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Kara Bryant

Idaho Falls,ID

Summary

Experienced Laboratory Supervisor skilled at managing documents and reports according to strict standards. Eager to bring several years of experience, exceptional planning abilities, and skills in project management to a position I am passionate about.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Supervisor

Southeast Idaho Family Practice
Idaho Falls, Idaho
06.2010 - Current
  • Laboratory technician and supervisor of a laboratory at a five provider family practice office.
  • Managed the laboratory coding and billing.
  • Responsible for test and supply ordering, equipment maintenance, calibration and verification testing.
  • Managed the OSHA bloodborn pathogens training program for the office.
  • Performing moderately complex and basic patient testing in urinalysis, hematology, chemistry, microbiology and serology.
  • Performed phlebotomy, IV therapy, therapeutic injections and immunizations.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to laboratory staff on a variety of techniques.

Medical Assistant in Clinical Capacity

Southeast Idaho Family Practice
Idaho Falls, ID
06.2010 - 03.2013
  • Medical assistant in a clinical capacity, assisting the provider with 30 to 40 patients per day.
  • Included taking vital signs, communicating with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit, take complete medical history, review medications and record information in the clinics EMR ensuring HIPPA compliance.
  • Perform theraputic and immunization injections, pulmonary function tests, and EKG's .
  • Prepare patients for exams and medical procedures. Clean and sanitize tools and equipment daily. Apply simple dressings.

Medical Assistant in Clinical Capacity

Community Care Rexburg
Rexburg, ID
04.2005 - 03.2014

Phelbotomist

Oak Valley Hospital
Oakdale, CA
05.2003 - 04.2005
  • Phlebotomist in a rural hospital setting.
  • Drawing blood from 50+ patients per day.
  • Assisted the Clinical Laboratory Scientists in microbiology set up, slide staining, hematology, urinalysis, immunology, and chemistry.
  • Part of the code and trauma team for the Emergency room and the hospital.
  • Performed phlebotomy in sterile surgical settings as needed.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID
12-2009

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Policy Development
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Training and mentoring
  • Schedule Management
  • Staff Management
  • Meeting Coordination
  • Project Coordination

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Baking
  • Learning About History and Other Cultures
  • Dog Training
  • Hiking and Exploring Nature

Timeline

Laboratory Supervisor

Southeast Idaho Family Practice
06.2010 - Current

Medical Assistant in Clinical Capacity

Southeast Idaho Family Practice
06.2010 - 03.2013

Medical Assistant in Clinical Capacity

Community Care Rexburg
04.2005 - 03.2014

Phelbotomist

Oak Valley Hospital
05.2003 - 04.2005

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Idaho State University
Kara Bryant