Ounchay Tina Thongsavanh
Rogers,MN
Summary
Dedicated MLT with a proven track record at North Memorial Health, excelling in quality control and laboratory compliance. Skilled in venipuncture and analyzer maintenance, I foster effective teamwork and communication. My proactive approach ensures accurate diagnostics and enhances patient outcomes through meticulous specimen handling and training of new staff.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
MLT
North Memorial Health
Minnesota
09.2003 - Current
- Perform laboratory tests with precision to ensure accurate diagnostic results.
- Maintain laboratory equipment by conducting regular inspections and timely repairs.
- Monitor quality control procedures to uphold laboratory standards and compliance.
- Prepare lab schedule chart prep a week ahead.
- Trained new staff on laboratory protocols and safety procedures to enhance team efficiency.
- Document laboratory findings accurately to facilitate data analysis and reporting.
- Review test results for discrepancies and initiated corrective actions as necessary.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines during all laboratory operations.
- Implement best practices for specimen collection and handling to improve patient outcomes.
- Prepare and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Report reportable diseases to MN State Dept.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Associate of Science - MLT
Argosy University
Eagan, MNSkills
- Venipuncture/ capillary draws
- Perform urinalysis/ microscopics
- Run daily quality control
- Maintenance & troubleshooting on analyzers
- Work with Epic Hyperspace
- Currently work with Cepheid, Sysmex, Coaguchek, Hemocue, Clinitek, Affinion
- Urine HCG kit, Mono kit, IFOBT kit
- Perform API testing
Timeline
MLT
North Memorial Health
09.2003 - Current
Associate of Science - MLT
Argosy University