Megan Steele
Munith,MI
Summary
Skilled Cytology Prep Technician with expertise in preparing and staining cytological specimens. Strong understanding of laboratory protocols, safety procedures, and quality control standards. Demonstrable skills in microscopy, computerized documentation and data entry. Previous roles have seen improvements in lab efficiency and accuracy due to process optimizations.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cytology Prep Technician
Henry Ford Allegiance Health
Jackson, MI
03.2021 - Current
- Ensured that all slides were labeled according to laboratory protocols before being placed in the appropriate slide file.
- Identified potential problems with patient samples such as inadequate fixation or poor labeling practices and took corrective action when necessary.
- Performed additional duties as assigned by management including data entry into laboratory databases.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, including washing and sterilizing equipment between uses.
- Assisted in the development of new methods for processing specimens as well as troubleshooting existing procedures when needed.
- Monitored inventory levels of reagents, supplies and equipment necessary for successful completion of cytology preparations.
Caregiver
Elder Ridge manor
Stockbridge, MI
09.2018 - 02.2021
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Napoleon High School
Napoleon, MI05-2010
Skills
- Quality control procedures
- Cell identification
- Staining techniques
- Specimen handling
- Gynecologic cytology
- Fine needle aspiration
- Non-gynecologic cytology
- Cytopreparation techniques
- Computer skills
- Specimen preparation
- Slide preparation
- Liquid-Based Cytology
- Time management
- Cell staining
Timeline
Cytology Prep Technician
Henry Ford Allegiance Health
03.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Elder Ridge manor
09.2018 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Napoleon High School