Michelle Seyler
LENNOX,SD
Summary
Hardworking Medical Laboratory Scientist bringing 6 years of expertise in microbiology as well as 1.5 years as a Laboratory Scientist Generalist. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
Sioux Falls, SD
06.2016 - Current
- Perform laboratory tests and procedures; gram stain, culture, and identification of bacteria.
- Analyze medical specimens for the presence of microbial agents.
- Utilize PCR to detect viruses in clinical samples.
- Interpret results obtained from laboratory tests and reported them to physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Collaboration with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care is provided to patients with infectious diseases.
- Assist with development, validation, implementation, maintenance of automated systems used in the microbiology lab.
- Set up, clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Supervise, train or direct medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing.
- Cultivat, isolate or assist in identifying microbial organisms or performing various tests on microorganisms.
- Participation in continuing education programs to stay abreast of advances in the field of medical laboratory science.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control practices, noting best corrective action to remediate issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD06-2016
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Specimen handling
- Data Analysis
- Infection Control
- Copan WASP Micro Automation Line
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Testing Validations
- Organization and Time Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
06.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
South Dakota State University