Keiona Jenise Blackman
Cordova,TN
Summary
Experienced Medical Laboratory Technologist with a Master's Degree in Medical laboratory Science with three years of related experience. Proficient in laboratory techniques, quality control and clinical diagnostics expertise in microbiology, chemistry, hematology and blood bank. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist III
Methodist Lebonheur Germantown Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, AABB, and other regulatory standards.
- Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, microbiology, and blood bank to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating disease.
- Identified and troubleshooted technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Trained and mentored new laboratory staff to ensure a smooth transition to third shift.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Trained laboratory staff on new instrumentation and new software updates.
Laboratory Technician I (Rotating12 Hour Shifts)
PMC Biogenix
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Responsible for analyzing crude in process materials and finished products
- Maintained all analytical records and peer reviews data
- Analyzed materials in accordance to established specifications requested analysis which include physical measurement, gravimetric procedures, titrations and extractions
- Operated Karl Fischer and Mettler Toledo titrators as well as various other instruments
- Prepared Laboratory reagents and maintains clean laboratory equipment and glassware
- Executed wet lab procedures and instrumental analysis to ensure that cosmetics and drug products meet specific criteria (identity, quality, purity, strength, and physical characteristics)
- Prepared analytical samples per Standard Testing Methods (STM)
- Utilized Shimadzu GC-MS and HPLC software to carry out research and analysis
- Analyzed, interpreted, and peer reviewed data in lab notebooks
- Enhancements of current STMs And Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
Specimen Processor I (40 Hrs Per Week)
Idexx Laboratories, Inc.
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Responsible for receiving samples for analyzes and test to diagnose various animal illnesses
- Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) including safety and quality procedures
- Operated centrifuge to separate blood samples for testing
- Operated ANTRIM data entry to record information about specimens and sent to appropriate specialty lab area
- Processed late samples received in laboratory
- Assist with specimen storage and ensuring Turn Around Time (TAT)
- Performs other duties as assigned
Education
Master of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN05-2021
Bachelors of Science Degree - Chemistry
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS05.2016
Skills
- Hematology analysis
- Laboratory equipment maintenance
- Training and mentoring
- Blood bank operations
- Laboratory assay analysis
- Critical thinking
- Detail-oriented
Accomplishments
- Black Student Association Award (2021)-University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Certification
- Registered Medical Technologist MT(AMT)-American Medical Technologists.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist III
Methodist Lebonheur Germantown Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Laboratory Technician I (Rotating12 Hour Shifts)
PMC Biogenix
06.2018 - 08.2021
Specimen Processor I (40 Hrs Per Week)
Idexx Laboratories, Inc.
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Registered Medical Technologist MT(AMT)-American Medical Technologists.
Master of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Bachelors of Science Degree - Chemistry
Mississippi University For Women
Similar Profiles
Pauline DinhPauline Dinh
Cardiovascular Registered Nurse at Methodist LeBonheur Germantown HospitalCardiovascular Registered Nurse at Methodist LeBonheur Germantown Hospital
Heather SillsHeather Sills
Respiratory Therapist at Methodist Lebonheur Children's HospitalRespiratory Therapist at Methodist Lebonheur Children's Hospital
Amber AndersonAmber Anderson
Financial Counselor at Methodist Lebonheur Children's HospitalFinancial Counselor at Methodist Lebonheur Children's Hospital