Laura Megan Herrington, M.S.
Medical Lab Scientist (ASCP^cm)
Hoover,AL
Summary
Knowledgeable laboratory professional skilled in all facets of medical laboratory testing. Quality-driven team player with accuracy-focused and efficient approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Lab Scientist, Blood Bank
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
Birmingham, AL
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
- Maintained required blood bank supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations. This includes performing QC for all testing methods.
- Responsible for release of blood and blood products to doctors for both planned and emergent patient care settings. If unused, responsible for returning unused blood to inventory.
- Participated in evaluation of new laboratory techniques and instruments. e.g. Ortho Vision
- Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
Clinical Lab Scientist
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Extrapolated test data with both manual and computerized procedures for microbiology and molecular specimens.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
Clinical Lab Scientist
Princeton Baptist Medical Center
Birmingham, AL
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Conducted chemical and microscopic analysis of body fluids and CSF to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
- Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with OSHA, Universal Precautions, and quality assurance policies.
- Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using Cerner for storage and retrieval.
- Utilized microscopy, spectrophotometry and chromatography following procedures for accurate results.
- Prepared tissue for microscopic examination by pathologists.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS
Huntsville, AL
07.2010 - 01.2013
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Coordinated with physicians and insurance agency representatives for speedy resolution of prescription discrepancies.
Production Assistant
ICubate
Huntsville, AL
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Located at the Hudson Alpha Institute for Biotechnology in Hunstville, AL.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources for the start up lab run by Dr. Jian Han.
- Until automated processes were in place, assembled cassette's aseptically and with extreme precision to ensure the uniformity of each cassette. This was a predecessor to many current molecular analyzers.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL 08.2014 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Biotechnology
Calhoun College
Decatur, AL 08.2011 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Athens State University
Athens, AL 08.2004 - 05.2010
Skills
Aseptic lab procedures: point of care through the high-complexity testing
Database Management
Lab equipment maintenance
CAP, TJC, OSHA knowledge
Can perform most lab procedures both as they are, and on the bench as needed
QC and QA proficiency
Proven competence via ASCP and UAB assessment
Certification
MLS (ASCP)^cm
Timeline
Clinical Lab Scientist, Blood Bank
Tenet Healthcare Corporation
09.2022 - 11.2022
Clinical Lab Scientist
DCH Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 04.2017
Clinical Lab Scientist
Princeton Baptist Medical Center
06.2016 - 12.2016
MLS (ASCP)^cm
05-2016
Master of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Alabama At Birmingham
08.2014 - 05.2016
Production Assistant
ICubate
01.2012 - 11.2012
Associate of Science - Biotechnology
Calhoun College
08.2011 - 05.2013
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS
07.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Athens State University
08.2004 - 05.2010