum quality and expedience. Detail-oriented Laboratory Technician with experience at high-volume output labs. Skilled handling live-patient samples and maintaining laboratory equipment. Strong communication skills and talented working positively with scientific teams. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant, Microbiology and Cytology
PathGroup
Nashville, TN
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by providing prompt, accurate test results for physicians, enabling them to make informed decisions regarding treatment options.
- Assisted in the development of new testing methods for improved diagnostic capabilities and faster turnaround times.
- Maintained detailed records of all tests performed, ensuring accuracy in reporting test results to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective collaboration with colleagues and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by maintaining a clean and organized laboratory space, following safety protocols, and proper handling of hazardous materials.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adams Place Healthcare
Murfreesboro, TN
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cascade High School
Wartrace, TN01.2018
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sample Preparation
- Specimen Collection
- Data Recording
- Reagent Preparation
- DNA Extraction
- Biohazard handling
- Solution preparation
- Sample Collection
- Hazardous waste disposal
- Gram Staining
- ELISA assays
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant, Microbiology and Cytology
PathGroup
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Adams Place Healthcare
03.2019 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Cascade High School