Kelly Kramer

Medical Laboratory Technician

Kossuth Regional Health Center

03.2005 - Current

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.
Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and reducing turnaround times.
Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
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.
Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.
Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns.
Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and updating laboratory policies, procedures, and protocols.
Also trained on on urine drug screen collection and breath alcohol for DOT and Non DOT drug screens