Professional in laboratory operations with focus on sample accessioning and data integrity. Known for reliable handling of specimens and maintaining high standards of accuracy. Effective team collaborator with results-driven approach, adapting well to changing priorities. Key skills include data management and attention to detail, valued for consistency and reliability.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Accessioner
Genesis Reference Laboratories
06.2024 - Current
Carefully review patient demographics and sample collection information before accessioning specimens
Handle various sample types such as urine toxicology and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) samples including respiratory, sexual health, and urinary tract
Input data into laboratory information management system (LIMS), analyze result values, and release results
Perform maintenance and daily quality control and calibration on clinical chemistry analyzer AU680, accurately completing laboratory logs
Execute validity and presumptive screening on patient urine samples on AU680
Prepare laboratory supplies such as ethanol wash plates and mobile phases for liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) instrument
Communicate information to team members, including new processes, how to handle specimen issues, and performance feedback
Train and onboard new staff based on Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Shipping Expeditor
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
01.2022 - 09.2023
Assist 1st Shift in daily production and labeling of blood components, confirming no deviancy from written SOPs
Provide training and support to new onboarding staff
Properly identify and irradiate components designated for hospital, consultation, or research purposes, verifying proper data entry and record keeping electronically or manually
Fulfill research orders for various non-transfusable products including whole blood, whole blood derived plasma, expired apheresis platelets, and source leukocytes according to specifications such as CMV status and gender
Provide dependable with clients including troubleshooting orders, advising about offered products, and notifying clients of product availability
Correspond with RRPL team regarding shipment scheduling, daily goals and tasks, and pertinent information about clients and orders
Prepare, pack, and ship bulk non-transfusable components for manufacturing use according to clients’ contracts
Coordinate outgoing bulk shipments and ordering of necessary supplies on a timely and consistent basis
Complete and review accompanying paperwork for bulk shipments such as cover sheets, bill of ladings, and finalized test results in an accurate manner
Animal Care Attendant
Baylor College of Medicine
03.2019 - 04.2020
Perform routine husbandry tasks such as feeding, watering, and cage changing
Recognize and document signs of clinical illnesses during daily health checks
Observe breeding cages for new litters or litters ready to be weaned
Keep accurate recordkeeping through logs and animal censuses
Follow sanitation and sterilization procedures used in animal facilities
Attend to mice housed in Biohazard Health Level 2 facilities and follow according safety protocols
Train new employees on animal husbandry accordingly to institutional policies and government regulations
Education
GED -
11-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
01-2029
ALAT certification - undefined
03-2020
Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel
Experience with using LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) such as LabCollector, E-Delphyn, Report Library, and Clinysis
Completed TFT, Trainers for Training, program and received certification of completion
ALAT certification
Timeline
Lead Accessioner
Genesis Reference Laboratories
06.2024 - Current
Shipping Expeditor
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
01.2022 - 09.2023
Animal Care Attendant
Baylor College of Medicine
03.2019 - 04.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology