Jessica Raikes
Summary
Experienced medical lab technician skilled in conducting urinalysis, blood gases, and blood smears. Known for meticulous attention to detail and systematic handling of specimens. Excited to leverage six years of industry expertise in a dynamic new opportunity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
American Health Associates Inc.
12.2022 - Current
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Western Reserve Hospital
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Summarized test results and activities for management via verbal updates or written reports.
- Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
- Removed samples of materials following good practices to achieve accurate test results.
- Consulted with outside professionals and specialists about tests and testing results.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
- Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
Medical Laboratory Technician
University Hospitals of Cleveland
08.2019 - 11.2021
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
- Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
- Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.
- Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare solutions and reagents for testing needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Technology
Lakeland Community College
Kirtland, OH05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northland College
06.2013
Skills
- Quality assurance testing
- Quality control procedures
- Precision equipment calibration
- Data analysis
- Maintenance of lab instruments
- Laboratory chemistry testing
- Adherence to laboratory safety protocols
- Urinalysis testing
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Laboratory assay analysis
- Coagulation and hematology analyzers
- Workplace professionalism
Certification
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), ASCP, 107470
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
American Health Associates Inc.
12.2022 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Western Reserve Hospital
12.2021 - 07.2022
Medical Laboratory Technician
University Hospitals of Cleveland
08.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northland College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Technology
Lakeland Community College
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