Detail-oriented, highly organized, hardworking, and diligent with a systematic approach to handling work tasks and conducting assessments. Ready to bring a positive attitude & years of related experience to a challenging new role! Accurate and skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills who is always eager to learn! References available upon request.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
09.2019 - Current
Collected, received, verified, and prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and distribution including performing data entry, maintaining testing documentation, and generating and updating hospital registration encounters and account records.
Focused on patient care by promptly attending to samples, pneumatic tubes, deliveries, & messages along with observing sample turnaround & customer wait times.
Communicated with physicians, nurses, clinics, reference laboratories, and other resources when necessary to quickly resolve order and sample issues while collaborating with other departments to establish cohesive operations.
Kept updated on changed or newly implemented regulatory developments, hospital protocols, lab procedures, test information, training policies, and continuing education.
Coordinated and managed laboratory projects as well as reviewing, improving, and developing laboratory processes.
Trained, mentored, and supported both recently hired and experienced employees, students, and other professionals in addition to completing competency assessments.
Performed consistent specimen, reagent, supply, & general maintenance to keep a safe & organized laboratory environment in compliance with quality control standards.
Specimen Accessioner
LabCorp Regional Lab
10.2017 - 09.2019
Received, reviewed, and prepared patient samples for analysis and distribution including performing data entry and maintaining testing documentation.
One of a handful of accessioners given specialty training due to high productivity, minimal errors, and ability to problem-solve difficult samples.
Trained other accessioners in order to provide guidance and help increase their knowledge and productivity.
Head Lifeguard
Highlands Ranch Community Assn
09.2013 - 09.2017
Responsible for maintaining guest safety throughout the recreation center.
Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Trained and managed team of lifeguards on pool safety, risk management protocols, lifesaving skills, and guest relations.
Responded to life-threatening emergencies and provided first aid and CPR.
Received Douglas County Sheriff's Office Life Saving Award for helping revive "widow maker" heart attack victim.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO
2024
High School Diploma -
Thunderridge High School
Highlands Ranch, CO
05.2012
Skills
Friendly and focused on patient & customer care
Technologically savvy
Familiar with Meditech and Epic systems
Proficient in data entry
Biology, chemistry, and laboratory training
Detail-oriented, highly organized, hardworking
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
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