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Emily Gindorf

Emily Gindorf

Denton,TX

Summary

Quick-thinking Lead Technologist recognized for success in reducing waste and bringing in new projects. Practical problem-solver with excellent critical thinking skills to drive departmental success and consumer satisfaction. Highly effective and knowledgeable in process improvement and complex laboratory techniques.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Medical Technologist

Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital
03.2020 - Current


  • Prepared blood, plasma and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type and compatibility tests. Performed complex blood banking tests
  • Competent in Hematology, Microbiology, and Specimen Processing
  • Developed and updated polices, procedures, and forms
  • Provided training for all new hires and ongoing training and competency evaluation of current employees
  • Evaluated quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory test and measurement controls.
  • Created reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
  • Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
  • Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
  • Participated in evaluation of new laboratory techniques, products and instruments.
  • Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.

Medical Technologist

Texas Oncology
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Performed generalist duties in Hematology, Chemistry, and Immunology
  • Involved in performance improvement for the Laboratory through development of surge plans, turnaround time monitoring and corrected report monitoring
  • Performance of QC, Calibration, and Maintenance of various analyzers
  • Patient interaction including limited phlebotomy as warranted during surge periods
  • Excellent communication skills - interdisciplinary procedural development and training

Laboratory Lead Technologist

Medical City ER Flower Mound
09.2017 - 03.2019
  • Responsible for maintaining adequate staffing including scheduling and training for a free standing ER
  • Involved in performance improvement for the Laboratory and ER through development of surge plans, turnaround time monitoring and corrected report monitoring
  • Employee Satisfaction - performed monthly 1:1 rounding
  • Oversaw laboratory testing and promptly corrected noted issues
  • Excellent communication skills - interdisciplinary procedural development and training
  • Worked in a smaller facility where teamwork with Radiology, Nurses, and Doctors is key to patient care
  • Implementation of new procedures and methods including bringing in RSV, Strep & Influenza testing on Sofia2 to two Laboratories, Co-Ox testing on the AVOX4000, Coagulation testing on the Sysmex CA660, and ROM+ testing to both Laboratory and Nursing
  • Improved physician and patient satisfaction through reorganization of processes including Laboratory collection of rapid testing swabs, Laboratory vitals certification, and updated POC procedures
  • Oversaw and performed maintenance, QC, and calibration on all analyzers
  • Performance of semi-annual AMR & Correlations
  • Responsible for API Survey assignments, input, and performance as well as remedial action as necessary

Director & Medical Director, Serology Section Supervisor

Medical City Lewisville
09.2014 - 09.2017
  • Performed routine instrument maintenance, calibration, and QC
  • Received inpatient and outpatient customer service phone calls and handled issues in a timely manner
  • Worked in a high volume & high demand laboratory where prioritizing tasks is important for efficient workflow and turnaround times
  • Responsible for staff, specimen, and patient issues including nursing and doctor questions/concerns as

Education

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science

Winona State University
Winona, MN
2012

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Winona State University
Winona, MN
2012

Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science -

Hennepin County Medical Center
Minneapolis, MN
2012

Skills

  • Laboratory experience including supervisor
  • Cerner, Meditech, and Epic
  • QA/QC
  • Microsoft Office Proficient
  • CAP, CLIA, and JCHO standards
  • BERC MEMBER for Carter BloodCare
  • Analyzing data — Proficient
  • Workplace safety — Proficient
  • Waste Reduction and QA projects
  • Policy Writing & Enforcement
  • Lean Methodology
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Laboratory move through effectively helping with organization, planning, and execution.
  • Achieved bringing in new testing by creating policies, training, working with multiple teams, and monitoring success as measured by turn around times
  • Served as departmental representative for Neonatal & Maternal Quality Meetings
  • Presented for Transfusion Committe and took feedback from physicians to improve the blood bank department policies and methods
  • Organized and ensured success of blood drives every other month. BERC member for Carter BloodCare.
  • Laboratory FROG winner - voted on by coworkers for positive behaviors and achievements
  • Used Microsoft Excel to monitor and effectively reduce waste from $1900 monthly to less than $800 monthly
  • Completed Lean Six Sigma yellow belt project and certification

Timeline

Lead Medical Technologist

Texas Health Resources Presbyterian Hospital
03.2020 - Current

Medical Technologist

Texas Oncology
04.2019 - 02.2020

Laboratory Lead Technologist

Medical City ER Flower Mound
09.2017 - 03.2019

Director & Medical Director, Serology Section Supervisor

Medical City Lewisville
09.2014 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science

Winona State University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Winona State University

Certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science -

Hennepin County Medical Center

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