Glasenia Johnson
McDonough,GA
Summary
Seeking a challenging position as a Medical Laboratory Technician. A highly trained Medical Laboratory Technician with experience in performing a variety of multi-skilled functions including specimen collection, receiving and preparation of specimens for analysis; assisting with workflow coordination in all general areas of the laboratory; performing routine clerical and technical processes required for the smooth operation of the laboratory; serving as a liaison to internal and external customers. Hardworking Laboratory Technician bringing more than 15 years of expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Quest Diagnostic Laboratories
Tucker, Georgia
12.1979 - 08.2013
- Responsible for receiving and preparing specimens for routine and stat analysis
- Reported all lab work in a timely manner to hospital staff and physicians
- Worked in all areas of the laboratory department including Hematology, Serology, Chemistry, and Urinalysis
- Performed routine and complex blood drawing procedures including arterial sticks and venipunctures
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures
- Performed various quality control procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations
- Performed routine maintenance as required by laboratory procedures
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies as needed to keep the laboratory adequately stocked
- Assisted Supervisor over Hematology
- Performed tasks to result and verify specimen samples into the HMS computer system
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards
- Utilized expertise in chemistry and hematology to help with the diagnosis of medical issues
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to department supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance
- Maintained a safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA1977
High School Diploma -
Lithonia High School
Lithonia, GA05.1972
Certificate - Medical Laboratory Technology
Atlanta Area Technical College
Atlanta, GA12.1979
Skills
- 15 years experience as certified ASCP Medical Laboratory Technician and Hematology Specialist
- Ability to work accurately and with minimal supervision
- Strong ability to do repetitive work
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Specialist in Hematology (SH)
- Blood and Urine Analysis
- Word Processing
- Medical Terminology
- Automated Laboratory Testing
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced clinical laboratory department
- Ability to test and analyze body fluids, such as blood, urine, and tissue samples
- Strong ability to operate laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and automated cell counters
- Able to use automated equipment that analyzes multiple samples
- Daily data entry from medical tests and results entry into laboratory medical record system
Certification
- MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician
- Certified Hematology Specialist
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Quest Diagnostic Laboratories
12.1979 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Spelman College
High School Diploma -
Lithonia High School
Certificate - Medical Laboratory Technology
Atlanta Area Technical College