Chiara Ferrell
Hopewell,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented environmental leader and lab assistant with expertise in management, laboratory techniques, compliance documentation, and specimen tracking. Committed to ensuring quality control and safety in all processes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Assistant
Tri-Cities Hospital
Hopewell, VA
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support patient care initiatives.
- Documented test results meticulously, promoting data accuracy and reliability.
- Implemented best practices for compliance with safety regulations and standards in the lab.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Tri-Cities Hospital
Hopewell, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in patient rooms and common areas.
- Operated cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers and vacuums, efficiently.
- Disposed of hazardous waste following safety protocols and regulations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to prioritize cleaning tasks based on patient needs.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by maintaining clean, orderly, and welcoming environments throughout the facility.
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate good customer service techniques.
- Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
- Collaborated with department supervisors to identify areas for improvement in housekeeping processes and implement changes as needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Beta Tech West
Richmond, Va05-2032
No Degree - Phelebotomy
North West Phlebotomy School
Richmond, Va10-2024
Skills
- Laboratory techniques
- Sharp critical thinker
- Lab safety protocols
- Safe specimen handling
- Chemical handling
- Data logging
- HIPAA compliance
- Sterilization procedures
- Documentation compliance
- Quality control procedures
- Specimen tracking
Certification
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Tri-Cities Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Tri-Cities Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Beta Tech West
No Degree - Phelebotomy
North West Phlebotomy School