Danielle Fentress

Salary: $55,000

Hours/Week: 40

• Ensured compliance with industry safety standards by regularly reviewing protocols and updating procedures as necessary.
• Fostered strong relationships with external laboratories through efficient communication regarding shared samples or collaborative projects.
• Supported quality assurance initiatives within the organization by participating in proficiency testing programs and maintaining accurate records of test results.
• Evaluated the efficacy of antibiotics against bacterial strains using susceptibility testing methods like disk diffusion and broth microdilution assays.
• Documented experiment progress and observations, compiled data and organized findings for analysis.
• Reduced contamination risks by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to investigate infectious disease outbreaks, helping to identify sources and prevent further spread.

Salary: $75,000

Hours/Week: 50+

• Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
• Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
• Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
• Established strong working relationships with other departments within the healthcare facility, facilitating effective communication channels for smoother operations.
• Contributed to improved patient outcomes by providing accurate and timely data analysis for diagnosis and treatment planning purposes.
• Troubleshot complex technical issues with instrumentation or methodology, resolving problems efficiently to minimize disruptions in workflow.
• Trained and mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
• Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
• Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
• Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns.
• Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Served as a reliable resource for colleagues and hospital staff by diligently maintaining knowledge of relevant diagnostic tests, procedures, and best practices.
• Performed precise blood typing to ensure safe transfusions and reduce complications.
• Adhered to strict labeling practices to guarantee proper identification and traceability of all collected samples throughout the testing process.
• Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
• Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
• Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
• Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
• Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.