Elizabeth Giannotta
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Saint Clair Shores,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented Laboratory Manager and Medical Technologist with over 30 years of experience. 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, team building and research success.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Manager | Medical Technologistlogist
Pathnostics East
10.2018 - 09.2023
- Laboratory manager and testing personnel in a high complexity molecular laboratory doing advanced UTI testing on polymicrobial infections via DNA extraction and real-time PCR with pooled susceptibility testing
- Ensure laboratory compliance with guidelines set by CAP/CLIA through management of calibration verification, proficiency testing, quality control and quality assurance
- Perform analysis accurately on a daily basis for the discipline assigned to Medical Technologist
- Reporting via the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Prepare clinical specimens for testing and identify specimen related problems
- Identifying and documenting problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and taking appropriate corrective measures while monitoring turnaround time
- Ensuring an efficient workflow and operation
- Preparation of metrics, validation documentation of new tests and procedures as required
- Supervise employees in partnership with Corporate Senior HR Manager
Laboratory Manager | Technical Supervisor | Medical Technologist
Comprehensive Urology
08.2010 - 09.2018
- General and Technical supervisor in high complexity COLA accredited clinical laboratory focused in microbiology and immunochemistry
- Ensure laboratory compliance
- Developed knowledge and understanding of multiple EMR programs and LIS systems
- Expert in pre-analytic, analytic, and post analytic troubleshooting
- Maintain personnel files, training, competency and performance reviews
- Revise laboratory policies and procedures.
Medical Technologist
Silver Pine Medical Group Laboratory
08.2009 - 10.2011
- Performed medical testing focused in chemistry, special chemistry, and hematology
- Demonstrated understanding of laboratory work flow.
Medical Assistant, Medical Biller
St. Clair Shores OB/GYN
04.2009 - 08.2010
- Experienced in medical billing, including ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes
- Performed Medical Assistant duties
- Demonstrated outstanding patient care and management skills.
Small Business Co-owner
Phil's True Value Hardware
10.2006 - 09.2009
- Demonstrated good customer service
- Cashier and front counter duties
- Handled all account management and bookkeeping duties
- Provided merchandising and inventory management
- Manage staffing, hiring and payroll
- Worked with Quick Books, Rock Solid Point of Service software
Laboratory Manager | Medical Technologist
Michigan Infertility Center
09.1984 - 03.2009
- General supervisor in moderate complexity COLA accredited physician's office laboratory focused in areas of special chemistry, serology, and immunology geared toward infertility treatment
- Ensure laboratory compliance with guidelines set by COLA through management of calibration verification, proficiency testing, quality control and assurance
- Carried out medical office assistant and phlebotomist duties
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of infertility, gynecology, and early OB patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Madonna College
Livonia, MICertificate of Completion - Emergency Medical Technician
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MISkills
- Procedure Monitoring
- Time Management
- Troubleshooting and RCA
- Data Interpretation
- Sample Processing
- Phlebotomy
- Employee Development
- Microsoft 365
- Quickbooks
- POS
Accomplishments
CAP Inspection 2023- No Deficiencies.
Specialized Training
- Quant Studio 12K Flex
- Accufil
- King Fisher Flex
- Tecan Nano
- Tecan Nano+
- BD Bruker Microflex MALDI Biotyper
- M100 BD Phoenix identification and susceptibility system
- Disc Diffusion
- MIC method for antimicrobial activity
- Gram Staining
- Roche Cobas E-411
- Siemens Immulite
- Berhinger Manheim ES 300
- Abbott ANSR
- IMX
- Quantum II
- RIA
- Roche Cobas Integra 400 Plus
- Abbott Emerald
- Cell Dyn 1800
- Siemens Immulite 1000
- Olympus AU 400
- Siemens Immulite 2000
Timeline
Laboratory Manager | Medical Technologistlogist
Pathnostics East
10.2018 - 09.2023
Laboratory Manager | Technical Supervisor | Medical Technologist
Comprehensive Urology
08.2010 - 09.2018
Medical Technologist
Silver Pine Medical Group Laboratory
08.2009 - 10.2011
Medical Assistant, Medical Biller
St. Clair Shores OB/GYN
04.2009 - 08.2010
Small Business Co-owner
Phil's True Value Hardware
10.2006 - 09.2009
Laboratory Manager | Medical Technologist
Michigan Infertility Center
09.1984 - 03.2009
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Madonna College
Certificate of Completion - Emergency Medical Technician
Wayne County Community College
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