Cynthia Miles
Southern Medical Pediatrics
Lexington,SC
47
Years of experience
Medical laboratory technician and lab manager with accuracy, communication, and process consistency developed across pediatric specimen processing and regulated lab operations. Maintains detailed records, supports quality control, and follows established procedures with CLIA compliance. Brings training support, supply management, and safe work practices from decades in fast-paced clinical settings.
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician and Lab Manager
25 Years- Processed pediatric blood specimens according to Southern Medical Pediatrics laboratory protocols.
- Operated laboratory analyzers and supported daily testing operations.
- Entered test results accurately into laboratory information system.
- Performed quality control checks on laboratory equipment and supplies to support result accuracy.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab areas, tools, and equipment.
- Maintained safe work conditions by following organizational safety guidelines and regulations.
- Used proper collection and processing procedures to prevent inadequate specimens and support blood product reliability.
- Reported suspected test performance issues directly to supervisor or clinical staff.
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and fully operational.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and accuracy before specimen analysis or testing.
- Documented all variables related to specimen processing.
- Interpreted data from multiple sources, including patient history, lab results, and imaging studies.
- Maintained compliance with applicable regulatory standards, including CLIA.
- Assisted with training new personnel in laboratory techniques and procedures.
- Developed improved methods to increase efficiency within laboratory setting.
- Maintained strict laboratory quality control and quality assurance practices, reducing error rates significantly.
- Operated point-of-care testing equipment in fast-paced environment to support rapid response times.
- Used automated equipment and instruments, including spectrophotometers and centrifuges, to analyze samples.
Medical Laboratory Technician and Lab Manager
7 Years 3 Months- Collected and processed specimens in clinical laboratory settings.
- Prepared blood, urine, and tissue samples for diagnostic testing.
- Operated laboratory analyzers and completed routine equipment checks.
- Reviewed test results for accuracy and readiness for reporting.
- Followed safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Logged specimens and results in laboratory information systems.
- Supported healthcare staff with test requests and sample handling.
- Maintained quality control records and laboratory supply inventories.
- Recorded test results accurately into laboratory computer systems.
- Verified patient information and collected specimens according to established protocols.
Medical Laboratory Technician and Lab Manager
4 Years- Processed pediatric blood specimens following Southern Medical Pediatrics laboratory procedures.
- Collected patient specimens and confirmed identifiers for pediatric testing.
- Prepared samples for chemistry, hematology, and urinalysis analysis.
- Operated laboratory analyzers and supported daily testing workflow.
- Checked quality control procedures for accurate pediatric results.
- Recorded test data in laboratory records and patient charts.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab equipment under infection control standards.
- Reported specimen issues to nurses and providers at Southern Medical Pediatrics.
- Entered all test results accurately into laboratory computer system.
- Verified patient information and collected specimens according to established protocols.
Medical Laboratory Technician
9 Years- Supported patient specimen processing for McLeod Clinical Laboratory testing workflow.
- Checked specimen integrity and labeling for accurate McLeod test results.
- Ran laboratory analyzers and kept routine instrument readiness.
- Completed quality control checks following McLeod laboratory standards and procedures.
- Recorded test data in laboratory information systems for McLeod records.
- Prepared reagents and supplies for daily McLeod testing activities.
- Relayed critical findings to nursing staff and laboratory leadership.
- Backed safety practices and infection control across McLeod laboratory areas.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
High School Diploma
Skills
Laboratory information systems
Clinical chemistry analysis
Quality control procedures
Specimen processing
Point-of-care testing
CLIA compliance
Laboratory safety protocols
Test result verification
Equipment maintenance and calibration
Attention to detail
Critical thinking skills
Effective communication
Staff training and development
Molecular diagnostics expertise
Quality testing methods
Coagulation studies proficiency
Hematology analysis techniques
Phlebotomy techniques and skills
Cytology processing knowledge
Specimen collection methods
Parasitology identification skills
Test documentation accuracy
Lab supply management skills
Document management proficiency
Serology testing expertise
Urinalysis testing methods
Immunohematology procedures knowledge
Histology preparation techniques
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician and Lab Manager
Southern Medical Pediatrics
05.1999 - 05.2024Read More
Medical Laboratory Technician and Lab Manager
Medical Park Pediatrics
02.1992 - 05.1999Read More
Medical Laboratory Technician and Lab Manager
Columbia Obstetrics and Gynocologists
02.1988 - 02.1992Read More
Medical Laboratory Technician
McLeod
06.1977 - 06.1986Read More
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Associate of Science from Medical Laboratory Science
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Lake City High School
High School Diploma
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