Madisen Parlet
Jacksonville ,FL
Summary
Medical Technologist with 6 years of experience split between blood banking and molecular/ microbiology. Efficiently and accurately perform testing to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Ensures the high quality of the lab is maintained through quality control procedures, infection precautions, safety, and maintenance of equipment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist, Microbiology
Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
12.2021 - Current
- Performed identification and susceptibility testing for bacterial specimen of many different specimen types
- Performed molecular testing in a timely manner to meet turnaround times on stat and batched testing
- Initiated validation studies to create a more efficient workflow for specimen processing
- Managed the quality control of all microbiology media used for patient testing
- Participated in a “career ladder” project not only to advance to a higher position, but also to identify an existing problem and solution to help the lab run more smoothly
- Support coworkers when needed and always willing to lend an extra hand
- Experience with EPIC and Cerner
- Machines / equipment familiar with include the Panther, Cobas 4800, BD MAX, GeneXpert, Vitek MS system for identification, Vitek 2 for susceptibilities, WASP, and the Virtuo for blood cultures.
Medical Technologist, Blood Bank
Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
09.2019 - Current
- Performed manual and automatic blood typing, screening, and compatibility testing of patient samples
- Proficient in antibody and antigen typing for complicated patients in emergent and routine situations
- Experience with a very diverse patient population including neonates, OB patients, sickle cell patients, cancer treatment patients, pediatric traumas, and heart surgeries.
- Trained in MTP protocols for pediatrics, OB, and other adult emergencies
- Proficient in washing blood for ECMO patients
- Communicating with blood reference center for special requests, blood products, and general inventory needs
- Supporting the needs of nursing with answering questions, phone calls, ensuring the patient has the correct blood products for their needs
- Maintaining the equipment in the lab, ensuring all temperatures and functions are working and accurate
- Experience with EPIC, Cerner, and SoftBank
- Can perform a variety of testing for different scenarios which include: Manual tube method, manual gel testing, automated gel testing by the Ortho Vision Max, prewarmed methods, saline replacement, ABO discrepancies, etc.
Medical Technologist II, Transfusion Services
Mayo Clinic Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Handled a large number of outpatient tests daily, triaging the most critical patients and giving products / care in a timely manner.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Proficient in Mayo’s SoftLab system to correctly handle patient encounters and orders.
- Learned and mastered new blood bank techniques such as DTT treatment for multiple myeloma patients, and adsorptions for complicated work ups.
- Became proficient in other testing mediums, such as solid phase. Worked with the Neo and Echo for automated testing.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
04.2017 - 09.2019
- Handled a large number of outpatient tests daily, triaging the most critical patients and giving products / care in a timely manner.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Proficient in Mayo’s SoftLab system to correctly handle patient encounters and orders.
- Learned and mastered new blood bank techniques such as DTT treatment for multiple myeloma patients, and adsorptions for complicated work ups.
- Became proficient in other testing mediums, such as solid phase. Worked with the Neo and Echo for automated testing.
Education
Associate Of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Florida State College of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL08.2019
Bachelors Of Science - Biology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL08.2016
Skills
- Organized and efficient, even with large workloads
- Calm and level- headed in stressful situations
- Pleasant with coworkers and always willing to help
- Highly motivated and passionate about career and the laboratory as a whole
Certification
- MT - Medical Technologist by AAB
- MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician by ASCP
Timeline
Medical Technologist II, Transfusion Services
Mayo Clinic Jacksonville
07.2024 - 05.2025
Medical Technologist, Microbiology
Baptist Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
Medical Technologist, Blood Bank
Baptist Medical Center
09.2019 - Current
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Baptist Medical Center
04.2017 - 09.2019
Associate Of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Florida State College of Jacksonville
Bachelors Of Science - Biology
Florida State University