Jennifer A Brown
Cibolo,TX
Summary
Dedicated laboratory scientist well-versed in a wide array of Clinical testing protocols. Excellent multitasker with good communication and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in COLA, CLIA and OSHA requirements for medical laboratory work. Effective at working as generalist to conduct all types of tests. Quality-focused and collaborative team player with reputation for accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Supervisor
Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc.
San Antonio, TX
07.2007 - Current
- CLIA & COLA General/Technical Supervisor for High Complexity Laboratory Testing
- Responsible for the overall operation of the STAT Lab department that provides patient testing under strict turn-around-time constraints (TAT) in a fast-paced environment in the disciplines of Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry, Immunology, and Urinalysis
- Establishes, maintains, and revises departmental policies and Standard Operating procedures (SOPs) to include departmental programs, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Safety
- Oversees and reviews patient test and Quality Control results and directs or takes remedial action when necessary. Manages technical troubleshooting and provides technical supervision of laboratory personnel
- Directs the Proficiency Testing program to include sample handling and distribution, Peer Group review, and Corrective Action
- Conducts test Methodology and Procedure Validations on all laboratory test systems. Primary Operator/Expert for all laboratory instrumentation
- Organizes the lab and handles all internal and external regulatory CLIA and COLA inspections with a record of six straight zero deficiency inspections
- Oversees the operation, troubleshooting, routine and preventative maintenance of all laboratory instrumentation
- In charge of inventory and ordering all reagents, supplies, and acquisition and procurement of new analyzers and related service contracts
- Ensures adherence to all HIPAA and Compliance policies across all patient data handling, systems and training
- Responsible for hiring, orientation, training, and Competency Assessment of all testing personnel. Reviews, corrects, and approves time cards for processing by payroll department
- Conducts probationary, six months, and annual Performance Evaluations of all testing personnel
- Handles testing personnel work schedules and time off and performs patient testing when short-staffed
Medical Technologist
Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc.
San Antonio, TX
02.2005 - 07.2007
- Followed laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, and reporting of patient test results
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot test systems and take Corrective Action when necessary
- Followed established procedures for quality control performance and documentation
- Evaluated discrepant patient results and identified issues that could adversely affect test performance
- Performed and documented scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance
- Followed all safety, infection control, and OSHA Bloodbourne Pathogen guidelines
- Participated in department Quality Assurance and Laboratory continuing education programs
- Communicated with other laboratory staff and clients to ensure quality patient care
- Maintained knowledge base through continuing and formal education
Medical Technologist
Esoterix Infectious Disease Center
San Antonio, TX
07.2003 - 02.2005
- Performed the following clinical testing: Serum and Urine protein Electrophoresis to include immunofixation (IFE) and interpretation, eight manual ELIZA assays, three latex agglutination assays, two Hemagglutination assays, Lyme Western blots, Total Complement assay, and DNase B tube titers
- Documented and maintained Quality Control and patient records for both patient and Clinical Trial results
- Notated monthly inventory and aided in the ordering of necessary reagents and consumable supplies
- Performed instrument troubleshooting and notified manufacturer Technical Support when unable to resolve issues
- Assisted in the training of other technologists
- Participated in monthly Quality Assurance meetings
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Texas Health Science San Antonio
San Antonio, TX2003
Transfer courses for Degree Completion at UTHSCSA
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, TXGeneral Core Curriculum
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Specimen handling
- Testing protocols
- Quality Control
- Quality Assurance
- Equipment maintenance
- Document Control
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Safety guidelines
- PC computer systems
- Laboratory Information systems
- Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Immunology, Urinalysis
Certification
- The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)--MT--Certification Number 218059
- The National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA)--Merged into ASCP
Timeline
Laboratory Supervisor
Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc.
07.2007 - Current
Medical Technologist
Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc.
02.2005 - 07.2007
Medical Technologist
Esoterix Infectious Disease Center
07.2003 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Texas Health Science San Antonio
Transfer courses for Degree Completion at UTHSCSA
The University of Texas at San Antonio
General Core Curriculum
San Antonio College