Kristy Andrus
Baton Rouge ,LA
Summary
Accomplished Medical Laboratory Technician with a proven track record at Woman’s Hospital, enhancing patient care through meticulous diagnostic testing and streamlined procedures. Adept in laboratory assay analysis and critical thinking, I excel in reducing error rates and turnaround times. Known for exceptional work ethics and teamwork, I consistently deliver accurate, timely results, contributing to informed clinical decisions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Womans Hospital
06.2016 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- 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.
- 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.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
- Collaborated with physicians to provide critical input on clinical decisions, based on test results.
- Streamlined test result reporting processes, ensuring timely delivery to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained high-quality standards by adhering to all laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
- Consulted with outside professionals and specialists about tests and testing results.
Histology Technician
Woman’s Hospital
06.2016 - 10.2023
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by streamlining histology procedures and workflow.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy with meticulous attention to detail in slide preparation and staining.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
- Performed complex tissue embedding processes, preserving samples for future analysis or archival purposes.
- Managed workload effectively under tight deadlines, prioritizing cases based on clinical urgency.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Prevost Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 05.2016
- Collect blood samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques and performing multiple laboratory testing alone in a timely manner with emergency room patients during night calls several times weekly.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing for various medical conditions.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Reduced turnaround time for critical tests by optimizing laboratory workflows.
- Conducted routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
Medical Laboratory Technician(PRN)
Promise Hospital
01.2014 - 05.2014
Education
Pre-Nursing/Biological Sciencss
Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LABiological Sciences
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LAAssociate Degree In Occupational Studies - Medical Laboratory Technician
Fortis College
Baton Rouge, LA08.2013
Associate Of Science - Science Education
Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LA12.2007
Skills
- Computer and organizational skills
- Quality testing
- Laboratory Assay Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Chemistry testing
- Histology preparation
- Blood and Urine Analysis
- Phlebotomy
- Data Analysis and Documentation
- Automated Laboratory Testing
- Tissue Embedding
Certification
LSBME License: CLS - Technician
ASCP Member
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Womans Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Histology Technician
Woman’s Hospital
06.2016 - 10.2023
Medical Laboratory Technician
Prevost Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 05.2016
Medical Laboratory Technician(PRN)
Promise Hospital
01.2014 - 05.2014
Pre-Nursing/Biological Sciencss
Southern University And A & M College
Biological Sciences
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Associate Degree In Occupational Studies - Medical Laboratory Technician
Fortis College
Associate Of Science - Science Education
Baton Rouge Community College
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