Katelyn Schwall
West Allis,WI
Summary
Diligent Medical Laboratory Technician with solid background as Medical Laboratory Technician. Skilled in performing diagnostic tests and maintaining laboratory equipment, with proven track record of ensuring compliance with safety standards. Demonstrated ability in precise specimen handling and effective data analysis.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Zoetis
11.2020 - Current
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and reducing turnaround times.
- Reduced turnaround time for critical tests by optimizing laboratory workflows.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Consulted with outside professionals and specialists about tests and testing results.
- Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing for various medical conditions.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Ethos WVRC
05.2020 - 11.2020
- Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted operation.
- Contributed to improved patient outcomes by providing accurate and timely data analysis for diagnosis and treatment planning purposes.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Aurora West Allis Memorial Hospital
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing for various medical conditions.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Conducted complex biochemical tests to support diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Marshfield Clinic
03.2014 - 02.2020
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Collaborated with physicians to provide critical input on clinical decisions, based on test results.
- Troubleshot complex technical issues with laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Improved patient care by accurately performing and analyzing laboratory tests.
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Herzing University
Brookfield, WI06-2013
Skills
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Equipment calibration
- Serology testing
- Test documentation
- Laboratory information systems
- Hematology analysis
- Chemistry testing
- Parasitology identification
- Urinalysis testing
- Quality control
- Critical thinking
- Coagulation and hematology analyzers
- Quality testing
Certification
- MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Zoetis
11.2020 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Ethos WVRC
05.2020 - 11.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician
Aurora West Allis Memorial Hospital
10.2019 - 05.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician
Marshfield Clinic
03.2014 - 02.2020
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Herzing University
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