Craig Richardson
Spring,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Laboratory Manager highly effective at keeping laboratories running smoothly and efficiently. Knowledgeable about managing supplies, equipment and facilities. Pursuing new professional challenges with the opportunity to make a positive impact on laboratory operations, research marketing and producing media products to enhance business services.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Manager
TCC Global LLC
Houston, Texas
12.2008 - Current
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform Blood,Drug and DNA Testing
- Designed processes to increase efficiency by minimizing error and reducing repetitive tasks.
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
- Developed Service Marketing Programs
Medical Lab Technician
Quest Diagnostics
Houston, TX
02.2000 - 03.2006
- Prepared, processed, labeled and stored patient specimens and samples using standard techniques and equipment.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
- Maintained sufficient inventory of laboratory supplies for daily operations.
- Prepared blood smears and determined levels of normalcy.
- Participated in continuing education and learning experiences to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills.
- Performed laboratory testing and operated automated equipment within limits.
- Followed proper guidelines for safe handling of blood, body fluids and hazardous chemicals.
Laboratory Collection Specialist
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
Houston, TX
06.1993 - 07.1998
- Assisted pathology team with skilled analyses by preparing tissue samples
- Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Analyzed experiment and test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Education
Associate of Arts - Medical Laboratory Technology
Texas College of Medicine
Houston, TXDigital Communications And Media
Long Star College
Spring, TX07.2015
Skills
- Facilities oversight
- Equipment Maintenance
- Quality controls
- Equipment calibration
- Specimen collection
- Laboratory procedures
- Lab assistant training
- Data Management
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Training and Development
- MS Office
- Computer Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved [Results] by completing tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 16 staff members.
- On The Deans list of Lone Star College in 2015
- 8 Years of toy drives to help community
- 15 years of youth mentorship ( Over 150 Young People Mentored To Date)
Affiliations
Board Member of:
Lone Star College
ETAH Medical School
Optimum Nurse Aide Skills
Who's Who 2015
Legal Shield Trainer
Fox 26 Host twice per month (Covid Insight)
Certification
Video Post Production
Christian Counseling
Exc Pastor Of Son Rise Church
Timeline
Laboratory Manager
TCC Global LLC
12.2008 - Current
Medical Lab Technician
Quest Diagnostics
02.2000 - 03.2006
Laboratory Collection Specialist
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
06.1993 - 07.1998
Associate of Arts - Medical Laboratory Technology
Texas College of Medicine
Digital Communications And Media
Long Star College