Natasha Denton-Montaque
St Louis,MO
Summary
Experienced Scientist with commitment to precision and accuracy in clinical diagnostics. Possesses a solid foundation of over 15 years in clinical laboratory operations and techniques. Adept at performing wide range of laboratory tests and maintaining stringent quality control measures, contributing to reliable patient outcomes.
Proven ability in utilizing advanced diagnostic equipment and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams to ensure accurate and timely results. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Memorial Hospital Belleville
05.2025 - Current
- Perform complex clinical tests on various samples types, utilizing advanced instrumentation and analytical techniques.
- Analyze and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Ensure meticulous adherence to laboratory protocols, maintaining high standards of accuracy and reliability in test results.
- Expedit critical test results, ensuring timely medical interventions.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
SSM Health St Louis University Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Charge Technologist (Night Shift)
- Perform complex clinical tests on various samples types, utilizing advanced instrumentation and analytical techniques.
- Ensure accurate test results through diligent quality control measures and strict adherence to laboratory guidelines.
- Participate in external proficiency testing programs to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Actg Chief Medical Technologist
Bustamante Hospital for Children
03.2018 - 03.2022
- Oversaw Microbiology and Specimen Processing departments
- Monitored quality control and quality assurance activities to ensure accuracy of test results.
- Reviewed test results and reports, organize and prioritize work flow.
- Prepared monthly and annual statistical data, laboratory reports, and monthly orders for laboratory supplies
- Provided leadership and delegate duties for laboratory staff and establish a climate of teamwork.
- Developed and update laboratory policies, standard operating procedures, and protocols.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
Senior Medical Technologist
Bustamante Hospital for Children
01.2015 - 03.2018
- Operated and maintained an assortment of laboratory/testing equipment.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Assisted with the collection and analysis of laboratory data; entered, retrieved and processed computer generated lab reports.
- Assisted physicians with bone marrow procedures.
- Supervised staff.
Junior Medical Technologist
Bustamante Hospital for Children
11.2010 - 01.2015
- Core laboratory operations
- Operate and maintain an assortment of laboratory/testing equipment.
- Assist with the collection and analysis of laboratory data; enter, retrieve and process computer generated lab reports.
- Assisted Physicians with bone marrow procedures.
Medical Technologist
Mandeville Regional Hospital
07.2008 - 04.2009
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Education
Certificate - Disaster Risk Management and the Clinical Laboratory (OAS)
University of Technology
Kingston Jamaica01.2019
Master of Science - Forensic Science -Toxicology
University of The West Indies
Kingston Jamaica01.2018
Certificate - Project Management
University of The West Indies
Kingston Jamaica01.2013
Certificate - Supervisory Management
University of The West Indies
Kingston Jamaica01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Northern Caribbean University
Mandeville Jamaica01.2007
Skills
- Polished communication skills
- Customer relations
- Problem solving
- Staff leadership and development
- Strategic planning
- Microbiology techniques
- Quality assurance
- Molecular diagnostics
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Council for Professions Allied with Medicine, Jamaica (2007 to present)
- American Society of Clinical Pathologists, USA (2019 to present)
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Memorial Hospital Belleville
05.2025 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
SSM Health St Louis University Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Actg Chief Medical Technologist
Bustamante Hospital for Children
03.2018 - 03.2022
Senior Medical Technologist
Bustamante Hospital for Children
01.2015 - 03.2018
Junior Medical Technologist
Bustamante Hospital for Children
11.2010 - 01.2015
Medical Technologist
Mandeville Regional Hospital
07.2008 - 04.2009
Certificate - Disaster Risk Management and the Clinical Laboratory (OAS)
University of Technology
Master of Science - Forensic Science -Toxicology
University of The West Indies
Certificate - Project Management
University of The West Indies
Certificate - Supervisory Management
University of The West Indies
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Northern Caribbean University
Laboratory Experience
- Core Laboratory
- Microbiology
- Immunology
- Immunohematology (blood banking)
- Histology
- Parasitology
- Serology
- Molecular Diagnostics
Instrumentation/Software
- Abbott Alinity
- Symex 1000, 3100 and 9100
- Abbott Architect
- Abbott a3600 Track
- Stago Coagulation
- Gem 5000
- Cepheid
- A20 Osmometer
- TEG Instrumentation and software
- Cobas Pro C503 and e801
- Epic
- Cellavision
- Caresphere
- Cerner
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