Karri Spanbauer
Wisconsin Rapids,WI
Summary
Dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist with extensive experience at Marshfield Medical Center, excelling in quality control and specimen processing. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through teamwork and analytical thinking. Skilled in microbiology techniques and committed to maintaining patient confidentiality while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Marshfield Medical Center
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to support patient diagnosis and treatment.
- Performed quality control procedures to validate test results and maintain accuracy in analyses.
- Documented test results meticulously in laboratory information systems for effective data management.
- Supported inventory management by monitoring supplies and assisting in ordering processes as needed.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality and professionalism by following strict HIPAA guidelines when handling patient information and test results.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2025
- Assisted in maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency in the lab.
- Maintained high levels of laboratory safety by adhering to strict guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Maintained certification with American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and MLS.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Froedtert Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Engaged in continuous learning of laboratory protocols and safety standards for effective practice.
- Participated in training sessions to familiarize with advanced laboratory techniques and technologies.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets related to accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction metrics within the lab setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI06-2017
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI01-1997
Skills
- Specimen handling
- Quality control
- Urinalysis
- Specimen processing
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Patient confidentiality
- Microbiology techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Instrument Calibration
- Hematology analysis
- Quality control testing
- Regulatory compliance
- Chemistry testing
- Parasitology identification
- Technical troubleshooting
- Immunohematology proficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Analytical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Time management
- Quality assurance
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Reliability
- Professionalism
Certification
- Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist, ASCP - 6/2029
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Marshfield Medical Center
11.2025 - 06.2026
Medical Laboratory Scientist
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2025
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Froedtert Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh