Heather Cox
Wichita,KS
Summary
Medical Technologist bringing excellent clinical laboratory skills, including conducting and analyzing laboratory assays and solving complicated clinical and instrument problems.
Knowledgeable laboratory professional skilled in all facets of medical laboratory testing. Familiar with TJC, CLIA and COLA guidelines. Quality-driven team player with accuracy-focused and efficient approach, offering 25 years of industry expertise.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist
Wesley Medical Center HCA
04.2024 - Current
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
Laboratory Director
Rock Regional Hospital
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Came into a small hospital laboratory that did not have a manager or director for a year
- Struggled to staff and manage the laboratory
- Ultimately decided that I was not the best fit for Rock Regional
Laboratory Manager
Absolute Diagnostics, LLC
02.2021 - 07.2023
- Coordinated the opening of Absolute Diagnostics, LLC
- Performed initial validations and start up of all testing
- Testing included PCR, toxicology, clinical chemistry, hematology and coagulation
- Responsible for proficiency testing, quality control/quality assurance, validations, competencies and client service
- Responsible for the overall functions of the laboratory including interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning workflows and processes involved in managing a laboratory that would service and care for retirement homes, clinics, home health agencies, and concierge medicine providers; employee reviews and discipline; contracts with various companies supplying the laboratory; and inventory control
Coordinator
Affiliated Medical Services Laboratory
09.2017 - 02.2021
- Routinely performed medical laboratory tests in all areas of the laboratory
- Specialized in toxicology including performing screen and confirmation of drugs present in urine
- Testified in court on drug confirmation results and as an expert witness in toxicology
- Responsible for validation of testing on GC/MS and LC/MS analyzers
- In 2020, AMS closed its toxicology department and I stepped in as coordinator for the laboratory, which includes managing employees in the core laboratory, as well as completing proficiency testing, quality assurance and quality control testing and monitoring, and scheduling
Medical Technologist
Wesley Medical Center
08.2015 - 09.2017
- Routinely performed medical laboratory tests supporting a free standing emergency department and critical care lab
- Responsible for maintenance and quality control for chemistry, hematology, urinalysis and blood gas analyzers
- Read occasional gram stains and some minimal blood bank duties
- Aided the emergency department with room cleaning, stocking and miscellaneous needs
LC/MS Lead Operator
TriEpiq Laboratory, Inc
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Performed pain management drug screening/confirmations using LC/MS-MS, including specimen preparation and interpretation
- Prepared reagents and instrument maintenance as well as troubleshooting any various problems that arose
Medical Technologist/Certifying Scientist
Affiliated Medical Services Laboratory
06.1998 - 09.2015
- Routinely performed medical laboratory tests in all areas of the laboratory
- Specialized in toxicology including performing screen and confirmation of drugs present in urine
- Testified in court on drug confirmation results and as an expert witness in toxicology
- Responsible for validation of testing on GC/MS and LC/MS analyzers
Medical Technologist
Wesley Medical Center
12.2006 - 02.2015
- Routinely performed medical laboratory tests supporting a free standing emergency department and critical care lab
- Responsible for maintenance and quality control for chemistry, hematology, urinalysis and blood gas analyzers
- Read occasional gram stains and some minimal blood bank duties
- Aided the emergency department with room cleaning, stocking and miscellaneous needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05.1998
Skills
- Multiple laboratory diagnostic equipment experience
- Complex problem solver
- Excellent lab practices
- Quality control and quality assurance procedures
- Intimate knowledge of validation procedures
- Self starter
Certification
ASCP, BLS
Timeline
Medical Technologist
Wesley Medical Center HCA
04.2024 - Current
Laboratory Director
Rock Regional Hospital
07.2023 - 02.2024
Laboratory Manager
Absolute Diagnostics, LLC
02.2021 - 07.2023
Coordinator
Affiliated Medical Services Laboratory
09.2017 - 02.2021
LC/MS Lead Operator
TriEpiq Laboratory, Inc
09.2015 - 07.2016
Medical Technologist
Wesley Medical Center
08.2015 - 09.2017
Medical Technologist
Wesley Medical Center
12.2006 - 02.2015
Medical Technologist/Certifying Scientist
Affiliated Medical Services Laboratory
06.1998 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Wichita State University
ASCP, BLS
Similar Profiles
Tricia LindellTricia Lindell
Manager Neuro Trauma Specialty Unit at Wesley Medical Center HCAManager Neuro Trauma Specialty Unit at Wesley Medical Center HCA
Taylor AltmillerTaylor Altmiller
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery at Wesley Medical Center HCARegistered Nurse, Labor and Delivery at Wesley Medical Center HCA
Juana WeibertJuana Weibert
Scheduler at Wesley Medical Center HCAScheduler at Wesley Medical Center HCA