Katrina Johnson
Summary
Experienced Medical Laboratory Technician with 7+ years in managing laboratory operations and ensuring accurate test results. Proficient in phlebotomy, hematology, microbiology, chemistry, and blood bank. Skilled in performing diverse laboratory procedures and utilizing advanced equipment for precise outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Jefferson/Duncan County Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained records of all laboratory activities including inventory control logs, quality assurance programs and proficiency testing records
- Reported results of test and related test data by entering information in computer database
- Proficiently managed time while working independently or collaboratively with others in a fast-paced environment
- Prepared and calibrated test instruments and equipment to drive accuracy of tests
Medical Laboratory Technician
Bayou Bend Health System
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Maintained records of all laboratory activities including inventory control logs, quality assurance programs and proficiency testing records
- Operated laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, microscopes, spectrophotometers and automated analyzers
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment in the lab by following safety protocols
- Performed quality control tests to ensure accuracy and reliability of laboratory results
Medical Laboratory Technician
MCH HOSPITAL
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed Generalist task in laboratory.
Medical Laboratory Technician
UTHET Carthage
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Managed daily QC maintenance and calibration in a medical lab setting
- Conducted diverse laboratory tests including hematology and serology
- Oversaw blood bank operations, ensuring safety and accuracy
- Performed venipuncture with precision and care
Medical Laboratory Technician
Hamilton Hospital
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed daily QC maintenance and calibration in a medical lab setting
- Conducted diverse laboratory tests including: chemistry, urinalysis, blood bank, hematology, serology
- Screened for RSS, RSV STREP and FLU
- Ensured accuracy and efficiency in all laboratory procedures
- Contributed to the successful operation of Hamilton Hospital
Medical Laboratory Technician
Quest Diagnostics
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Performing PCR testing in Molecular 1 and 2 department
- Preforming COVID-19 testing Panther and Cobas analyzers
Medical Laboratory Technician
Hopi Healthcare Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Conducted wide-ranging laboratory tests including chemistry, urinalysis, and hematology
- Performed screenings for RSS, RSV STREP, and FLU
- Ensured accurate results by properly calibrating and adjusting malfunctioning equipment
- Executed hematological test, including red and white blood cell counts, sed rate, hemoglobin estimations, platelet counts coagulation time and clot retraction time
Medical Laboratory Technician
Rosebud Comprehensive Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Preparing specimens for analysis and establishing proper chronological priorities in testing
- Identifying abnormal test results and referring them to the Clinical Laboratory Scientist for further review
- Properly calibrating and adjusting malfunctioning equipment to ensure precise test results
- Executed hematological test, including red and white blood cell counts, sed rate, hemoglobin estimations, platelet counts, coagulation time, and clot retraction time
Medical Laboratory Technician
Northern Cheyenne Health Services
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Performed various laboratory testing and screening
- Responsibilities included: Chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, serology, RSS, RSV, STREP, and FLU
Medical Laboratory Technician
Pine Ridge Hospital
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed various laboratory testing and screening
- Responsibilities included: Blood bank tube and gel method, ER release, ABO /RH type and screen, and DAT RhoGAM workup
Medical Laboratory Technician
Vermont Medical Hospital
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Performed various laboratory testing and screening
- Responsibilities included: Chemistry Urinalysis Hematology, Mestox UADS testing, ABG Blood analyzers and Ark ray and the Aution 11 UA analyzer
Medical Laboratory Technician
Hospitality ER
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Sterile Practices for sensitive testing (MRSA, C-Diff, and CTNG, EHEC)
- Performed Sofia-Influenza and Strep Testing
Medical Laboratory Technician
Abilene Regional Hospital
05.2017 - 01.2019
- (Hematology, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Urinalysis)
- Performed CBC testing on analyzer, coagulation testing ordered by physician and media plating preparation for blood and urine
Education
Bachelor of Applied Sciences - Clinical Laboratory Science
East Texas Baptist University
05.2021
Associate of Applied Sciences - Med Lab Technician
Panola College
05.2018
Skills
- HIPPA compliance
- Lab Testing and Reporting
- Test instrument calibration
- Time Management
- Laboratory safety
- Sharp Critical Thinking
- Strong Work Ethic
- Quality Control
laboratory Instruments
SIEMENS
VITROS
COBAS
cepheid
SYSEMEX
BECKMAN&COULTER
STAGO
ACL TOPS
Certification
- Basic Life Support Provider Card BLS –American Heart Association.
- Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Jefferson/Duncan County Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Bayou Bend Health System
03.2023 - 06.2023
Medical Laboratory Technician
MCH HOSPITAL
05.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Laboratory Technician
UTHET Carthage
01.2022 - 04.2022
Medical Laboratory Technician
Hamilton Hospital
05.2021 - 12.2021
Medical Laboratory Technician
Quest Diagnostics
11.2020 - 05.2021
Medical Laboratory Technician
Hopi Healthcare Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician
Rosebud Comprehensive Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician
Northern Cheyenne Health Services
02.2020 - 05.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician
Pine Ridge Hospital
12.2019 - 01.2020
Medical Laboratory Technician
Vermont Medical Hospital
08.2019 - 11.2019
Medical Laboratory Technician
Hospitality ER
01.2019 - 08.2019
Medical Laboratory Technician
Abilene Regional Hospital
05.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Applied Sciences - Clinical Laboratory Science
East Texas Baptist University
Associate of Applied Sciences - Med Lab Technician
Panola College
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