BRITTANY COMPTON
Pendleton,KY
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Technologist with over nine years of experience in performing complex laboratory tests and procedures to diagnose and treat diseases. Expertise in analyzing blood, tissue, and body fluids, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely results to support critical patient care decisions. Proven track record in maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, developing and validating new testing protocols, and training and supervising laboratory personnel. Strong commitment to adhering to safety protocols and enhancing quality control measures to ensure the highest standards of laboratory practice. A collaborative team player who actively engages with healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes and participates in research initiatives to advance laboratory techniques.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
UofL Health Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
2023.06 - Current
- Performed a wide range of technical procedures analyzing blood and various body fluids to expedite physician diagnosis and treatment of patients
- Observed routine patient tests performance, including patient identification, preparation, specimen collection, handling, processing, and testing
- Monitored the recording and reporting of test results, including critical results
- Reviewed intermediate test results, quality control procedures records, proficiency testing results, and preventive maintenance records
- Observed performance of instrument maintenance and function checks
- Assessed test performance through testing previously analyzed specimens and proficiency testing samples
- Evaluated problem-solving skills
- Performed quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of test results, achieving a 98% accuracy rate in test results
- Analyzed patient samples according to approved standards
- Maintained laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and consistent results
- Provided teaching and education to laboratory personnel
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills appropriate to patient care age
- Followed safety standards dictated by the laboratory, hospital, and regulatory agencies
- Contributed to the efficient operation of the laboratory
- Participated in continuing education programs.
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
2023.02 - 2023.05
- Implemented complex laboratory tests to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients
- Collected and analyzed samples, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of results at St
- Elizabeth's Medical Center in Brighton-Boston, MA
- Utilized Laboratory Information System (LIS) systems such as Meditech and DI 90 for middleware
- Operated Chemistry Analyzers, including Roche Cobas Pro: c502, e801, ABL90 for arterial and venous blood gases, Osmometer 3320, and Liaison-Diasorin
- Conducted Hematology Analyzers such as Sysmex XN 3000, Cellavision, and Minised
- Managed Coagulation Analyzers with expertise in Siemens CS-2500
- Performed Urinalysis using Clinitek Novus, Clinitek Advantus, and Sysmex UF-5000
- Conducted Microbiology tests including Gram stains, Sofia PCR, Verigene, Bact/Alert Virtuo, and Cepheid GeneXpert
- Processed and performed routine and specialized laboratory testing on blood, urine, tissue, and other body fluid secretions
- Functioned proficiently as a technologist in Clinical Chemistry, Clinical Hematology, Clinical Microbiology, and Blood Banking or Serology
- Collaborated as a team to monitor and maintain instrumentation, ensure quality control, and pursue continuous quality improvement in all laboratory functions
- Interfaced with staff and healthcare providers to meet customer expectations for laboratory service
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment following safety protocols
- Communicated effectively with healthcare professionals to provide timely and accurate test results
- Adhered to quality control and assurance standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
2022.02 - 2023.02
- Implemented Laboratory Information System (LIS) tasks using Cerner and DI-90 middleware
- Utilized Chemistry instruments such as Beckman Coulter Automation Line System, Architect Plus-Abbot, Beckman Coulter Unicel DXI 800, DXC 800, NOVA 8, Agilent Tech for ionized calcium, and Shimadzu for serum toxicity
- Conducted Hematology tests with Beckman Coulter DXH, Cellavision, Iris iQ Elite, iSed Alcor, and PFA-100
- Operated Coagulation analyzer Siemens CS-2500
- Conducted direct observations of routine patient test performance and specimen collection.
