MARNIE HYLAND
Plymouth,WI
Summary
Scientific Medical Technologist with 32 years of training and experience in laboratory environments that optimize patient safety with minimal medical or health care errors. Demonstrated to perform laboratory tests and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing, monitoring, treating and preventing disease. Consistently employs methodical approaches to analyze results, establish procedures and use computers and specialized instruments for accurate and precise testing.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Manager/Medical Technologist
SHEBOYGAN PHYSICIANS GROUP
Sheboygan, WI
11.1997 - Current
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
- Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
- Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.s.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Participated in procedure and instrument development activities.
- Established and monitored quality assurance programs and activities to maintain accuracy of laboratory results.
- Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using Medcom and EPIC for storage and retrieval.
- Completed specimen collection and analysis while complying with OSHA, Universal Precautions and quality assurance policies.
- Transcribed laboratory test results into patient charts.
- Managed routine laboratory operations and supervised employees.
- Identified test system abnormalities with potential for negatively affecting test performance or reporting and corrected issues.
- Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells;and morphology of the cells
Medical Technologist
UW Hospitals & Clinics
Madison, WI
08.1990 - 09.1996
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
- Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Participated in procedure and instrument development activities.
- Operated Chemistry,Hematology,Coaggulation and Urinalysis analyzers, maintained laboratory equipment, and adhered to strict maintenance schedules.
- Analyzed samples of biological material for chemical content and reaction.
- Performed HIV and Hepatitis testing.
- Performed Gram stains and set up plates for Microbiology
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University of Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI08.1990
Skills
- Microscopic Examination
- Equipment Testing and Calibration
- High Complexity Testing
- Blood Sample Testing
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Specimen Testing and Analysis
- Medical Laboratory Equipment
- Universal Precautions
- Patient Data Processing
- Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Lab Specimen Collection
- Monthly Inventory
- Quality Improvement Plans
Certification
- MT - Medical Technologist, (ASCP)
Timeline
Laboratory Manager/Medical Technologist
SHEBOYGAN PHYSICIANS GROUP
11.1997 - Current
Medical Technologist
UW Hospitals & Clinics
08.1990 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University of Stevens Point
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