DANA PRINGLE
Simpsonville,SC
Summary
Enthusiastic and approachable Medical Laboratory Scientist. Demonstrate a broad range of healthcare experience, professional attitude as well as great attention-to-detail. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Greer Memorial Hospital Laboratory, Prisma Health
Greer, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Work as a generalist in all laboratory departments striving to streamline workflow by maintaining a well-organized and efficient work environment.
- Consistently meet or exceeded performance targets related to accuracy, efficiency and customer satisfaction metrics within the lab setting.
- Participate in laboratory audits, assessments and oversee the yearly completion of competency of technicians within the department to maintain compliance.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Cancer Institute Laboratory, Prisma Health
Greer, SC
12.2021 - 08.2023
- Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures within specialized laboratory
- Address questions and concerns to educate patients on collection processes and procedures
- Collaborate with other departments within Cancer Institute to establish cohesive laboratory operations and improve treatment outcomes
Medical Laboratory Technician
Piedmont Ob/Gyn, Prisma Health
Greenville, SC
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Perform point-of-care lab testing and phlebotomy for obstetrics and gynecology practice with two locations
- Ensure that patients are routed to providers and tests performed per office guidelines based on week of gestation and/or how patient presents
- Prepare laboratory samples for analysis and perform result entry for accurate reporting
- Process and package specimens to be sent out to hospital and reference laboratories.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Keystone Family Practice, Prisma Health
Simpsonville, SC
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results
- Coordinated patient orders for upcoming lab appointments with providers to ensure that all diagnosis and insurance information required was recorded
Laboratory Manager
Optimal Self MD
Greenville, SC
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing process improvements for a private functional medicine practice laboratory
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions
- Collected and prepared lab specimens to be sent out for diagnostic evaluation
EMR Support Analyst
Information Services, Prisma Health
Greenville, SC
04.2017 - 07.2018
- Acted as liaison between clinical and business users and Epic Application Analysts to resolve issues that prevented patient care and regular operations
- Achieved certificates for Epic Beaker, Orders and Security modules
- Acted as SME and developed training plan for IS Support personnel regarding common Epic problems and workflows
- Authored Knowledge Base articles and Tip Sheet guides for IS Service Center.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Greenville Ob/Gyn, Prisma Health
Greenville, SC
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Performed phlebotomy and lab testing for obstetric and gynecological patients during visits with providers
- Maintained proficiency and training of nursing personnel working within the laboratory
- Sent out and tracked all outgoing Pathology and Specialty lab sample testing and results incoming
- Updated and trained staff on new and existing Epic lab workflows, test methodology changes and procedure modifications.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Riverside Family Practice Maxwell Pointe
Greenville, SC
07.2011 - 01.2016
- Responsible for all aspects of a busy family practice laboratory, including maintaining compliance with applicable guidelines and laws
- Assured the accuracy and timely completion of laboratory testing
- Performed routine maintenance, calibration, and quality control of laboratory equipment and test kits
Education
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences -
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05.2018
Associate of Science in Medical Lab Technology -
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC05.1998
Skills
- Clinical Laboratory Testing
- Critical Thinking
- Electronic Medical Records
- Instrument Maintenance
- Quality Control Testing
- Data Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- Epic Proficient Analyst Certificate, Epic Beaker, 2017
- American Society of Clinical Pathologists Board of Registry, 1998
Affiliations
- Christ Church Episcopal Church Children Ministries
- Prisma Health System Veterans Association
- Carolina Ballet Theatre Guild
Awards
- United States Air Force Commendation Medal, 1992
- United States Air Force Achievement Medal, 1993
- United States Air Force Good Conduct Medal, 1994
- Greenville Health System Stellar Star Award, 2014 and 2015
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Greer Memorial Hospital Laboratory, Prisma Health
08.2023 - Current
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Cancer Institute Laboratory, Prisma Health
12.2021 - 08.2023
Medical Laboratory Technician
Piedmont Ob/Gyn, Prisma Health
12.2020 - 12.2021
Medical Laboratory Technician
Keystone Family Practice, Prisma Health
05.2019 - 12.2020
Laboratory Manager
Optimal Self MD
09.2018 - 05.2019
EMR Support Analyst
Information Services, Prisma Health
04.2017 - 07.2018
Medical Laboratory Technician
Greenville Ob/Gyn, Prisma Health
01.2016 - 04.2017
Medical Laboratory Technician
Riverside Family Practice Maxwell Pointe
07.2011 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences -
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science in Medical Lab Technology -
Tri-County Technical College