- Monitored and reported test results, including critical results
- Reviewed test results, quality control procedures records, and maintenance records
- Observed instrument maintenance and function checks
- Assessed test performance through various testing methods
- Implemented quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of test results
- Analyzed patient samples according to approved standards
- Maintained laboratory equipment for accurate test results
- Provided teaching and education to laboratory personnel
- Demonstrated appropriate patient care for patients of all ages
- Followed safety standards set by regulatory agencies
- Contributed to the efficient operation of the laboratory
- Participated in continuing education programs for professional development.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist III
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
2020.01 - 2022.01
- Managed high volume critical care access center at a Level 1 Trauma Center with over 400+ beds
- Utilized Laboratory Information System (LIS) systems such as Cerner, DI 90, and Sysmex WAM for middleware
- Operated chemistry analyzers, including Roche 8100, Cobas series, Architect Plus, and Siemens RapidPoint 500
- Performed hematology tests using Sysmex XN9100, Glocyte Automated, and manual bone marrow workups
- Conducted coagulation tests with ACL Top series
- Analyzed urinalysis samples with Clinitek Novus and UF-5000
- Provided PRN support at asister hospital in Windsor, VT
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing laboratory tests accurately and efficiently
- Identified and resolved problems in testing processes, ensuring accurate results
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies according to established procedures
- Trained new staff and students in laboratory procedures
- Participated in continuing education programs
- Assisted with phlebotomies, specimen processing, and non-patient registration when needed
- Adhered to hospital safety requirements
- Performed additional duties as required.
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
2019.10 - 2019.12
- Implemented distributed functions, including Beckman Coulter Unicel DXI 800, DXC 800, Sysmex XT 3000, Siemens Sysmex CA-1500 and CA-560, Clintek Advantus, and Iris IQ 200
- Comprehended and synthesized clinical information for accurate Lab Tests and procedures
- Utilized reasoning and decision-making skills to ensure precise Clinical Laboratory Procedures and practices
- Operated laboratory equipment proficiently and adjusted instruments for optimal performance
- Utilized electronic keyboard for data recording and transmission of Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Collaborated effectively with peers and other professionals in a team setting
- Exhibited excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, considering cultural backgrounds and age differences
- Maintained strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Delivered exceptional Customer Service to patients and colleagues
- Responded promptly and effectively to customer needs, considering diverse backgrounds and age groups
- Communicated clearly and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal Patient Care
- Differentiated colors accurately for precise laboratory testing.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital
2019.07 - 2019.10
- Performed laboratory analysis using Laboratory Information System (LIS): Meditech, Chemistry: Siemens Dimension EXL 200 and ABL90, Hematology: Sysmex XT-4000, ESR AutoPlus, and Coagulation: Siemens CA 660
- Conducted Urinalysis using Clinitek Status with manual microscopic, Blood Bank duties including ABORh, antibody screening, crossmatching, plateletpheresis, plasmapheresis, antibody identification, and Microbiology tasks such as brightfield microscopy, smear preparation, culture media preparation, gram staining, PCR testing, and kit testing
- Provided professional clinical laboratory services, including proficiency testing, quality control, instrument maintenance, specimen collection and management
- Assisted in the daily operation of the laboratory, performing routine and STAT testing
- Conducted standardized and semi-routine biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, immunohematological, microbiological, and serological tests
- Performed phlebotomy and other Laboratory Assistant duties while demonstrating knowledge and sensitivity with patients of all ages
- Examined human or animal specimens for diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases, including pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases and associated clerical duties.
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
2018.12 - 2019.07
- Performed LIS duties using Meditech and operated Chemistry equipment such as Siemens Dimension EXL 200 and ABL90
- Conducted Hematology tests using Sysmex XT-4000 and ESR AutoPlus and Coagulation tests using Siemens CA 660
- Utilized Clinitek Status for Urinalysis with manual microscopic examination
- Managed Blood Bank operations including ABORh, antibody screening, crossmatching, plateletpheresis, plasmapheresis, antibody identification, and various testing methods
- Handled Microbiology tasks such as brightfield microscopy, smear preparation, culture media preparation, gram staining, PCR testing, and kit testing
- Performed outpatient and inpatient phlebotomy procedures
- Provided professional clinical laboratory services, including analysis, proficiency testing, quality control, consultation, instrument maintenance, specimen management, and other related functions
- Assisted in daily laboratory operations and conducted routine and STAT testing in various areas
- Performed standardized and semi-routine tests in biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, and serological areas
- Conducted phlebotomy procedures and interacted with patients in a knowledgeable and sensitive manner
- Examined human or animal specimens for diagnosis, prevention, treatment, or assessment purposes, including pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases.
