Heather Ripple
Manvel,TX
Summary
Skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist with over 15 years of experience in the lab but more importantly is adept in optimizing laboratory competency. Detail oriented and diligent, focused on enhancing patient care. Committed to delivering precise and reliable laboratory services.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist Specialist
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, TX
10.2017 - Current
- Coordinated competency of 72 staff. Supervised direct observation of staff for competency.
- Updated competency documentation and quizzes
- Scheduled and attended competency meetings for each Microbiology section
- Contributed to departmental SOP revisions.
- Updated management calendar with proficiency shipping dates and sent reminders to management team regarding CAP surveys.
- Trained new staff and students on laboratory protocols, enhancing team efficiency and operational knowledge.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital spreadsheet.
- Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows.
- Conducted complex laboratory tests to support accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, TX
09.1998 - 04.2006
- Various roles including full-time, part-time, and PRN
- Conducted laboratory tests to diagnose and monitor patient conditions.
- Adhered to quality control protocols, enhancing accuracy of lab results.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets related to accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction metrics within the lab setting.
Research Assistant
USDA, ARS, Southern Crops Research Laboratory
College Station, TX
10.1994 - 07.1997
- Assisted in data collection and management for research projects.
- Contributed to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics.
- Facilitated cross-disciplinary research collaborations, broadening scope and impact of research findings.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
Education
Medical Technology - Clinical Laboratory Science
The Methodist Hospital School of Medical Technology
Houston, TX07-1998
Bachelor of Science - Bioenvironmental Sciences
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-1995
Skills
- Lab testing expertise
- Analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- Data analysis proficiency
- Technical equipment handling
- Quality control
- Team coordination
- Research aptitude
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded project to find new software for competency and compliance for Laboratory Medicine at HMH. Trained 12 managers and specialists on use of new software.
- Collaborated with external company to collect data on their Aspergillus lateral flow assay for pending FDA approval.
Certification
- MT - Medical Technologist (ASCP)
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist Specialist
Houston Methodist Hospital
10.2017 - Current
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Houston Methodist Hospital
09.1998 - 04.2006
Research Assistant
USDA, ARS, Southern Crops Research Laboratory
10.1994 - 07.1997
Medical Technology - Clinical Laboratory Science
The Methodist Hospital School of Medical Technology
Bachelor of Science - Bioenvironmental Sciences
Texas A&M University