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Natalia Drivas

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Highly skilled and motivated military laboratory technician with a diverse background in infection control, safety protocols, and labor representation. Seeking to leverage MBA and extensive experience to contribute to a dynamic team in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Laboratory Technician

Brooke Army Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.
  • Assisted with laboratory research projects to advance knowledge and discovery in healthcare.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.

Medical Laboratory Technician

United States Air Force, Randolph AFB
09.2020 - 05.2023
  • Organizing work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling, sorting specimens, and checking specimens' delivery according to laboratory specifications.
  • Maintaining quality results by running standards and controls, and verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance.
  • Serving as technical resource by participating in staff training.
  • Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions by alerting supervisory personnel.
  • Providing test results for patient diagnosis and treatment by operating chemistry, hematology, serology, urinalysis, and point-of-care equipment.
  • Contributing to safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers according to facility policy
  • Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential.
  • Applying business principles, including systems thinking, to healthcare environment such as a) financial management, b) human resource management, c) organizational dynamics and governance, d) strategic planning and marketing, e) information management, f) risk management, and g) quality improvement
  • Developing and maintaining effective office processes, procedures, and communications, evaluating and modifying ineffective systems, and adjusting as needed to ensure efficient work patterns and smooth communication flow; ensuring that all administrative systems are functioning in manner that facilitates efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Utilizing comprehensive knowledge of program management, regulations, and procedures including responsibility for formulating guidelines, implementing new developments, and providing policy interpretation.
  • Evaluating effectiveness of operations and developing service-wide quality programs, plans, procedures, and methodologies.
  • Serving as internal consultant to management on specific quality improvement and organizational development projects such as aligning organizational processes and reinforcing new practices.
  • Establishing reporting requirements and independently assuming follow-up responsibility for studies and projects, making process and policy recommendations to OIC based on findings of such studies and analysis, and developing and executing implementation plans.
  • Applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues and studies concerning efficiency and effectiveness of activities, processes, and/or functions related to mission; and recommending program changes and new policies to improve delivery of services.
  • Utilizing strong analytical skills to complete fact gathering, organizing, and presentations inherent in requirements analysis, alternatives analysis, technical project proposals, project, plans, and overall program coordination.
  • Utilizing comprehensive knowledge of project management policies, principles, and techniques to plan advanced system projects and lead task forces in resolution of critical problems which require innovative solutions.
  • Using program/project management techniques in development and execution of project plans including methodology, resource requirements, timelines, and priorities.
  • Ensuring completion of project documents and making certain they are uploaded into all necessary systems of record to track project progress and allow for analysis of historical trends.
  • Participating in designing, planning, organizing, and supervising occupational health and safety training programs for employees and promoting participation by other staff members.
  • Providing training to current and newly assigned personnel.

Infection Control Coordinator

United States Air Force, Randolph AFB
12.2020 - 02.2023
  • Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
  • Collaborate with facility leadership and medical director to develop, implement, and evaluate annual infection prevention goals and action plans.
  • Establish facility-wide system for prevention, identification, investigation, and control of infections of residents, staff, and visitors, including surveillance designed to identify possible communicable diseases or infections before they spread.
  • Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and ensure that facility leaders are informed of appropriate issues; understand and comply with infection control, safety, and OSHA procedures and regulations.
  • Participate in meetings with and provide consultation to IC safety committees, senior leadership, and IC management.

Safety Coordinator

United States Air Force, Randolph AFB
11.2021 - 01.2023
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Conducted safety audits and investigated plant quality issues.
  • Participating in designing, planning, organizing, and supervising occupational health and safety training programs for employees and promoting participation by other staff members.
  • Supporting commander in assessing safety performance and developing operational safety goals.
  • Planning, scheduling, performing, and helping to direct comprehensive annual lab safety surveys of clinical laboratory.
  • Providing technical and administrative leadership, assistance, and advice to staff on safety-related issues.

