Emma Gavlin
Summary
Highly-motivated and dedicated laboratory scientist with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised; quickly masters new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
LabCorp
Chicago, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Ran Complete Metabolic Panels and Complete Blood Counts on patient blood samples using Sysmex and Integra instruments.
- Prepared slides and performed manual differentials on blood samples.
- Accessioned samples, prepared samples for send out testing, and reported results to physicians.
- Calibrated and performed routine maintenance to keep laboratory equipment in satisfactory condition.
- Performed proficiency testing.
Laboratory Technician
Immediate Care Center of Westmont
Westmont, IL
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed PCR analysis using KingFisher systems.
- Interpreted and sent results to patients.
- Performed blood draws and triaged patients.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
Chicago, IL
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed hematology & coagulation testing using Sysmex systems.
- Performed differentials using Cellavision and prepared slides to perform manual differentials and morphology smears.
- Determined viability & appropriate processing of a wide array of core laboratory specimens.
- Coordinated prioritization, receipt and delivery of laboratory specimens.
Medical Laboratory Technologist (Float Position)
Labcorp
Chicago, Niles, IL
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Ran Complete Metabolic Panels and Complete Blood Counts on patient blood samples using Sysmex and Integra instruments.
- Additional testing including urinalysis and spun hematocrit testing.
- Prepared slides and performed manual differentials on blood samples.
- Calibrated and performed routine maintenance to keep laboratory equipment in satisfactory condition.
- Accessioned samples, prepared samples for send out testing, and reported results to physicians.
Genomics Technician
University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago, IL
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Cultured and harvested tissue, bone marrow, and peripheral blood samples for cytogenetic analysis.
- Entered data, generated final reports, and documented test results.
- Accessioned samples- experience with hospital systems such as CoPath and Epic.
- Billed inside institution samples & generated invoices for outside samples.
- Aided in Covid lab running assays and performing PCR analysis.
Specimen Processing Specialist → Technologist
Labcorp, Stone Analysis Lab
Itasca, IL
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Analyzed chemical composition of kidney stone specimens using infrared spectroscopy.
- Performed additional wet chemistry testing on select specimens.
- Recorded weight, dimensions, and other properties of calculi using a camera and scale.
- Received and accessioned specimens.
- Cleaned, prepped, and pulverized samples for analysis.
- Additional tasks include taking inventory, SOP writing, training new employees, and documentation & resolution of problem specimens.
Education
BS - Biology and Psychology
Northern Illinois University
12.2019
Certified Phlebotomist -
Chicago School of Phlebotomy
Naperville, IL08.2018
Skills
- Specimen Testing and Analysis
- High Complexity Testing
- Laboratory Assay Analysis
- Data Collection
- Quality Assurance
- Complex Equipment Operation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Cell Culture Harvest
- Phlebotomy
- Medical Billing
- Interpersonal Communication
- Highly organized
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
LabCorp
05.2023 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
11.2022 - 05.2023
Laboratory Technician
Immediate Care Center of Westmont
10.2022 - 06.2023
Medical Laboratory Technologist (Float Position)
Labcorp
06.2022 - 09.2022
Genomics Technician
University of Chicago Medical Center
09.2021 - 06.2022
Specimen Processing Specialist → Technologist
Labcorp, Stone Analysis Lab
02.2020 - 09.2021
BS - Biology and Psychology
Northern Illinois University
Certified Phlebotomist -
Chicago School of Phlebotomy
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