Jessica Welch

Medical Technologist 6/2001-8/2017

Medical Technologist- Technical Specialist 8/2017-11/2020

Senior Medical Technologist 11/2020- Current

•Correctly performs testing in an accurate and timely manner. Trained in specimen processing, gram stains, rapid antigen testing, molecular/PCR testing, bacteriology and susceptibility testing, and mycobacteriology.
•Communicates stat and critical lab results.
•Performance of QC, routine and advanced maintenance and instrument troubleshooting activities.
•Accurately prepares reagents and maintains proper inventory of laboratory section supplies.
•Maintains knowledge of required computer functions associated with ordering testing, performing testing, resulting testing and calling up various reports to assist in completing testing and the management of workflow.

•Coordinates and assists in the training of new and existing employees on new procedures and instrumentation and acts as a technical consultant to technologists, technicians, and/or students rotating through their area.
•Teaches in the School of Medical Technology and Lab rotations.
•Development and validation of new or updated technologies and provides written evaluation to supervisor.

• Performed and interrupted complex testing using MS and HPLC instrumentation.
• Performs quality control, routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Assisted with inventory control and safety checks.
• Participated in meetings with clinicians.
• Generated quality control reports for sonographers.

• Laboratory Work – Prepare laboratory samples for testing; operate imaging system as appropriate; communicate with departments and physicians regarding laboratory testing, results and sample requirements; prepare specimens and paperwork accurately for transfer and testing done in other departments.
• Data Entry – Enter and label laboratory samples in an accurate and timely manner; retrieve requisitions as requested; maintain a manual filing system for outpatient/inpatient requisitions.
• Computer knowledge – Maintain knowledge and competency in necessary computer systems and have a working knowledge of common operating systems in many areas of the department.