Dawn Worrell

• Trained new staff members on laboratory procedures, contributing to a well-functioning team environment.
• Established strong working relationships with medical professionals from other departments, fostering collaborative efforts towards better patient care.
• Actively participated in quality improvement projects focused on enhancing the overall efficiency of the lab operations.
• Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using variety of techniques, instrumentation and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment
• Followed strict quality control procedures to deliver accurate test results
• Documented medical test data and results in patient medical records
• Conducted multiple tests at once using automated and manual equipment and computerized instruments
• Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines
• Used microscopes and cell counters to perform assigned tasks
• Set up, cleaned and maintained laboratory equipment
• Supported quality control processes by monitoring activities and reporting
• Assessed equipment regularly by conducting instrument function inspections and calibrations
• Maintained safe work environment by wearing personal protective equipment
• Conducted and evaluated quality control measurements to maintain equipment performance
• Operated, calibrated or maintained equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis
• Investigating tests/results/errors for oncology

• Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using variety of techniques, instrumentation and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment
• Followed strict quality control procedures to deliver accurate test results
• Documented medical test data and results in patient medical records
• Conducted multiple tests at once using automated equipment and computerized instruments
• Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines
• Used microscopes and cell counters to perform assigned tasks
• Set up, cleaned and maintained laboratory equipment
• Assessed equipment regularly by conducting instrument function inspections and calibrations
• Maintained safe work environment by wearing personal protective equipment
• Conducted and evaluated quality control measurements to maintain equipment performance
• Evaluated body fluids and tissue samples to document findings such as normal or abnormal results
• Trained, coached and oversaw daily work of medical lab technicians
• Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results
• Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components
• Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering
• Supervised, trained or directed medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing
• Evaluated and implemented new laboratory techniques and procedures using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge

Performed laboratory collection procedures on patients in an emergency room stand-alone. Collected all samples for physicians. Managed supply inventory.