HANNAH SPEARS
Alexandria,LA
Summary
Medical Laboratory Scientist with a proven ability to adapt quickly to new environments and technologies. Demonstrates strong analytical skills and a dedication to continuous learning, effectively applying acquired knowledge in clinical settings. Known for navigating change successfully and contributing to improved laboratory operations. Career aspirations include leveraging expertise to enhance diagnostic processes and patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LAB MANAGER & TECHNICAL CONSULTANT
FREEDMAN CLINIC OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
Alexandria, LA
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed & technical consultant of a COLA certified lab at a multi-specialty clinic with 15 providers.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence as part of administration.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Planned, created, tested and implemented new instruments to to produce high quality systems to better meet patient needs.
- Enrolled and coordinate proficiency testing programs.
- Perform weekly and monthly QC and QA programs.
- Participate in peer review programs.
- Set and oversee quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
- 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.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Managed operational documents and produced reports detailing activities.
- Create and correct procedures and technical documents as needed.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency, and maintain daily operational consistency.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale, and promote employee retention.
- HL7 Standards coding between interfaces for EMR, LIS, and reference labs
- Ensure CPT billing codes are correct and ensure covered & current ICD codes are used.
MLS GENERALIST
RAPIDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Rotated between several departments in a CAP and AABB accredited lab
- Departments included Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology, and Blood Bank
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Processed specimens, interpret results, perform instrument maintenance, and QC in each department.
- Routinely collected ABGs and perform morning collection rounds
- Additional responsibilities included pipette calibration & maintenance and QC review.
MLS CLINICAL INTERNSHIP
Rapides Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Under the supervision of licensed medical laboratory scientists, I collected blood specimens (venous & arterial) and processed specimens brought to the laboratory
- I analyzed specimens and performed daily QC on instrumentation, various kit tests, and other routine lab tests
- I verified patient results using MediTech software and called critical results
- I successfully completed lectures and lab rotations in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Immunology, Microbiology, Mycology, Parasitology, and Blood Bank.
STUDENT RESEARCHER
LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Under the guidance of a research advisor, I collaborated with other students to perform experiments, collect data, and analyze results
- Our microbiology research was aimed to create a more favorable patient treatment solution for infection with anthrax
- Institutional credit was received for Biological Problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology, Chemistry Minor
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston03.2020
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Meditech LIS
- Orchard Harvest LIS
- eCW EMR
- MediaLab
- Problem-solving
- HL7 Standards
- Quality control
- Quality assurance
- Employee training
- Specimen collection
- Technical troubleshooting
- Inventory management
- Written communication
Affiliations
American Society of Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS)
- Membership since August 2017
- Completed and passed all 21 sessions of ‘All Access: 2023 Emerging Laboratory Managers Collaborative Conference’
American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- Member since March 2020
Blue Cliff & Unitech Community College
- Served on advisory boards for two local technical colleges and coordinate student phlebotomy externships at our clinic. Meet quarterly to advise on syllabus for upcoming classes with fellow phlebotomy program advisors.
Certification
- ASCP Certified MLS
- LSBME Licensed
Accomplishments
TRAINED ON:
Chemistry
- Roche Cobas 8000, 411, 702, 602, 502
- Ortho Vitros 5600
- Radiometer ABL 835
- pHOx
- Prime
- iSTAT
- Piccolo xpress
- Alere Triage MeterPro
- Osmometers 3320
Hematology/Coag
- VerifyNow (Coag)
- ACT Plus
- Roche CoagCheck XS
- Hemocue
- Sysmex XN300, XN530
- Alere Triage MeterPro
- Osmometers 3320
Hematology/Coag
- VerifyNow (Coag)
- ACT Plus
- Roche CoagCheck XS
- Hemocue
- Sysmex XN300, XN530
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LAB MANAGER & TECHNICAL CONSULTANT
FREEDMAN CLINIC OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
01.2022 - 12.2023
MLS GENERALIST
RAPIDES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
03.2020 - 01.2022
MLS CLINICAL INTERNSHIP
Rapides Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 02.2020
STUDENT RESEARCHER
LOUISIANA TECH UNIVERSITY
11.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology, Chemistry Minor
Louisiana Tech University
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