Lisa Edwards
Covington
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specimen Technician II
Quest Diagnostics
05.2024 - Current
- Demonstrates proficiency in responsibilities of SPT II
- Meets productivity and quality standards
- Understands the complex relationship between test(s) ordered and received
- Implement quality control measures to enhance specimen integrity.
- Ensure accurate test results by strictly adhering to laboratory protocols and procedures.
- Streamline workflow through effective communication with colleagues, leads, and supervisors regarding specimen-related concerns or issues.
Courier Driver
Lasership/OnTrac
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Complete daily deliveries of packages to include payroll and prescriptions to various locations within designated time frames, ensuring prompt and accurate delivery.
- Utilize GPS navigation systems and route planning to optimize delivery routes and minimize travel time.
- Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills.
School Bus Driver
Newton County School District
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Safely operated a school bus to transport students to and from school, adhering to all traffic laws and maintaining a clean driving record.
- Conducted pre-trip and post trip inspections, ensuring the bus is in optimal condition and reporting any mechanical issues promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
Trainer - Drug Monitoring / Pre-Analytical
Quest Diagnostics
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Led onboarding sessions for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into company culture
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity
- Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and skills, informing future program development
- Provided Supervisor with feedback and progress reports for all employees
- Demonstrated proficiency and understanding of all job duties/functions and Standard Operating Procedures
- Provided feedback on SOP updates
- Responsible for processing Proficiency Testing samples
- Responsible for Hamilton instrumentation training
Technical Assistant (Chemistry/Microbiology)
Grady Memorial Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Perform specimen processing in preparation for analysis by Technician and/or Scientist
- Train and operate the Previ Isola Instrument for plating urine specimen
- Manually plate specimens for microbiology, mycology, bacteriology and virology testing areas
- Order test(s) on specimen from Operating Room and Emergency dept as well as other departments
- Communicate test results to appropriate individuals
Forensic Toxicology Processing Technician
Quest Diagnostics
2006 - 01.2017
- Understand the QTN Lab Information System
- Completed Maxilog Data Entry
- Understand and adhere to strict forensic practices
- Processed urine specimens for regulated and non-regulated testing independently
- Performed flexilog on routine urine specimens at 90 CCF's per hour
- Scans/images of all custody and control forms
- Discared negative samples
Administrative Assistant
The Children and Teenagers Foundation, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Provide administrative support including filing, faxing, copying, correspondence with DFACS (Department of Family and Children Services) and DJJ (Department of Juvenile Justice) agencies and word processing
- Maintained payroll spreadsheet
- Performed basic accounting functions
- Managed switchboard
- Provided client and social worker support including DFACS for several major metro Atlanta counties
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest Dekalb High School
Decatur, GA06-1993
Skills
- QTN Laboratory System
- Epic System
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- 10-key, WPM 55
Certification
CDL B license with air brakes, passenger, and school bus endorsements
Timeline
Specimen Technician II
Quest Diagnostics
05.2024 - Current
School Bus Driver
Newton County School District
01.2022 - 01.2023
Courier Driver
Lasership/OnTrac
01.2021 - 01.2024
Trainer - Drug Monitoring / Pre-Analytical
Quest Diagnostics
01.2017 - 01.2022
Technical Assistant (Chemistry/Microbiology)
Grady Memorial Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2017
Administrative Assistant
The Children and Teenagers Foundation, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2004
Forensic Toxicology Processing Technician
Quest Diagnostics
2006 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Southwest Dekalb High School