Caroline Wanjiru
Columbia,MO
Summary
Driven, hardworking Medical Laboratory Scientist awaiting ASCP certification and two years experience. Reliable and focuses on quality completion of all lab procedures under tight deadlines. Works well under pressure.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
University Of Missouri Healthcare
Columbia , MO
10.2021 - Current
- Executes and analyzes tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, and urinalysis, and to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating disease.
- Experience in Chemistry and Hematology working with the other colleagues during the week and as the sole person on the person in the departments working evening shift. Works well under pressure and time constraints within high-demand environment.
- Volunteered to be responsible of one of the instrument's, Cepheid GeneXpress. Responsibilities include training fellow employees, troubleshooting and maintenance of instrument.
- Ensures test-result validity before recording/reporting results, paying meticulous attention to detail.
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff.
- Maintaining compliance with HIPAA.
- Evaluates quality control using standard laboratory test and measurement controls and maintains compliance with CLIA, OSHA, safety and risk-management guidelines.
Lab Support/Phleblotomy
Capital Region Medical Center
Jefferson City, MO
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Performed a variety of routine and difficult blood collection procedures with a high degree of proficiency.
- Obtained specimens from patients in all areas including intensive care, Emergency Department as well as OB unit. .
- Received and prepared specimens for further testing with accuracy and in a timely manner.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Moberly Area Community College
Moberly, MO05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Minor in Chemistry
Lincoln University
Jefferson City, MO05.2020
Skills
- Chemistry background and knowledge
- Hematology background and knowledge
- Experience training new staff on proper testing and equipment operation
- Phlebotomy experience
- Customer service experience
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Results-oriented
- Effective multi-tasker
- Sharp critical thinker
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
University Of Missouri Healthcare
10.2021 - Current
Lab Support/Phleblotomy
Capital Region Medical Center
02.2020 - 09.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Moberly Area Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Minor in Chemistry
Lincoln University