Megan Woodruff
Turbotville,Pa
Summary
Medical Laboratory Scientist with 13 years experience. Professionally grew to a Medical Tech Expert and continued to the top of the Chemistry department as an Analytical Specialist. Demonstrates ability to manage a department through teaching, evaluation, compliance, and adhering to policies for a safe environment. Seeking to use the many skills obtained to obtain new opportunities and broaden my job outlook and professional growth.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist-Analytical Specialist
GEISINGER MEDICAL LABORATORY
01.2011 - Current
- Reviews test results, quality control records, proficiency testing results and preventative maintenance records.
- Performed technical duties and provides technical knowledge and support to staff and clients within the lab chemistry area.
- Ensures that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems and quality assurance deviate from established performance specifications.
- Collaborates the planning of capital purchases and leases. Participates with doctoral directors for new testing/ equipment/ reagents/ instrumentation/ technologies with, validation, and evaluation.
- Maintains adequate inventory supply and management of purchasing, receiving, and inventory cost management.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Maintained high levels of laboratory safety by adhering to strict guidelines and conducting regular safety audits.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets related to accuracy, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction metrics within the lab setting.
- Maintained confidentiality and professionalism by following strict HIPAA guidelines when handling patient information and test results.
- Mentored new staff members, providing training on laboratory techniques and best practices for efficient workflow management..
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by staying current with developments and updating policies accordingly.
- Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
- Developed and optimized SOPs for analytical tests.
- Examined inoperative or malfunctioning production equipment to diagnose source of trouble.
- Repairs, calibrates and safely operates laboratory equipment to reduce costly instrument downtime.
- Successfully manages CAP proficiency testing for the chemistry department.
- Teaches medical technology students throughout the year with clinical rotations.
Field Surveyor
PENNSYLVANIA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE
2009 - 2010
- Tree pest identification, Emerald Ash Bore analysis
- Insect sampling, trapping and identification. Interaction with community/people skills.
Quality Control Technician
CONAGRA FOODS
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Performed quality assurance by testing water samples, analysis on in-process and finished products, makes accept/reject decision on incoming raw materials and pre-shipment samples, places defective product on hold by resolving and reporting defect issues, laboratory and problem-solving capabilities.
Quality Control Technician
WEST PHARMACEUTICALS
01.2009
- High quality testing services, including particle identification, water testing, applicable current good manufacturing practices, documentation and record keeping/traceability records, and quality assurance/control.
Waitress Trainer
LEJEUNE CHEF (PA College of Technology)
2007 - 2009
- Worked with the school of hospitality, incorporating multitasking, customer service, dining etiquette, and table service.
Education
Clinical Internship with direct experience and training in the laboratory diagnosis and theory of disease in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Toxicology, Microbiology, Immunology and Phlebotomy. -
WCA Hospital School of Medical Technology
Jamestown, NY07.2011
B.S of Science/Molecular Biology -
Clarion University
Clarion, PA06.2009
Skills
- Department subject matter expert
- Inspections and reviews
- Test method validation
- Workplace Safety
- Documentation skills
- Production troubleshooting
- Personable
- Communication
- Teaching
- Computer skills
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist-Analytical Specialist
GEISINGER MEDICAL LABORATORY
01.2011 - Current
Quality Control Technician
CONAGRA FOODS
01.2009 - 01.2010
Quality Control Technician
WEST PHARMACEUTICALS
01.2009
B.S of Science/Molecular Biology -
Clarion University
Field Surveyor
PENNSYLVANIA DEPT OF AGRICULTURE
2009 - 2010
Waitress Trainer
LEJEUNE CHEF (PA College of Technology)
2007 - 2009
Clinical Internship with direct experience and training in the laboratory diagnosis and theory of disease in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Toxicology, Microbiology, Immunology and Phlebotomy. -
WCA Hospital School of Medical Technology
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