Jennifer SaboVega
Gainesville
Summary
Dedicated Laboratory Technician with extensive experience at UF Health Shands Hospital, skilled in laboratory safety protocols and specimen processing. Proven track record of enhancing workflow efficiency, significantly reducing turnaround times for critical tests. Adept at training staff and maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance in laboratory operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
UF Health Shands Hospital
03.2019 - 10.2025
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and analyses to ensure accurate results.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted in the preparation of specimens for testing and analysis.
- Documented test results meticulously to maintain data integrity and traceability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes in the lab.
- Trained new staff on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
Laboratory Technician
Lakeview Internal Medicine
08.2015 - 03.2019
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and analyses to support diagnostic services.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Assisted in sample collection, preparation, and processing for testing procedures.
- Documented test results accurately in electronic health record systems for patient tracking.
- Streamlined specimen handling processes, reducing turnaround time for critical lab tests significantly.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Trained junior technicians on laboratory techniques and safety protocols, enhancing overall team proficiency.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sample preparation
- Microscopy techniques
- Lab result interpretation
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Specimen processing
- Supply maintenance
- Reagent preparation
- Test reporting
- Machine maintenance
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
UF Health Shands Hospital
03.2019 - 10.2025
Laboratory Technician
Lakeview Internal Medicine
08.2015 - 03.2019