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Kimberly VanMeter

Gallipolis,OH

Summary

Versatile and dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician with a robust background in lab testing and safety protocols, honed at Holzer Medical Center. Excelled in quality control, equipment calibration, and team training, showcasing strong analytical skills and a commitment to accuracy. Proven leadership in laboratory environments and adept at fostering safety, underscored by certification in Breath Alcohol Training.


Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Laboratory Technician

Pleasant Valley Hospital
11.2009 - 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.
  • I also do Physician Practice Service Training
  • I am a Certified Breath Alcohol Trainer
  • I am also the safety person for the Lab.

Stay at Home Mom

Stay At Home Mom
10.1991 - 11.2009
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Holzer Medical Center
08.1983 - 10.1991
  • 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.
  • I was over lab week for several years.
  • I also trained students
  • I worked every department but mainly worked Blood Bank and Micro


Phlebotomist

Holzer Medical Center
03.1980 - 08.1983

I would come in at 4 am work till it was time to go to my MLT classes. After classes were completed I would go work until 11:00 pm and also worked weekends.


Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Rio Grande Community College
Rio Grande, OH
05-1983

Skills

  • Quality testing
  • Lab testing
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Equipment testing and calibration
  • I took some classes towards my bachelors but my parents were aging and my mom had several bad surgeries and I had to drop out due to needing to be there for my parents
  • I have ROCHE training at Indianapolis for Cobas 6000 and Cobas Pro's
  • I have worked every department here at Rivers Health

Reader

I am an avid reader,

I have worked with church with Leadership skill working with children.

I have worked also many Odd jobs, secretary, worked at Guiding Hand and Gallco as a Secretary/Aide as a fill in basis with mentally and physically handicapped.

Interests

We own and Farm with cattle

I have also worked as a Central Committee Person and a Secretary of my Political affiliation for several years

I love to cook and watch my 6 grandchildren

I have no retirement date set to date

  • Knitting and Crocheting
  • Avid Reader

Timeline

Medical Laboratory Technician

Pleasant Valley Hospital
11.2009 - Current

Stay at Home Mom

Stay At Home Mom
10.1991 - 11.2009

Medical Laboratory Technician

Holzer Medical Center
08.1983 - 10.1991

Phlebotomist

Holzer Medical Center
03.1980 - 08.1983

Associate of Applied Science -

Rio Grande Community College
Kimberly VanMeter