Didi Richardson
Puyallup,United States
Summary
ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Technician, experienced with conducting detailed laboratory tests, analyses and phlebotomy. Utilizes expertise in specimen handling and equipment maintenance to ensure accurate diagnostic results as well as handling blood draws and maintaining high standards of hygiene. Knowledge of safety protocols and quality control measures, supporting high standards in laboratory operations and excellent teamwork and ability to adapt to changing clinical needs, ensuring consistent results and patient satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician (40hrs/week)
Decypher Technologies
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Maintained strict adherence to quality control protocols to ensure accurate and reliable test outcomes
- Prepared specimens for testing by following established protocols for sample collection, handling, labeling, and storage
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to safety guidelines for handling hazardous materials, biohazardous waste disposal, and infection control practices
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings through effective communication, empathy, and professionalism when addressing inquiries or concerns from patients or healthcare providers
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
Medical Laboratory Technician (40hrs/week)
MultiCare Health System
Puyallup, WA
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Interpreted and communicated patient results, alerting nurse or physician of abnormal findings
- Maintained lab equipment and troubleshot/resolved instrumental problems
- Executed and analyzed tests in areas of hematology and chemistry
- Performed quality control, daily, weekly and monthly maintenance and prepared reagents
- Instrumentation: Sysmex XN-3000 & SP-10, STA Compact, Architect I1000SR, Alinity ci-series, Nova Stat profile prime plus, OsmoTECH XT, TLiQ (Rapid FFN)
Stay at Home Mom
Puyallup, WA
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Managed household & family responsibilities, including child care and housekeeping.
- Organized and planned family events and activities.
- Developed strong organizational and time management skills.
Medical Laboratory Technician (25hrs/week)
Northwest Medical Specialties
Puyallup, WA
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Interpreted and communicated patient results, alerting nurse or physician of abnormal findings
- Maintained lab equipment and troubleshot/resolved instrumental problems
- Performed quality control, daily maintenance and prepared reagents
- Instrumentation: ACE Axcel, Sysmex XN-1000, Sysmex XN-430, McKesson 120 Urine Analyzer, Abaxis Piccolo Xpress
Medical Laboratory Technician (40hrs/week)
Phelps Health
Rolla, MO
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Interpreted and communicated patient results, alerting nurse or physician of abnormal findings
- Maintained lab equipment and troubleshot/resolved instrumental problems
- Executed and analyzed tests in areas of hematology, chemistry and urinalysis to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases
- Performed quality control, daily and monthly maintenance and prepared reagents
- Instrumentation: Sysmex XN-3000 & SP-10, STA Compact, Iris iChem Velocity & IQ 200 Select, Siemens Vista 500 & Rapid point 500, Advia Centaur XPT
Medical Laboratory Technician Student (40hrs/week)
GENERAL LEONARD WOOD ARMY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed blood draws from 200+ patients with 90% success rate
- Identified, handled and processed specimens
- Performed quality control and maintenance and prepared reagents
- Cleaned and restocked workstation daily
- Instrumentation: XN 2000, STA Compact Max, Iris iChem Velocity & IQ 200 Elite, Vitros 5600, Vitek 2
HR Specialist
U.S. Army
08.2006 - 07.2015
- Responsible for personnel and administrative support to over 200 soldiers
- Processed, reviewed and coordinated actions pertaining to military awards
- Established and maintained unit alert rosters and accountability
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Springfield, MO05-2019
Skills
- Communication
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical Thinking
- Data tracking
- Laboratory experience
- Phlebotomy
- QA/QC
Certification
- MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician
- ASCP Certification
- Washington State Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician (40hrs/week)
Decypher Technologies
08.2024 - 12.2025
Medical Laboratory Technician (40hrs/week)
MultiCare Health System
03.2024 - 06.2024
Stay at Home Mom
03.2021 - 02.2024
Medical Laboratory Technician (25hrs/week)
Northwest Medical Specialties
10.2020 - 02.2021
Medical Laboratory Technician (40hrs/week)
Phelps Health
09.2019 - 07.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician Student (40hrs/week)
GENERAL LEONARD WOOD ARMY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
06.2018 - 05.2019
HR Specialist
U.S. Army
08.2006 - 07.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE