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Pauline Bauwens

Eau Claire,WI

Summary

Dynamic Clinical Laboratory Scientist with extensive experience with laboratory equipment, excelling in maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and quality control. Proven track record in staff training and policy development, enhancing lab efficiency. Adept at troubleshooting and problem-solving in high-pressure environments, ensuring compliance with CAP and CLIA guidelines.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Oakleaf Surgical Hospital
Altoona, WI
10.2014 - Current
  • Executed routine testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on laboratory equipment according to CAP and CLIA guidelines.
  • Served as key operator for Stago Satellite, Sysmex 450, and Pentra 400 analyzers.
  • Conducted initial and annual training sessions for laboratory technologists and clinical nurses.
  • Validated multiple new tests under CAP and CLIA guidelines within strict timelines.
  • Managed policy and document control processes to ensure compliance.
  • Coordinated staff scheduling to optimize laboratory workflow.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop policies that would improve overall lab efficiency.

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI
01.2007 - 06.2016
  • Created instructional materials aligned with Program Director guidelines for Phlebotomy and Transfusion Services.
  • Evaluated and graded students to assess understanding and progress.

Clinical Lab Scientist

Mayo Clinic Health System
Eau Claire, WI
07.1998 - 10.2014
  • Initially started as a phlebotomist and worked my way up to CLS.
  • Executed routine testing, maintenance, and repairs on laboratory equipment per CAP and CLIA guidelines.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and documented quality control practices, identifying corrective actions for issues.
  • Reported to trauma codes immediately to provide lab support in critical and stressful environments.

Education

Lab Leadership

College of American Pathologists
12-2023

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
12-2006

Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science

Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI
06-1998

Skills

  • Laboratory equipment maintenance
  • Quality control and compliance
  • Procedure validation and development
  • Staff training and development
  • Self-motivation
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Equipment troubleshooting

Certification

  • Current on ASCP certification

Timeline

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Oakleaf Surgical Hospital
10.2014 - Current

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

Chippewa Valley Technical College
01.2007 - 06.2016

Clinical Lab Scientist

Mayo Clinic Health System
07.1998 - 10.2014

Lab Leadership

College of American Pathologists

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science

University of Cincinnati

Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Science

Chippewa Valley Technical College