Jada Smith
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Technologist well-versed in performing tests such as urinalysis, blood gasses and blood smears. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring 5 years of related experience to challenging new role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Lab Technologist
Nationwide Children's Hospital: Biopathology Molecular Genetics Lab
11.2022 - Current
- Receives and accessions various types of biospecimen, including fresh blood and bone marrow, frozen tissue, frozen biological liquids, and paraffin materials (ex
- Glass slides, paraffin-embedded tissue)
- Accessions biospecimens into applicable databases (e.g., STARS, LabVantage, etc.), and performs data entry throughout the biospecimen lifecycle, including reviewing pathology and receipt documentation, data entry, biospecimen handling, and labeling.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
General Manager
Ultimate Battle Sports
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Maintain management of daily operations, interviewing, and training employees; planning; development of a chain of command, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; reward and discipline of employees; addressing and resolving concerns related to members and employees.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Medical Lab Technician
American Health Associates
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Conduct tests on patient specimens to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of disease
- Test blood, urine, stool, and sputum
- Microbiology, Hematology, Urine Analysis, Coagulation, Chemistry
- Performed thorough equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reduced downtime.
- Conferred with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears and elicit cooperation.
- Streamlined sample processing, prioritizing urgent cases for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy by performing timely and accurate laboratory tests on patient samples.
Research Assistant
Wilberforce
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Studying the behavior of Honeybees and Varroa mites
- Teach students the lessons and procedures of research (8th grade) NSF Research Scholarship Student Research Scientist for Central state university Student Research Internship
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Dietitian Assistant
Cleveland Clinic
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Knowledge of patient's diet, due to serving appropriate meals (Carb control, full liquid, clear liquid, Renal, etc.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to develop integrated care plans that considered patients'' unique medical conditions and dietary requirements.
- Promoted wellness initiatives within the facility by organizing events such as healthy cooking demonstrations and workshops on various nutrition topics.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing food waste while maintaining adequate supplies for diverse dietary needs.
Education
MBA -
Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, OH05.2022
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH05.2019
Skills
- Researcher
- Management
- Training
- Assistant
- Mentoring
- Lab Tech
- Knowledge of medicinal plants
- Healthy dieting
- Safety Regulations
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Patient confidentiality
- Hematology analysis
Timeline
Medical Lab Technologist
Nationwide Children's Hospital: Biopathology Molecular Genetics Lab
11.2022 - Current
General Manager
Ultimate Battle Sports
08.2020 - 08.2022
Medical Lab Technician
American Health Associates
10.2019 - 07.2020
Research Assistant
Wilberforce
01.2018 - 05.2019
Dietitian Assistant
Cleveland Clinic
05.2016 - 05.2017
MBA -
Baldwin Wallace University
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Central State University
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