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Overview
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Work History
Education
Certification
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Caryn Smith

Cedar Hill,TX
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Caryn Smith

Summary

Organized, detail-oriented, and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Skilled in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires and providing successful solutions to build and maintain professional relationships and drive business results through support.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Skills

  • Administrative and Office Support
  • Computer/Typing Proficiency
  • Microsoft Office
  • Document Control
  • Customer Relations
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • Stocking and Replenishing
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Specimen Processing
  • Patient Records Documentation
  • Laboratory Information Systems
  • Molecular Diagnostics (Oncology/Genetics)
  • Proficiency Testing, Quality Control/Assurance

Work History

(RealTime Labs, Med Fusion, Vantage Labs, Propath)

Molecular Technologist
2012.07 - 2023.02 (10 years & 7 months)

Job overview

  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
  • Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
  • Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare solutions and reagents for testing needs.
  • Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
  • Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
  • Specialized in conducting molecular oncology and genetics tests with accuracy and precision.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
  • Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
  • Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
  • Assisted with research by conducting required experiments and discussing results with research Manager.

(Cracker Barrel, Romano’s Macaroni Grill, Tin Cup)

Restaurant Hostess
2007.09 - 2009.05 (1 year & 8 months)

Job overview

  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
  • Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
  • Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
  • Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
  • Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out to-go customers.

UTA Nursing Continuing Education

Student Office Assistant
2007.01 - 2007.05 (4 months)

Job overview

  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
  • Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Helped organize continuing education events and meetings to maximize capacity and keep event venues running smoothly.

Education

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center , Lubbock, TX

Master of Science from Molecular Pathology
05.2012

Texas Tech University , Lubbock, TX

Bachelor of Science from Biology
05.2011

Certification

Molecular Biology (MB) from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) - certified since 2012

Caryn Smith