Christy Meaux, MLS (ASCP)cm
Picayune,MS
Summary
Dedicated medical and clinical laboratory technologist with expertise in complex diagnostic testing and efficient laboratory operations management. Recognized for strong analytical skills and troubleshooting capabilities that uphold stringent quality control standards. Demonstrated success in collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes through precise and prompt diagnostic services. Committed to embracing new technologies and methodologies to drive productivity in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Hematology Technologist
E
Lake Jackson, TX
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Supervised the hematology department and conducted tests in chemistry, hematology, blood banking, immunoassay, and waived testing.
- Responsible for quality control, maintenance logs, and all laboratory documentation.
- Reorganized lab processes to implement computerized barcode labeling for all samples, and their usage on analyzers.
- Installed an inventory control program to ensure the lab remained operational at all times.
- Oversaw staff training, orientation, competency assessments, and scheduling.
- Organized and wrote policy and procedure manuals.
Medical Technologist
Seton Medical Center Williamson
Round Rock, TX
12.2019 - 03.2022
- Shift responsibilities included chemistry, hematology, microbiology, outreach, intake, and send-outs.
- Performed and monitored various laboratory functions supporting the department in patient care, including specimen collection, receiving, ordering, processing, and distribution.
- Evaluated the workload list, specimen referral, pending assays, and outstanding testing.
- Resolve testing irregularities, and assist co-workers with problem resolution.
- Experience working in a controlled environment, following safety measures to minimize exposure to chemicals, blood, body fluids, and potentially pathogenic organisms.
Medical Technologist
St. David's Austin Medical Center
Austin, TX
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Worked in the microbiology department, performing an extensive workload for a seven-hospital system.
- Utilized molecular diagnostic techniques for the detection and characterization of pathogens.
- Performed routine culture setups, batch receiving, and specimen processing.
- Extensive testing utilizing multiple PCR platforms.
- Rapid antigen testing, gram stains, blood cultures, virology testing, quality control for new lots/shipments, and other miscellaneous assays.
- Interacting with nurses and physicians to assist with technical questions and results.
Medical Technologist
St. Tammany Parish Hospital
Covington, LA
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Process incoming samples, ensuring correct labeling, computer login, centrifugation, aliquoting, and storage of specimens.
- Managed specimen collection, processing, and storage, ensuring integrity and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Contributed to laboratory information system (LIS) management, ensuring accurate data entry and report generation.
- Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using variety of techniques, instrumentation and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- Conducted multiple tests at once using automated equipment and computerized instruments.
Medical Technologist
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Centre
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2007 - 01.2018
- Performed and monitored various laboratory functions supporting the microbiology department in patient care, including specimen receiving, ordering, processing, and distribution.
- Experience in working in a controlled environment, following safety measures to minimize exposure.
- Communicated with physicians to discuss lab test findings, procedures and other relevant information.
- Cultivated, isolated or assisted in identifying microbial organisms or performing various tests on microorganisms.
- Managed specimen collection, processing, and storage, ensuring integrity and compliance with laboratory standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
OLOL University
Baton Rouge, LA12-2007
Skills
- Laboratory testing
- Quality control
- Data analysis
- Specimen management
- Inventory control
- Training staff
Certification
- American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) - Medical Laboratory Scientist
Timeline
Lead Hematology Technologist
E
03.2022 - 06.2024
Medical Technologist
Seton Medical Center Williamson
12.2019 - 03.2022
Medical Technologist
St. David's Austin Medical Center
01.2019 - 12.2019
Medical Technologist
St. Tammany Parish Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2019
Medical Technologist
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Centre
12.2007 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
OLOL University