David Barrett
Hawkins,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician
Self
Athens, TX
07.1988 - 06.2005
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively during emergency procedures, providing life-saving interventions when needed.
- Served as mentor to medical students and residents, fostering growth in clinical knowledge and skills.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing electronic health record systems.
Resident
Baylor University Medical Center
07.1984 - 06.1988
- Completed routine physical exams and diagnostic tests to provide accurate diagnosis.
- Assessed patient needs for specialty referrals, diagnostic and in-patient care.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
11-7 Lab Supervisor
Lubbock General Hospital
Lubbock, TX
09.1978 - 06.1982
- Led a team of laboratory technicians, ensuring high-quality performance and professional development.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Prepared blood smears and determined levels of normalcy.
- Kept abreast of current industry, scientific and regulatory developments and issues.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Chief Medical Technologist
Lubbock Osteopathic Hospital
Lubbock, TX
06.1978 - 11.1980
- Enforced quality control protocols to maintain accuracy of test results.
- Utilized microscopy, spectrophotometry and chromatography following procedures for accurate results.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance programs to maintain accuracy of results.
- Participated in evaluation of new laboratory techniques, products and instruments.
Medical Technologist
Lubbock Anatomical And Clinical Pathology
Lubbock, TX
11.1977 - 06.1978
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
- Participated in evaluation of new laboratory techniques, products and instruments.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Navigator and Electronic Warfare Officer
USAF
US
03.1975 - 10.1977
- Observed aircraft safety systems and operational conditions and immediately reported issues.
- Increased navigational accuracy by consistently updating and maintaining electronic charts and navigation tools.
- Identified targets of opportunity during flight operations.
- Promoted safe navigation in restricted visibility situations through proficient use of radar functions like target tracking and range scaling.
- Practiced and drilled for numerous wartime and peacetime emergency situations requiring rapid response.
- Performed pre-flight inspections to prepare for flight.
- Engaged in direct air-to-air combat training and participated in large-scale, international training exercises such as Red Flag.
Laboratory Technician and Medical Technologist
Harris Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
06.1972 - 03.1975
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
Laboratory Technician
All Saints Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
02.1970 - 06.1973
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Performed complex analyses using various instrumentation, delivering reliable data for informed decisionmaking.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX06.1984
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX05.1973
Skills
- Explaining Complex Diagnoses
- Test Results Interpretation
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Pharmaceuticals prescription
- Infectious Disease Mitigation
- Patient Education
- Patient treatment planning
- Diagnostic services
- Medical History Taking
- Patient Assessments
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Regulatory Compliance
Certification
MLS-ASCP registered
Timeline
Physician
Self
07.1988 - 06.2005
Resident
Baylor University Medical Center
07.1984 - 06.1988
11-7 Lab Supervisor
Lubbock General Hospital
09.1978 - 06.1982
Chief Medical Technologist
Lubbock Osteopathic Hospital
06.1978 - 11.1980
Medical Technologist
Lubbock Anatomical And Clinical Pathology
11.1977 - 06.1978
Navigator and Electronic Warfare Officer
USAF
03.1975 - 10.1977
Laboratory Technician and Medical Technologist
Harris Hospital
06.1972 - 03.1975
Laboratory Technician
All Saints Hospital
02.1970 - 06.1973
M.D. - Medicine
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Texas Christian University