Julayne Joseph
Clinical Scientist MT(ASCP)
Paris,IL
Summary
Bringing 36 years of expertise in microbiology, chemistry, transfusion medicine, and hematology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines and maintaining positive interactions with management and personnel.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Horizon Health
Paris, IL
10.2023 - Current
- Conferred with Medical Director and Laboratory Manager in all decisions concerning the lab, including hiring, purchasing, testing, scheduling, evaluating personnel, evaluating equipment, and problem solving.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, transfusion medicine, serology, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
- Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices and noted any concerns with manager.
- Summarized test results and activities for management via verbal updates or written reports.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
- Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Assessed new protocols and equipment for relevance and helped implement chosen updates.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
QA Coordinator, Laboratory
Horizon Health
Paris, IL
04.1997 - 10.2023
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Collected and analyzed data from various departments to prepare reports and presentations for management.
- Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between departments to manage lab activities.
- Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.
- Studied processes and developed reporting procedures to maintain administrative workflow.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
- Provided backup to bench to step in to assist with various tasks whenever employee was absent.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Horizon Health
Paris, IL
10.1990 - 04.1997
- Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality.
- Provided technical guidance and training to laboratory staff.
- Engaged in instrument maintenance and basic troubleshooting, serving as primary operator of instrumentation and reviewing QC and calibrator performance for assay integrity.
- Performed and documented hematological and chemical examinations on blood and other body fluids for detection and identification of communicable and other diseases.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to verify quality control.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop new procedures and protocols.
- Recorded and interpreted laboratory results.
- Gathered laboratory samples, monitored fluids and read test results to make accurate care decisions.
- Conducted and reported on microbiological, serological and chemical analysis on clinical and environmental samples.
- Investigated and resolved issues related to laboratory processes and procedures.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Ball Memorial Hospital
Muncie, IN
06.1988 - 08.1990
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Major: Medical Technology Minor: French
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 05.2001 -
Skills
Medical Equipment Maintenance
Laboratory Safety Protocols
Test Documentation
Specimen Collection
Equipment Testing and Calibration
Laboratory Information Systems
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Inventory Control
Staff Management
Training and Mentoring
Affiliations
American Society for Clinical Pathology
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Horizon Health
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Major: Medical Technology Minor: French
Ball State University
05.2001 -
QA Coordinator, Laboratory
Horizon Health
04.1997 - 10.2023
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Horizon Health
10.1990 - 04.1997
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Ball Memorial Hospital
06.1988 - 08.1990