Pamela Dapron
Tellico Plains,TN
Summary
K nowledgeable and precise CLS with strong track record of 18years of performing lab procedures. Complete understanding of techniques, procedures and standards governing high-functioning laboratory operations. Adeptly and discreetly communicates test results with appropriate parties. Hardworking and reliable, with strong ability in Hematology, organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Hardworking and reliable CLS with strong ability in Chemistry, Hematology. Offering reliability and adaptability Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Trainee Clinical Laboratory Scientist offering a strong combination of hands-on practice and academic background. Skilled in operation of a wide range of medical laboratory equipment while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy, quality, efficiency and safety. Committed to working collaboratively with cross-functional teams in continuous provision of services and care excellence to diverse clients and patients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Stability Healthcare staffing
Ukiah, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient specimens to ensure accuracy and validity of results.
- Maintained and operated complex laboratory equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Prepared reagents and performed manual tests in accordance with established protocols.
- Performed data entry into the laboratory information system.
- Analyzed test results, identified discrepancies and reported findings to physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Provided technical support on new procedures or techniques as needed.
- Adhered to safety regulations while handling hazardous materials in the lab environment.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay current on new developments in the field.
CLS
Southern Global Hospital
Santa Anna, CA
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
JFK Memorial Hospital Inc
Indio, CA
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained physical lab equipment, detecting malfunctions and troubleshooting to ensure optimum service.
- Maintained compliance with disclosure and confidentiality mandates, both internal and regulatory in nature.
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
- Performed and documented preventive maintenance and quality control practices, noting best corrective action to remediate issues.
- Validated laboratory test processes for completeness and safety.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Astria Toppenish Hospital
Toppenish, WA
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained physical lab equipment, detecting malfunctions and troubleshooting to ensure optimum service.
- Maintained compliance with disclosure and confidentiality mandates, both internal and regulatory in nature.
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
- Maintained and tested sterility of medical equipment.
- Performed complete blood counts using automated hematology analyzer.
- Conducted blood tests for transfusions.
- Used microscope to examine cells stained with dye to identify anomalies.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Plumas District Hospital
Quincy, CA
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
- Obtained serum or viral swab samples for analysis.
- Performed complete blood counts using automated hematology analyzer.
- Conducted blood tests for transfusions.
- Used microscope to examine cells stained with dye to identify anomalies.
- Conducted analysis using microscope or test equipment to detect diseases or irregularities.
- Followed key principles of asepsis to protect medical equipment from contamination during blood work.
- Inoculated bacteriological material with test organisms.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Banner Lassen Medical Center
Susanville, CA
07.2018 - 03.2022
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples.
- Conducted blood counts and other tests to support safe transfusion processes.
- Performed chemistry analysis, urinalysis, serology, and hematology for multiple patients daily.
- Maintained physical lab equipment, detecting malfunctions and troubleshooting to ensure optimum service.
- Performed and documented preventive maintenance and quality control practices, noting best corrective action to remediate issues.
- Contributed to lab team and individual competency assessment toward maintaining efficiency in environment.
- Monitored proficiency testing within laboratory environment, handling necessary corrective action.
- Operated laboratory equipment and tools according to regulations and instructions.
- Recorded control values from technical instruments to maintain reliability and validity of test results.
Traveling Clinical Laboratory Scientist
CompHealth
05.2016 - 03.2018
- Maintained physical lab equipment, detecting malfunctions and troubleshooting to ensure optimum service.
- Performed and documented preventive maintenance and quality control practices, noting best corrective action to remediate issues.
- Collected specimen samples for clinical trials and assessment.
- Performed basic maintenance and repairs on laboratory equipment, hardware and testing apparatus, documenting service and calling for technicians when necessary.
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Recorded control values from technical instruments to maintain reliability and validity of test results.
- Conducted technical troubleshooting of hematology analyzer and other lab equipment.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Redwood Memorial Hospital
Fortuna, Ca
02.2013 - 06.2016
- Small 26 bed rural hospital, mainly worked nights.
- Conducted testing based on process guidelines, improving experiment efficiency.
- Monitored proficiency testing within laboratory environment, handling necessary corrective action.
- Collected specimen samples for clinical trials and assessment.
- Performed basic maintenance and repairs on laboratory equipment, hardware and testing apparatus, documenting service and calling for technicians when necessary.
Clinical Laboratory scientist
St Joseph Hospital
Eureka, Ca
10.2012 - 02.2013
- Performed and documented preventive maintenance and quality control practices, noting best corrective action to remediate issues.
- Maintained physical lab equipment, detecting malfunctions and troubleshooting to ensure optimum service.
- Verified report accuracy by assessing statistics, specimen identification and critical values.
- Monitored proficiency testing within laboratory environment, handling necessary corrective action.
Medical Technologist
ZLB industries
Knoxville, Tennessee
05.2009 - 08.2012
- Prepared, processed, and analyzed lab samples using Orthro Micropipetter and analyzer. Industrial laboratory for processing plasma into medications.
- Conducted multiple tests at once using automated equipment and computerized instruments.
- Reviewed test results to confirm accuracy and diagnosed causes behind irregular findings.
- Assessed equipment regularly by conducting instrument function inspections and calibrations.
- Prepared, processed, and analyzed lab samples using Orthro Micropipetter and analyzer .
- Maintained and calibrated various lab equipment and instruments.
Medical Technologist
Murphy Medical Center
Murphy, North Carolina
12.2006 - 04.2009
- Small rural hospital, worked nights
- Reviewed test results to confirm accuracy and diagnosed causes behind irregular findings.
- Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines.
- Supported quality control processes by monitoring activities and reporting.
- Communicated with physicians to discuss lab test findings, procedures and other relevant information.
- Assessed equipment regularly by conducting instrument function inspections and calibrations.
- Used microscopes and cell counters to perform assigned tasks.
- Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
Education
Bachelor’s - medical technology
University of Tennessee
12.2006
Skills
- Results Analysis
- Cell Counts and Differentials
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Aseptic Techniques
- Quality Control
- Safety Monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- Blood and Urine Analysis
- Coagulation and Hematology Analyzers
- Volumetric Solution Preparation
- Mechanical and Electrical Devices
- Data Entry
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Biology and Chemistry Training
- Automated Laboratory Testing
- Hematology
- Urinalysis
- Microscopic Analysis
- Hematology analysis
- Instrument Calibration
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Results interpretation
- Safety Compliance
- Quality Assurance
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Laboratory Testing
- Quality Control Procedures
Certification
- Ca License #MTA-00044363
- Licensed CLT - Nevada #70440-TCL-O
- Tn License #ML0000022303
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Stability Healthcare staffing
09.2023 - Current
CLS
Southern Global Hospital
07.2023 - 09.2023
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
JFK Memorial Hospital Inc
02.2023 - 05.2023
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Astria Toppenish Hospital
10.2022 - 01.2023
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Plumas District Hospital
04.2022 - 07.2023
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Banner Lassen Medical Center
07.2018 - 03.2022
Traveling Clinical Laboratory Scientist
CompHealth
05.2016 - 03.2018
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Redwood Memorial Hospital
02.2013 - 06.2016
Clinical Laboratory scientist
St Joseph Hospital
10.2012 - 02.2013
Medical Technologist
ZLB industries
05.2009 - 08.2012
Medical Technologist
Murphy Medical Center
12.2006 - 04.2009
Bachelor’s - medical technology
University of Tennessee
- Ca License #MTA-00044363
- Licensed CLT - Nevada #70440-TCL-O
- Tn License #ML0000022303
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