Medical Laboratory Technician

United States Air Force, Wright-Patterson
05.2019 - 09.2020
  • Process specimens using equipment, instruments, or techniques that are necessary to prepare them for specific analysis or shipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results
  • Perform donor prerequisite assessment including detailed medical histories, physical examinations, laboratory testing on hematology analyzers, venous access, and determining overall blood donor suitability.
  • Conduct full range of blood donor collections to include Whole Blood, Platelet Apheresis, and Plasma.
  • Participate in component processing and assists military tech in coordinating blood shipments to include final review of shipping documents.
  • Coordinate and approve proper release or destruction procedures with appropriate documentation.
  • Organizing work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling, sorting specimens, and checking specimens' delivery.
  • Maintaining quality results by running standards and controls, and verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance.
  • Providing test results for patient diagnosis and treatment by operating chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology, and urinalysis equipment.
  • Performing needs analysis; identifying priority training and competency gaps
  • Identifying most effective methodologies to develop learning products and approaches.
  • Coordinating training schedules and activities, managing student enrollment, assess student/instructor capacity.

Rural Carrier Associate

United States Post Office
08.2016 - 05.2019
    • Maintained records on customers with mail forwarding and change of address requests.
    • Sorted mail according to order of address appearance for easy access in field.
    • Followed safety protocols and regulations while driving, upholding professional service reputation.
    • Distributed items on time and to correct locations for punctual, professional mail services.
    • Conducted daily maintenance and safety checks on delivery vehicles, limiting service delays and disruptions.
    • Secured and properly stored packages for delivery to eliminate damage risks.
    • Remained physically fit to safely lift and transport packages weighing up to 70 pounds.
    • Resolved complaints calmly and professionally to maintain customer satisfaction.
    • Wrote detailed trip reports with notable details about road conditions, weather, and obstacles encountered.
    • Observed traffic and safety regulations for safe transport and delivery of mail.
    • Greeted customers and answered questions regarding mail pick up times, postal regulations, and delivery costs.

Union Steward

United States Postal Service, USPS
01.2017 - 05.2019
  • Mediated discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
  • Completed in-depth investigations into issues pertaining to discipline and grievance management and recommended strategies.
  • Reduced grievances and arbitration needs by educating frontline managers on techniques for enhancing interactions between labor and leadership.
  • Spearheaded negotiation of union contracts as company representative.
  • Participated in labor-management meetings to discuss labor issues.
  • Interpreted and advised on labor relations policies and previously negotiated agreements.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Informing workers of their rights under collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
  • Monitoring and enforcing provisions of CBA. Ensuring employer compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
  • Representing and defending rank-and-file employees in investigatory interviews
  • Drafting correspondence, memoranda, and other administrative documents and forms.
  • Clearly communicating orally and in writing with others inside and outside organization to obtain and deliver information.
  • Screening files for quality of content and coordinates via written correspondence to obtain correct/completed documents and/or to gather additional information required.
  • Assisting district stewards with litigation, including drafting and implementing litigation holds.

Education

MBA - Purchasing, Procurement, And Contracts Management

American Military University
Charles Town, WV
06.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management

National University
La Jolla, CA
05.2017

Associate of Arts - Math And Science

Palomar College
San Marcos, CA
05.2013

Skills

  • Labor Relations
  • Workflow Processes
  • Data Integrity
  • Performance Improvement
  • Coordination and Collaboration
  • New Product Introduction Strategies
  • Medical Interpretation
  • Equipment Testing and Calibration
  • Data Analysis and Documentation
  • Document Management
  • Daily Audits
  • Secret Clearance

Certification

  • MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician
  • BLS - Basic Life Support

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Medical Laboratory Technician

Brooke Army Medical Center
04.2023 - Current

Safety Coordinator

United States Air Force, Randolph AFB
11.2021 - 01.2023

Infection Control Coordinator

United States Air Force, Randolph AFB
12.2020 - 02.2023

Medical Laboratory Technician

United States Air Force, Randolph AFB
09.2020 - 05.2023

Medical Laboratory Technician

United States Air Force, Wright-Patterson
05.2019 - 09.2020

Union Steward

United States Postal Service, USPS
01.2017 - 05.2019

Rural Carrier Associate

United States Post Office
08.2016 - 05.2019

MBA - Purchasing, Procurement, And Contracts Management

American Military University

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Community College of the Air Force

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management

National University

Associate of Arts - Math And Science

Palomar College

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