Patricia Walker
Sumter,SC
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Lab Tech with a proven track record at Colonial Family Practice, adept in integrating new technologies and enhancing lab safety protocols. Excelled in critical thinking and lab equipment maintenance, significantly contributing to patient care through meticulous blood and urine analysis. Demonstrated exceptional adaptability and commitment to HIPAA compliance, ensuring high standards of patient data confidentiality. Knowledgeable laboratory professional skilled in all facets of medical laboratory testing. Familiar with TJC, OSHA and FDA guidelines. Quality-driven team player with accuracy-focused and efficient approach, offering 43 years of industry expertise.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Lab Tech
Colonial Family Practice
04.2006 - Current
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to new laboratory technologies and protocols, ensuring seamless integration into existing workflows and procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive troubleshooting of complex assays, identifying root causes of issues and recommending corrective actions.
- Contributed to the development of new testing methods by participating in research projects and pilot studies.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to strict safety protocols and proper waste disposal procedures.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and ethical guidelines for the handling of sensitive health data.
- Consistently met deadlines for delivering test results, contributing to timely diagnoses and treatment plans for patients.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
Patient Service Center Tech
Labcorp Of America
02.2004 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
- Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
Education
No Degree - Certificate of Phlebotomy
Low County Medical Training College
Charleston SC02.1983
High School Diploma -
Harleyville-Ridgeville High School
Dorchester, SC06.1982
Skills
- Lab Safety Protocols
- Blood Bank Operations
- Specimen Collection
- Quality Control Procedures
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
- Data Interpretation
- Urinalysis Performance
- Lab Equipment Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
- HIPAA Compliance
- Blood and Urine Analysis
- Patient Records Documentation
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Safety Compliance
- Phlebotomy
Timeline
Clinical Lab Tech
Colonial Family Practice
04.2006 - Current
Patient Service Center Tech
Labcorp Of America
02.2004 - Current
No Degree - Certificate of Phlebotomy
Low County Medical Training College
High School Diploma -
Harleyville-Ridgeville High School
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