Jill Kehne
Massachusetts General Hospital-Special Coagulation Lab
Nashua,NH
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Language
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Certification
32
years of professional experience
Professional scientist with comprehensive experience in medical laboratory environments. Demonstrates expertise in diagnostic testing, quality control, and data analysis. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in utilizing advanced laboratory equipment, implementing safety protocols, and maintaining accurate records. Reliable, results-driven, and committed to upholding high standards.
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist II
1 Year 7 Months- Special coagulation laboratory working on factor deficiencies, lupus testing, ELISA, hyper coagulation testing, von Willebrand, mixing studies, calibrations, new lot crossovers, quality control, serving as a liaison with pipette calibrations and inventory, training new employees and students, and working on special projects when offered.
- Conducted specialized coagulation tests to assess patient hemostatic function.
- Analyzed laboratory results, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established protocols.
- Developed and implemented quality control measures to enhance testing reliability.
Medical Laboratory Technician II
6 Years 2 Months- Operated XN-9000, XN-9100, SP1000, SP50 stainers, Cellavision, Inversa, IRIS IQELITE, Aution Max AX 4030, STAGO Star Max, Stago Compact, ACL Top 350 and 750, Hemocell, HemoHub middleware, and Biomerieux Vidas.
- Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment for optimal performance.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on laboratory protocols and best practices.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to ensure accurate diagnostic results.
Medical Laboratory Technician
7 Months- Gained experience performing routine and specialty tests using Roche Cobas e501, e601. I also had experience with the Radiometer ABL800 Flex for blood gases. Performed daily and weekly instrument maintenance along with quality control and calibrations.
- Conducted complex biochemical analyses using advanced laboratory instrumentation.
CLS III
5 Months- Utilized XN-9000, ESR Stat Plus, IRIS, Clinitek, manual differentials, body fluids, sickle cell screening, bone marrow processing, ACL TOP 500 and 550, joint fluid crystal testing, factor deficiencies, EPIC to perform accurate diagnostic testing and analysis.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Medical Laboratory Technician
23 Years- Served as generalist in hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, assisting in specimen processing, send-out testing, clerical work, and phlebotomy. I have experience with the Vista Dimension EXL, Vitros 500 and 250, Vitros ECIQ, ABL Radiometer 90 blood gas analyzer, STAGO Compact, Sysmex XE-5000, SP1000 stainer, CellDyne 3200, Ortho Centaur, IRIS, gram stains and plating cultures, BACTEC, various kit tests such as HIV, HCG, Sofia analyzer used for influenza and strep testing, Leukovue for fecal WBCs. I oversaw the new lot QC for the kit testing and the Sofia analyzers, ensuring it was always ready for others to put into use as well as being CAP compliant. I also worked with body fluids, manual differentials, joint fluid crystal identification, EPIC
- Conducted routine and specialized chemical analyses on various biological samples.
- Ensured accuracy of test results through meticulous quality control measures.
- Operated and maintained complex laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
Medical Laboratory Technician
2 Months- Prepared bone marrow specimens for analysis in the pathology lab.
Education
Associates - Medical Technology
Bachelors - Medical Lab Sciences
Program: MLT to MLS
Bachelors - Information Technology
Skills
Laboratory expertise
Biochemical assays
Regulatory compliance
Specimen analysis
Instrument Calibration
Sample testing
Urinalysis
Serology procedures
Microbiology techniques
Safety protocols
Equipment operation
Equipment maintenance
Data analysis
Critical thinking
Quality assurance
Critical thinking
Accomplishments
I was sent to Werfen to become a trainer for the ACL Top 350 and 750 coagulation analyzers.
I was an in-charge technologist on night shift when the senior technologist was not scheduled to work.
I took charge of the new lot QC for the kit tests so they would be ready to be put into use when it was time.
Certification
- MLS - Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Licensed ASCP - 06/18/2025-06/30/2028
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist II
Massachusetts General Hospital-Special Coagulation Lab
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Medical Laboratory Technician
Brigham and Women’s Hospital-Core Chemistry Lab
08.2019 - 03.2020Read More
Medical Laboratory Technician II
Massachusetts General Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2025Read More
CLS III
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
06.2018 - 11.2018Read More
Medical Laboratory Technician
M Health-University of Minnesota
07.2001 - 09.2001Read More
Medical Laboratory Technician
M Health Fairview Southdale
09.1994 - 09.2017Read More
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Bachelors from Information Technology
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University of Arkansas Medical Sciences
Bachelors from Medical Lab Sciences
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Rochester Community and Technical College
Associates from Medical Technology
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