Meredith Reid
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Histocompatibility Laboratory Technologist II
American Red Cross
Charlotte, NC
11.2019 - Current
- Record data accurately into electronic medical records system.
- Monitor inventory levels of laboratory supplies and materials; order new supplies when necessary.
- Analyze experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.
- Reduce occurrence of lab test errors for improved reliability and to avoid need for retesting.
- Organize lab reports for easy access by healthcare providers.
- Receive specimens and review for quality, labeling and accessioning,
- Assist in training new employees on laboratory techniques and safety procedures.
- Complete routine sample processing, validations and reagent QC runs.
Quality Control Laboratory Technologist
American Red Cross
Charlotte, NC
03.2004 - 10.2019
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Identified and reported issues affecting test performance.
- Reviewed and documented test results according to laboratory standards.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
- Completed routine sample processing, validations and reagent QC runs.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Manufacturing Production Technician
American Red Cross
Charlotte, NC
09.2003 - 02.2005
- Met the quality and quantity production goals, while prioritizing workload expectations, and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Performed good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing and distribution process.
- Performed data entry and operated the computer programs associated with component production, labeling, storage, and sample tube management.
- Analyzed and made decisions based on visual inspection and information provided from other departments to meet time.
- Performed complex manufacturing tasks, such as pooled product manufacturing, freeze, wash, or deglycerolizing of blood products, and pathogen reduction.
- Communicated effectively with internal customers, vendors, and volunteers.
PT Core Lab Administrative Assistant
Atrium Healthcare, Previously Carolinas Healthcare System
Charlotte, NC
07.2005 - 04.2011
- Proofread and edited documents to correct errors.
- Reviewed all forms for completeness prior to scanning them into the database.
- Checked completed work for errors or duplicate entries prior to submitting for processing.
- Verified accuracy of data entered into system by comparing it to source documents.
- Resolved discrepancies in information received from customers or other departments.
- Organized and filed data in appropriate locations for easy access to essential information.
- Assisted with special projects such as creating reports or spreadsheets for management review.
- Entered data into spreadsheets, documents and databases with high accuracy rate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC05-2001
Skills
- Data entry
- Laboratory safety
- Specimen processing
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Electronic medical records
- DNA extraction
- Analytical testing
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
Timeline
Histocompatibility Laboratory Technologist II
American Red Cross
11.2019 - Current
PT Core Lab Administrative Assistant
Atrium Healthcare, Previously Carolinas Healthcare System
07.2005 - 04.2011
Quality Control Laboratory Technologist
American Red Cross
03.2004 - 10.2019
Manufacturing Production Technician
American Red Cross
09.2003 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Winston-Salem State University
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