Dayra Santiago
Lexington,United States
Summary
Soon-to-be Medical Laboratory Science graduate with hands-on clinical experience and a strong foundation in lab practices. Skilled in teamwork, problem-solving, and time management in fast-paced settings. Eager to contribute to quality patient care through accurate and innovative lab work.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Aide PRN
Baptist Health Louisville
08.2025 - Current
- Properly labeled specimens to help each be easily identifiable by lab staff.
- Disposed of hazardous specimens in proper containers.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Memory care activities director
Prestongreens
04.2024 - Current
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
Memory care activities director
Highgrove
02.2022 - 04.2024
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Assisted with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.
Lead Server
Highgrove
10.2019 - 02.2022
- Taught staff how to deliver outstanding service to every customer without sacrificing profit objectives.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Assigned tasks and shifts to servers to manage organized schedules and provide adequate coverage.
Education
Associate of Science -
BCTC
Lexington, KYBasic Biotechnician - undefined
BCTC
Lexington, KyAssociate of Arts - undefined
BCTC
Lexington, KyBachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Ky12.2025
Skills
- Specimen Handling
- Recordkeeping
- Testing
- Inventory
- Quality Control
- Budgeting
- Specimen labeling
- Skilled in experimental procedures
- Experienced with ROACH, VITEK, SYSMEX, and STAGO systems
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lab Aide PRN
Baptist Health Louisville
08.2025 - Current
Memory care activities director
Prestongreens
04.2024 - Current
Memory care activities director
Highgrove
02.2022 - 04.2024
Lead Server
Highgrove
10.2019 - 02.2022
Basic Biotechnician - undefined
BCTC
Associate of Arts - undefined
BCTC
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Kentucky
Associate of Science -
BCTC
Similar Profiles
Carrie WiseCarrie Wise
Employee Health Nurse at Baptist Health LouisvilleEmployee Health Nurse at Baptist Health Louisville
Jason AndersonJason Anderson
EVS Operations Manager / 2nd Shift Hiring Manager at Baptist Health Louisville HospitalEVS Operations Manager / 2nd Shift Hiring Manager at Baptist Health Louisville Hospital
Tamara Van KampenTamara Van Kampen
RN Circulator Operating Room / Circulator at Baptist Health LouisvilleRN Circulator Operating Room / Circulator at Baptist Health Louisville
Michael DavisMichael Davis
Survey Party Chief at Fluor Heavy Civil LLCSurvey Party Chief at Fluor Heavy Civil LLC
Francheska Jerez HernandezFrancheska Jerez Hernandez
Customer Service Representative at Allentown Travel PlazaCustomer Service Representative at Allentown Travel Plaza