Jodi Reimer
Saint Francis,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician well-versed in performing tests such as urinalysis, chemistry and hematology. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring 31 years of related experience to a challenging new role.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Allina Health Coon Rapids Clinic
12.2020 - Current
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
- Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues with laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Trained new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures. I am currently a preceptor for new employees and students.
- Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.
- Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
Medical Lab Technician/Embryologist/Supervisor
Midwest Center For Reproductive Health
05.2000 - 10.2020
- Maintained high-quality results by strictly adhering to laboratory protocols and quality control guidelines.
- Performed thorough equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reduced downtime.
- Assisted in the implementation of new testing procedures for improved workflow efficiency.
- Contributed to cost savings by effectively managing laboratory supplies inventory and minimizing waste.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending relevant training workshops, seminars, and conferences related to Medical Lab Technician role.
- Prepared, processed, labeled and stored patient specimens and samples using standard techniques and equipment.
- Followed proper guidelines for safe handling of blood, body fluids and hazardous chemicals.
- Collected and analyzed blood and tissue samples to support diagnoses of medical conditions and treatment planning.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Assisted with laboratory research projects to advance knowledge and discovery in healthcare.
- Successfully froze and thawed embryos using vitrification techniques, preserving their viability for future use.
- Maintained a sterile laboratory environment by adhering to strict cleanliness standards, minimizing contamination risks during embryo handling.
- Assisted physicians with egg retrieval procedures, ensuring proper collection and preparation of eggs for fertilization.
- Provided comprehensive support to couples undergoing fertility treatments, addressing concerns and answering questions throughout the process.
- Used microscopic methods to conduct detailed semen analysis to test sperm count and motility.
- Contributed to clinic's reputation for excellence by consistently maintaining high standards in embryology practices.
- Responsible for the Safety Program for the Clinic
- Supervised techs in the Andrology/Reproductive Biology Lab
- Worked with the leadership team to ensure patients received the best quality care and the processes ran smoothly
Technical Correspondent/Lab Assistant
R&D Systems
11.1998 - 05.2000
- Answering technical questions and literature inquiries regarding research and diagnostic products
- Providing customers with technical information about product line and troubleshooting problems they are experiencing
- Preparing solutions and SDS-PAGE gels for silver stain analysis
- Concentration of mouse cell lines
Medical Lab Technician
Coon Rapids Medical Center
11.1993 - 11.1998
- Performed laboratory procedures in the areas of urinalysis, phlebotomy, coagulation, serology, chemistry, blood bank and hematology
- Specimen processing and preparation of specimens for reference labs
- Use of many different auto analyzers
- Participated in training students as well as new employees
- Presented in-services to co-workers for continuing education
- Training co-workers on new policies and procedures
- Performed daily, weekly, monthly and annual maintenance on several analyzers
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
Saint Paul Technical College
Saint Paul, MNSkills
- Specimen Collection
- Specimen processing
- Process and semen, oocytes, embryos and cells for testing and cryopreservation
- Quality control procedures
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sterile technique
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Data entry and documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Self Motivation
- Reliability
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Allina Health Coon Rapids Clinic
12.2020 - Current
Medical Lab Technician/Embryologist/Supervisor
Midwest Center For Reproductive Health
05.2000 - 10.2020
Technical Correspondent/Lab Assistant
R&D Systems
11.1998 - 05.2000
Medical Lab Technician
Coon Rapids Medical Center
11.1993 - 11.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
Saint Paul Technical College
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