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Karen Blackwell

Greenville,South Carolina

Summary

To have a challenging career in the industry and to associate with an organization that can utilize my skills, abilities, and knowledge as well as provide opportunities for professional growth and satisfaction. Most importantly to become a part of a dynamic team. Ready to bring 10 years of related experience to challenging new roles. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Molecular Technologist

Diversified / CPT Medical
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Receive, unpack, verify, and record incoming Covid-19 samples
  • Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
  • Arrange for transportation of products
  • Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.

Patient Observer

Greenville Healthcare System
07.2018 - 12.2019
  • Bedside observation
  • Monitored assigned patients to ensure safety and prevention of injury.
  • Functioned under supervision of Registered Nurse who is responsible for assigned patient’s care.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ensuring patient within arm’s length of patient unless relieved for scheduled break
  • Confidentially, accurately, and legibly reported and documented patient care on designated observation form.
  • Supported needs of 1+ residents under long-term care
  • Responded to patient concerns and questions with compassionate and knowledgeable service

Material Specialist

Prisma healthcare
02.2017 - 07.2018
  • Performed day to day functions related to process for which supplies are issued to and returned from nursing stations
  • Maintained Computerized Supply Systems and Mobile Supply Chain using automated computerized transport system (ATS)
  • Provided supplies and clinical equipment tracking
  • Lowered overall cost by reducing inventory levels
  • Increased inventory turns
  • Ensured all materials were utilized before expiration date.
  • Worked with 6-member team to move and reorganize bulk warehouse, increasing material inventory and pull accuracy 100%
  • Monitored inventory storage locations to guarantee safe and efficient movement of materials for stocking and issuing.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

UTC AEROSPACE
08.2004 - 03.2016
  • Tracked inventory levels
  • Handled all aspects of shipping and receiving
  • Maintained accurate records
  • Affixed shipping labels on packages
  • Weighed packages
  • Inspected and verified incoming goods against invoices
  • Recorded discrepancies and rejected damaged goods
  • Routed items to designated departments
  • Organized storage areas to maximize efficiencies of material movements
  • Minimized labor requirements.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 30 packages per day

Education

High School Diploma -

Clinton High School
Clinton, SC
1988

Skills

  • Skills & Abilities
  • IT Proficient
  • Admirable Communication Skills
  • Skillful Organization Skills
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Detailed orientated
  • Electronic Communication

Timeline

Molecular Technologist

Diversified / CPT Medical
09.2021 - 06.2023

Patient Observer

Greenville Healthcare System
07.2018 - 12.2019

Material Specialist

Prisma healthcare
02.2017 - 07.2018

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

UTC AEROSPACE
08.2004 - 03.2016

High School Diploma -

Clinton High School

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