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Kennedy Cummings

Tampa,FL

Summary

Reliable Medical Technologist with current ASCP certification and excellent clinical laboratory skills. Successful at conducting and analyzing laboratory assays with high level of accuracy.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Lab Assistant- Microbiology/Bacteriology

BayCare Medical Group
Tampa, FL
07.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated and processed biological specimens to support accurate and appropriate testing procedures.
  • Properly documented all variables relative to specimen processing.
  • Used appropriate collection and processing procedures to avoid inadequate specimens and promote reliability of blood products.
  • Followed standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
  • Utilized Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) for the entry and retrieval of patient data, improving efficiency.
  • Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
  • Maintained patient, specimen and tracking data using laboratory computer system.
  • Engaged in the collection and processing of biological specimens, ensuring sample integrity.
  • Organized laboratory workflows to maximize efficiency and productivity.
  • Engaged in the troubleshooting and resolution of technical problems with laboratory equipment and assays.
  • Coordinated prioritization, receipt and delivery of laboratory specimens.

Customer Service Representative

Home Shopping Network
Tampa, FL
10.2022 - 07.2023
  • Conferred with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products or services and take orders.
  • Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions.
  • Updated databases with new and modified customer data.
  • Monitored customer satisfaction levels through surveys and feedback forms.
  • Adjusted bills and refunded money to resolve customers' service or billing complaints.

Customer Service Representative

Nestle USA
Brandon, FL
06.2020 - 10.2021
  • Conferred with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products or services and take orders.
  • Strengthened customer retention by offering discount options.
  • Used approved scripts to de-escalate angry customers during telephone interactions.
  • Adjusted bills and refunded money to resolve customers' service or billing complaints.
  • Identified opportunities for upselling additional products or services based on customer needs.
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism when dealing with difficult customers.
  • Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments, and provided payment option setup assistance.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science

Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL
05-2020

Skills

  • Patient confidentiality
  • Sterile technique
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Laboratory information systems
  • Biohazard waste disposal
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Adaptable to change
  • Slide staining
  • Sample preparation
  • Reagent handling
  • Microscope operation
  • Lab safety procedures
  • Microbiology techniques
  • Specimen Processing

Certification

  • ACSP Certified
  • State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist License

Timeline

Medical Lab Assistant- Microbiology/Bacteriology

BayCare Medical Group
07.2023 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Home Shopping Network
10.2022 - 07.2023

Customer Service Representative

Nestle USA
06.2020 - 10.2021

Graduate Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science

Hillsborough Community College

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Kennedy Cummings