Kendra Washington

• Accurately perform and interpret laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
• Efficiently process specimens and maintaining optimal instrument performance.
• Timely report critical results to healthcare providers

• Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
• Ensured quality control, routine maintenance and troubleshooting on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
• Assisted in training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
• Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and reducing turnaround times.
• Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns while drawing blood and collecting samples as needed.

• Optimized procedures for reproducibility and reliability of results
• Assisted with data analysis and review of results for clinical trails for vaccine research
• Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures and results, ensuring transparency and replicability in future investigations.
• Performed data analysis and interpretation of results from clinical trials and epidemiological studies.
• Prepare reagents and solutions making readily available for testing and convenience

• Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses, while conducting maintenance and troubleshooting
• Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
• Collected blood and other samples from patients
• Mentored junior technicians
• Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay informed of industry trends and best practices.

• Performed Real-Time PCR using JBAIDS and RAPID system for DNA and RNA

• Extracted DNA using various kits

• Actively participated in quality assurance programs, helping to identify areas for improvement within the department.
• Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
• Collect, packaged and processed samples to be sent for further testing with in the peninsula
• Participated in CAP surveys and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.

• Resident technical training for medical laboratory including Chemistry, Coagulation, Hematology, Microbiology, Blood Bank and Specimen collection and processing