Carla Cendroski
Nixa,MO
Summary
Compassionate Laboratory Support Technician trained to handle to work in high work flow volumes and fast paced environment. Reliable and hardworking with great interpersonal and team collaboration skills. As well as always willing to learn and improve in ways that’s helps the team as a whole.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Support Technician
Mercy Hospital Springfield
Springfield , MO
02.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with laboratory team to develop and validate new testing procedures, improving efficiency and accuracy.
- Calibrated instruments on a regular basis according to manufacturer specifications.
- Provided technical support to research personnel regarding laboratory operations or safety issues.
- Performed quality control checks on laboratory equipment and chemicals to maintain laboratory standards.
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Prepared specimens for in-house testing and for transport to off-site to reference laboratories.
- Utilized personal protective equipment while handling biohazardous material safely and securely at all times.
- Process specimens from outpatient clinics, other hospitals and out patient blood draws
- Process specimens of all kinds blood, other body fluids such as CSF, Synovial, Pleural etc. Including specimens from surgery before taking to pathology
- Assist phlebotomy with morning running when needed
- Perform Urinalysis on the Iris, Clinitek and manual
- Answer phones
- Prepare specimens for reference labs and ship them accordingly
Triage and Emergency Department Phlebotomist
Baptist Health
Little Rock, Arkansas
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Handled special collection procedures, including therapeutic phlebotomy and drug testing.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
Lab Assistant
Fulton County Hospital
Salem, AR
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Recorded data from experiments into a computer database system.
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
- Assisted in the troubleshooting and repair of laboratory equipment, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operation.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and notified supervisor of low stock levels.
- Utilized Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for tracking, documenting, and reporting laboratory activities.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory equipment or processes.
- Performed routine checks on sensitive lab equipment to achieve consistent and high-performing functionality.
- Managed lab work smoothly and with reliable accuracy to meet regulatory and operational demands.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, contributing to successful laboratory audits.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
- Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.
- Implemented and adhered to laboratory safety protocols, including the proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Prepared samples and reagents for testing according to established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Phlebotomist
Ozark Health Center
West Plains, Missouri
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Emergency Department Tech and Phlebotomist
Texas County Memorial Hospital
Houston, MO
02.2015 - 07.2020
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Room patients
- Take patients vitals
- Assist patients with ADLs as needed
- CPR, EKG and bagging during CODES
- EMT school through this facility
- Draw blood specimens via straight stick, capillary, PKU collection, nasopharyngeal swabbing, throat swabs (all individual to patients complaint in triage)
- Turn rooms over
- Answer phones
- Call other facilities for physician to physician transfers
- Call for helicopters
- Take and give radio report
- Make and place OCLs, braces and die patients for crutches as needed
- Any other duties as directed by the RN or MD
Education
Medical Laboratory Science
North Arkansas College
Harrison, Arkansas Skills
- PCR techniques
- Quality control procedures
- Sample preparation
- Laboratory instrumentation
- Microscopy techniques
- Excellent phone and people skills
- Keep focus during busy and high patient volume times
References
- Wendy Britton MLT lll Lead Hematology Tech Phone: (417) 224-5399 Email: wendy.britton@mercy.net
- Amanda Roberts LST lll Phone: (417) 773-8089 Email mandy.roberts@mercy.net
- Kerrick Snider MLT ll Processing Lead Phone: (304) 859-9299 Email: kerricksnider@gmail.com
Timeline
Laboratory Support Technician
Mercy Hospital Springfield
02.2023 - Current
Triage and Emergency Department Phlebotomist
Baptist Health
06.2022 - 12.2022
Lab Assistant
Fulton County Hospital
08.2021 - 07.2022
Phlebotomist
Ozark Health Center
08.2020 - 07.2021
Emergency Department Tech and Phlebotomist
Texas County Memorial Hospital
02.2015 - 07.2020
Medical Laboratory Science
North Arkansas College