Dominique Caldwell
Richmond,VA
Summary
ASCP-certified Medical Laboratory Technician supporting reliable diagnostic testing through specimen collection, preparation, and analysis of blood, tissue, and body fluid samples. Delivers accurate results through quality control, instrument calibration, troubleshooting, and verified LIS/EMR reporting across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology, and coagulation.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
HCA Healthcare
Richmond, VA
02.2017 - Current
- Perform waived, moderate, and high-complexity laboratory tests across departments like hematology, chemistry, and microbiology.
- Collected, prepared, accessioned, and processed blood, tissue, and body fluid specimens for routine and specialized clinical analysis, ensuring accuracy for diagnostic decisions.
- Conducted daily quality control (QC) procedures on instruments, reagents, and media, troubleshooting discrepancies to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Operate, calibrate, maintain, and perform minor repairs on complex laboratory analyzers and instruments.
- Entered and verified test results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS/EMR), consistently adhering to HIPAA and safety protocols to protect patient information.
Lab Accessioner
Alere Toxicology
Richmond, VA
06.2012 - 02.2017
- Assign lab number to specimens
- Operated centrifuge to separate fluids, ensuring accurate sample preparation for analysis.
- Pipette samples
- Follow safety regulation in the S.O.P
- Trained new employees on laboratory protocols and procedures, enhancing team competency.
- Executed data entry tasks to maintain up-to-date information, supporting efficient lab operations.
Manager in Training
Jiffy Lube
Richmond, VA
06.2008 - 05.2012
- Lead the team and controlled the floor in a safe, productive, and Timely manner
- Trained new employees to meet company standards and expectations
- Executed routine inspections and repairs on vehicles to maintain operational readiness
- Greeted customers with care and a polite attitude
- Preventive maintenance on vehicles
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA12-2016
Skills
- ASCP certified lab technician
- Medical laboratory tech(ASCP)
- Proven laboratory experience (11-15 years)
- Phlebotomy proficiency
- Processing of specimens
- Analysis in hematology
- Analysis of chemistry samples
- Procedures in immunohematology
- Studies in coagulation
- Laboratory assay evaluations
- Testing and calibration of equipment
- Laboratory prioritization skills in lab settings
- Expertise in microbiology
- Management of medical records
Personal Information
- Title: ASCP certified Medical Laboratory Technician
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
ASCP MLT Certification
Additional information
Skilled in the following instrumentation: Siemens Dimension EXL 200, Clinitek Advantus, Aution Eleven AE4022, Sysmex XN series, Siemens CA-660 series, Werfen ACL top series
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
HCA Healthcare
02.2017 - Current
Lab Accessioner
Alere Toxicology
06.2012 - 02.2017
Manager in Training
Jiffy Lube
06.2008 - 05.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College