Dedicated professional with a versatile background in laboratory operations. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and reliability, contributing to improved efficiency and compliance across multiple departments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Specimen Management Coordinator
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Tacoma, WA
02.2024 - Current
Coordinated cross-departmental communications to enhance operational efficiency and patient care delivery.
Supported project management initiatives, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
Developed training materials for onboarding new staff, enhancing knowledge transfer and compliance.
Analyzed workflow processes, identifying areas for improvement to increase departmental productivity.
Delivered top-notch results consistently by aligning objectives with organizational goals, setting clear expectations, and measuring performance regularly.
Optimized workflows to drive increased efficiency across all departments by analyzing processes and recommending improvements.
Increased overall efficiency with meticulous organization, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
Kept high average of performance evaluations.
Laboratory Technical Assistant
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Tacoma, WA
08.2023 - 02.2024
Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance with safety protocols.
Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to support uninterrupted laboratory operations.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to streamline testing processes and improve turnaround times.
Trained new staff on laboratory procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
Maintained a safe and clean laboratory environment, adhering to safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
Conducted routine equipment maintenance to prevent downtime and ensure optimal functioning of instruments.
Specimen Processor
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Tacoma, WA
03.2016 - 08.2023
Processed biological specimens with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Maintained compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards in specimen handling.
Collaborated with laboratory staff to streamline workflow and improve turnaround times.
Trained new team members on best practices for specimen processing and data entry.
Developed standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency in specimen labeling and tracking.
Implemented process improvements that reduced errors and increased overall productivity levels.
Enhanced laboratory efficiency by accurately processing and labeling specimen samples.
Reduced errors in specimen data entry through meticulous attention to detail and thorough review processes.
Upheld rigorous standards of confidentiality when managing sensitive patient information and test data during daily tasks.
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aide Pharmacy
Midlothian, VA
07.2011 - 03.2016
Supervised daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
Trained and mentored new pharmacy technicians on best practices and workflows.
Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
Coordinated medication dispensing processes to enhance patient safety and accuracy.
Collaborated with pharmacists to address medication-related inquiries from patients and healthcare providers.
Helped maintain a clean and organized workspace for optimal efficiency during high-volume periods.
Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Weber State University
Ogden, UT
Skills
Employee training
Meeting facilitation
Customer relations
Innovation management
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Reliability
Team leadership
Effective communication
Employee supervision
Data entry
Certification
Certified Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health - 2024 to Present