Medical Laboratory Technician
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
2017.07 - 2018.11
- Laboratory Information System (LIS): Meditech
- Chemistry: Biomerieux Vista 500, Osmometer 3320, Alere Triage MeterPro
- Hematology: Siemens Sysmex XN 2000, Verify Now
- Coagulation: Siemens CS-25000 and Sysmex 600
- Blood Bank to include: ABORh, antibody screening, crossmatching, plateletpheresis, plasmapheresis, antibody identification, tube and gel methods, emergency release, auto control, DATs, etc
- Microbiology to include: brightfield microscopy, smear preparation, culture media preparation, gram staining, PCR testing, kit testing, etc
- Outpatient and Inpatient Phlebotomy
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy and bleeding time testing.
Medical Laboratory Technician
TJ Samson Hospital
2015.07 - 2017.07
- LIS: Cerner
- Chemistry: Vitros 350, Vitros ECiQ, and Vitros 4600
- Hematology: Sysmex XN-3000
- Coagulation: Mini Vidas, Verify Now, TLiQ Adeza, and Siemens CA-560
- Urinalysis: Iris Aution Max AX-4280, Iris iQ200 Elite, Triage Meter Pro
- Microbiology to include: brightfield microscopy, smear preparation, culture media preparation, gram staining, and blood cultures
- Outpatient and Inpatient phlebotomy
- Competently performs hematology procedures according to departmental policies and procedures
- Competently performs coagulation procedures according to departmental policies and procedures
- Competently performs urinalysis procedures according to departmental policies and procedures
- Competently performs chemistry procedures according to departmental policies and procedures
- Competently performs serology procedures according to departmental policies and procedures
- Adheres rigidly to Blood Bank policies regarding the correct ID of patients, specimens, and blood components
- Demonstrates competence in all Blood Bank procedures and adheres to all established departmental policies
- Performs the accepted inoculation techniques when setting up microbiology cultures and tests
- Cultivates, classifies, and identifies microorganisms found in submitted specimens according to departmental standards
- Accurately performs IDs and sensitivity patterns on the automated microbiology instruments
- Consistently performs relevant laboratory tests with precision and accuracy within accepted quality control procedures limits and initiates corrective action when tolerance limits are exceeded
- Carefully handles laboratory equipment and reagents with caution to avoid waste, breakage, and spillage
- Regularly inspects equipment to verify that all instruments are in proper working order
- Consults with appropriate supervisory or senior personnel when difficulties arise in testing
- Strictly adheres to laboratory policies regarding accurate patient and specimen identification, and always compares the name and ID number on the specimen label with the name and ID number on the worksheet, load list, or requisition
- Strictly follows laboratory policies regarding initial specimen exam, acceptance, and/or rejection of specimens, and documentation of rejection
- Before releasing test results, carefully analyzes and interprets for abnormal results, making sure that different test results correlate with each other and with the diagnosis, and questions and reports inconsistent results to the supervisor in charge, the lab manager, or a pathologist
- Before releasing test results, checks, correlates, and rechecks performed test results on all computer screens and instrument printouts for agreement, accuracy, errors, and completeness
- Verifies all tests with critical value results, notifies clinical personnel responsible for patient care, and documents the notification
- Reviews all appropriate computer screens and computer reports for errors and takes appropriate action to correct discrepancies
- Demonstrates a commitment to understanding the lab's role in submitting correct and accurate claims (hospital bills) at all times and is conscientious about crediting a lab test that has been erroneously ordered or performed
- Competently and readily assists phlebotomists with venipunctures or working in the lab office when needed
- Properly uses the Problem Logs.
Education
Associate -
Meditech College
Lexington, KYBachelor's -
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KYSkills
- Chemistry
- Hematology
- Urinalysis
- Serology
- Blood Bank
- Coagulation
Certification
Medical Laboratory Technician Generalist Certification, 11/01/15
Personal Information
Title: Medical Laboratory Technician
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
UofL Health Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
2023.06 - Current
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
2023.02 - 2023.05
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
2022.02 - 2023.02
Clinical Laboratory Scientist III
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
2020.01 - 2022.01
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
2019.10 - 2019.12
Medical Laboratory Technician
Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital
2019.07 - 2019.10
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
2018.12 - 2019.07
Medical Laboratory Technician
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
2017.07 - 2018.11
Medical Laboratory Technician
TJ Samson Hospital
2015.07 - 2017.07
Associate -
Meditech College
Bachelor's -
Lindsey Wilson College
Medical Laboratory Technician Generalist Certification, 11/01/15
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