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Ebony Pollard

Las Vegas

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with proven success at Quest Diagnostics, enhancing productivity by 118%. Skilled in specimen preparation and laboratory safety protocols, with a strong ability to collaborate in team settings. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and effective workload management in fast-paced environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
6062
6062
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Anatomic Pathology Support Rep II

Quest Diagnostics
Las Vegas
08.2025 - Current
  • File and retrieve slides as requested
  • Electronic recording of slides into Laboratory Information System (LIS)
  • Storage of laboratory records according to established record management protocol
  • Load/unload slides onto the Focal Point instrument
  • Manage process for requesting recuts, special stains and immunohistochemistry stains
  • Provide QA/QC documentation support
  • Participate in orientation and training of newly hired employees, as needed
  • Escalate complex customer issues to appropriate individuals/departments

Pre-Analytical Assistant I

Quest Diagnostics
07.2023 - 08.2025
  • Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
  • Increased defer productivity by 118% from September to December of 2024, with continuance of increasing numbers.
  • Identified problems & resolved/forwarded info in support of timely problem resolution, with specimen types by using skills such as attention to detail, high degree of accuracy, and time management with regards to sorting, racking, centrifugation, delivering, & storage of specimens.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant safety protocols while handling biohazardous materials during specimen processing tasks.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities or new assignments as needed within the lab environment.

Donor Support Technician

CSL Plasma
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Set up, maintain & verify sterility of lab equipment and tools.
  • Follow aseptic procedures when disposing biohazardous equipment, minimizing staff & patient infection risks.
  • Demonstrate respect, friendliness, and willingness to help whenever needed.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for donors and plasmapheresis machines, adhering to strict sanitation protocols.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry - IN PROGRESS

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Certificate of Completion - PENDING - Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Training Specialists
Las Vegas, NV

Advanced High School Diploma -

Western High School
Las Vegas, NV

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Data entry
  • Workload management
  • Task prioritization
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Knowledge of specimen processing
  • Medical terminology
  • Medical laboratory procedures
  • Specimen preparation
  • Knowledge of LIS

Certification

  • Laboratory Assistant License - Jan 2024 to Jan 2026: Lic# 74835-AL-0

Timeline

Anatomic Pathology Support Rep II

Quest Diagnostics
08.2025 - Current

Pre-Analytical Assistant I

Quest Diagnostics
07.2023 - 08.2025

Donor Support Technician

CSL Plasma
06.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry - IN PROGRESS

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Certificate of Completion - PENDING - Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Training Specialists

Advanced High School Diploma -

Western High School