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Meghan Murphy

Janesville,WI

Summary

Hardworking, punctual and professional, willing to work various shifts and driven to Detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant brings extensive record of success in systematically supporting laboratory operations. Collaborative team player proficient in laboratory policies and procedures. Committed to completing work with well-coordinated, systematic approach.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

UW Health, Swedish American Hospital
Rockford, IL
06.2017 - Current
  • Performing as a phlebotomist in the Emergency room, throughout hospital and clinic. Room patients, take vitals, schedule appointments, help in procedures as needed and complete all necessary paperwork as needed.
  • Acting Lead person in the department as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
  • Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
  • Monitored quality control measures for accuracy of test results.
  • Calibrated instruments according to manufacturer specifications.

Personally Injury Investigator

Hausmann-McNally Law Office
Milwaukee, WI
04.2013 - 06.2017
  • Researched applicable laws regarding personal injury cases in order to ensure compliance.
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining findings from investigations.
  • Organized evidence gathered from interviews, photographs, and other sources.
  • Obtained statements from third parties who may have been affected by a personal injury incident.
  • Traveled locally or nationally as required by an investigation assignment.
  • Reviewed case files for accuracy and completeness of information.

Wellness Screener-Independent Contractor

Total Wellness
Milwaukee, WI
09.2012 - 06.2017
  • Hired by large companies to perform health exams on their employees for insurance purposes
  • Histories, vitals, labs, height, weight
  • BMI and Counseling.
  • Monitored patient progress towards achieving their personal health goals.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for clients.
  • Utilized various diagnostic tools such as EKGs

Wellness Screener-Independent Contractor

Summit Health
Kansas City, MO
05.2012 - 06.2017
  • Hired by large companies to perform health exams on their employees for insurance purposes
  • Histories, vitals, labs, height, weight
  • BMI and Counseling.
  • Developed survey questionnaires for use in pre-screening interviews.
  • Conducted follow-up calls to ensure that participants were still interested in participating in a study.
  • Participated in quality control reviews of data entry processes for accuracy purposes.

Paramedical examiner-independent contractor

Portamedic
05.2010 - 05.2012
  • Hired by insurance companies to travel to client home. I would perform histories, physicals, lab work, vitals on perspective clients
  • Process and deliver lab work in timely manner.
  • Complete all needed paperwork.

Bio-tech Imaging Portable Technologist

Independent Portable Radiographer
Milwaukee, WI
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Responsible for traveling to many different sites within my given territory to performing radiographs
  • Responsible for development and scanning films from my home
  • Responsible for billing insurance claims.
  • Performed radiologic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients' medical conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure efficient workflow and optimal patient care.
  • Traveled between multiple facilities providing radiology services as needed.

Radiography Technologist-Level 1 Trauma Center

Rockford Health System-
Rockford, IL
06.1992 - 06.2006

Clinical Instructor 2002-2006

  • Responsible for the clinical and didactic education for 20 radiography students
  • Staff Supervisor
  • Performing duties as a skilled Radiographer, medical imaging, patient care, file room and clerical duties.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care during clinical rotations.
  • Assisted faculty members in designing curriculum for clinical courses.
  • Assessed student competency levels through direct observation in the hospital setting.
  • Mentored medical students throughout the year by providing advice on academic progress and career development.

Cardiovascular Technologist-1993-1998

  • Operated advanced imaging systems to produce images of the cardiovascular system for diagnosis and treatment purposes.
  • Prepared equipment for use in invasive cardiology procedures including setting up fluoroscopy machines, preparing contrast dyes, and ensuring sterile technique was used.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as cardiac catheterizations, angiograms, and pacemaker insertions.
  • Recorded blood pressure, limb volume changes and oxygen saturation to inform diagnostic processes.
  • Compared measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to evaluate conditions and identify abnormalities.
  • Checked, tested and maintained cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards.

Staff Technologist 1992-1993

  • Analyzed images for quality control purposes, making adjustments as needed to optimize image clarity.
  • Verified orders from referring physician prior to performing any radiological procedure.
  • Utilized PACS system efficiently for archiving and retrieving studies electronically.
  • Managed inventory of supplies required for daily operations including contrast media, sterilization supplies.
  • Followed applicable policies, regulations, laws and guidelines relating to medical imaging procedures.
  • IV starts
  • Lab assistant

Education

Associate - Healthcare Administration

Concordia University-Beloit Extension
01.2003

Certification Radiology - Radiology

RHS School of Radiology
Rockford, IL
06.1993

High School Diploma -

Craig High School
Janesville, WI
06-1986

Skills

  • Sample checking
  • Laboratory diagnostic equipment
  • Lab equipment calibration
  • Documentation requirements
  • Test Results Interpretation
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • Staff Training
  • Patient Education
  • HIPAA
  • Patient Safety
  • Records Management
  • X-rays
  • Patient Care
  • Trauma Radiography
  • Anatomy knowledge
  • Interventional Radiology
  • Venipuncture
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Excellent Communication
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Decision-Making
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Multitasking
  • Data Entry
  • Blood collection
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Staff Management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Document Control
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Fax operations
  • Scanning Documents

Workphone

8159974713

Timeline

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist

UW Health, Swedish American Hospital
06.2017 - Current

Personally Injury Investigator

Hausmann-McNally Law Office
04.2013 - 06.2017

Wellness Screener-Independent Contractor

Total Wellness
09.2012 - 06.2017

Wellness Screener-Independent Contractor

Summit Health
05.2012 - 06.2017

Paramedical examiner-independent contractor

Portamedic
05.2010 - 05.2012

Bio-tech Imaging Portable Technologist

Independent Portable Radiographer
01.2006 - 01.2007

Radiography Technologist-Level 1 Trauma Center

Rockford Health System-
06.1992 - 06.2006

Associate - Healthcare Administration

Concordia University-Beloit Extension

Certification Radiology - Radiology

RHS School of Radiology

High School Diploma -

Craig High School
Meghan Murphy