Linette Buckingham
Columbus,IN
Summary
Accomplished Medical Laboratory Scientist with a proven track record at Schneck Medical Center, adept in specimen handling and enhancing patient care through precise laboratory test interpretations. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and professionalism, significantly contributing to team success and laboratory efficiency. Skilled in Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, Microbiology (Culture Set Ups) and Chemistry testing, with a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards and regulatory compliance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Schneck Medical Center
Seymour, IN
05.2015 - Current
Currently Generalist: working in Blood Bank, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology (culture set ups), and Chemistry
Clinical Coordinator
Blood Bank Supervisor
Lab Safety Officer
Evening Shift Supervisor
Medical Technologist
Columbus Regional Hospital
Columbus, IN
05.2005 - 05.2015
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in Hematology, Chemistry, and Blood Bank departments.
Education
Bachelor In Medical Laboratory Science - MLS
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN06.1994
Skills
- Specimen handling
- Urinalysis
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Patient confidentiality
- Hematology
- Documentation skills
- Testing protocols
- Hematology analysis
- Cleaning procedures
- Molecular diagnostics
- Chemistry testing
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Equipment monitoring
- SOP implementation
- Specimen collection and processing
- Instrument maintenance
- Multitasking
- Quality Assurance
- Data Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Assay development
- Administration and management
- Data analyzation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Team Leadership
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability
- Protocol development
- Laboratory equipment operation
- Laboratory safety
Certification
BS MLS, ASCP
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Schneck Medical Center
05.2015 - Current
Medical Technologist
Columbus Regional Hospital
05.2005 - 05.2015
Bachelor In Medical Laboratory Science - MLS
Purdue University