
Dedicated professional with robust background in laboratory procedures and protocols. Thorough understanding of importance of quality performance, punctuality, and attention to detail. Ability to adhere to company standards and contribute to the success of continuous improvement of a business operation. Able to meet strict deadlines while maintaining a high quality standard. Demonstrated proficiency in laboratory equipment handling and meticulous record-keeping. Excellent driving record.
Operated commercial steam kettles to ensure pressure, steam valves and thermostat settings remained appropriate throughout the steaming process cycle.
Monitored Auger and Pump to ensure proper filling and disposal.
Performed mechanical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance including cleaning and sanitizing kettle and equipment.
Complied with Documentation of individual batch results as required by industry standards.
Performed regular safety check of vehicle and equipment prior to transport to ensure safety, comfort and accommodations appropriate for patients needs.
Provided safe and comfortable transportation of ambulatory patients to medical, dialysis and therapy appointments. Assisted patient use of wheelchairs and walking devices to ensure safety when boarding and leaving vehicle.
Navigated routes effectively based on familiarity of local areas and use of GPS assistance as needed. Collaborated with dispatch in emergency situations to develop appropriate and efficient resolutions.
Developed positive rapport with patients and healthcare workers through warmth, empathy and concern of patients well-being.
Facilitated regular communication with dispatch to efficiently coordinate drop off and pick routes and performed dispatch services as needed.
Ensured confidential handling of patient information in line with HIPAA regulations.
Performed pre-analytical phase of blood testing and specimen processing in a high volume centralized production laboratory.
Accepted delivery of blood shipments from mobile drivers or regional centers and scanned to ensured the barcode on the test tube matched the donor record.
Unboxed, processed. and prepared tubes for infectious disease testing.
Centrifuged tubes to separate the serum/plasma, red cells, and white cells and placed them in racks for the automated testing machines.
Transferred smaller amounts of samples into separate tubes to check for leaks, cracks. or hemolysis blood.
Received and processed blood tubes for shipping to hospitals within 24-48 hours.
Loaded prepared and racked tubes onto automated testing tracks to stage for distribution.
Performed basic cleaning and upkeep of Tube Rackers and workspace to meet strict FDA and Good Manufacturing Practice standards.
HIPAA for Healthcare workers
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Training for Healthcare
Basic Life Support (CPR & AED)
Passenger Assistance Safety & Sensitivity (PASS - Defensive driving)
Certified Transport Specialist