Rebecca Hutson
Little Rock,AR
Summary
I have 24 yrs experience in microbiology. 20 of those yrs have been at UAMS. I am very good at what I do and I love this department. Microbiology is like solving this big puzzle. I am always willing to learn new things. I am a resource person for techs in the lab. I am considered a technical supervisor and one of the senior techs for the last 10years I have been in this department the second longest of all of our current employees.
Meticulous professional experienced in performing techniques
like gram stains, bacteriology, and fungal/mycobacteria assessments. Well-organized and disciplines with methodical approach to handling specimens and conducting tests. Prepared to offer many years' experience in the field to new position with room for advancement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist II
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR
12.2004 - Current
- Served in various roles within the microbiology department, gaining extensive experience across all laboratory benches.
- Which includes benches: (1) processing and set-ups (2) gram stains/immunology and PCR testing (3) urine/resp/stool cultures (4) blood culture and body fluid cultures (5) abscess/anaerobes bench (6) mycology and mycobacteriology bench (7) AFB set-ups
- Proficient in executing susceptibility setup procedures
- Trained other personnel on the proper operation of lab instruments, specimen collection techniques, and quality control procedures.
- Documented all findings accurately in electronic medical records system.
- Maintained laboratory records and equipment; ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality control procedures.
- Analyzed specimens for the presence of microorganisms using a variety of techniques such as culture, immunoassay, molecular diagnostics, and microscopic examination.
- Evaluated test results to determine if they are normal or abnormal; reported results to physicians in accordance with established protocols.
- Contributed to lab team and individual competency assessment toward maintaining efficiency in environment.
- Performed microbiological examinations on various samples to identify bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory and safety standards in the laboratory environment.
- Trained junior laboratory staff and students in laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
- Performed and documented preventive maintenance and quality control practices, noting best corrective action to remediate issues.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay abreast of advances in the field of medical laboratory science.
- Utilized Vitek 2 identification and susceptibility system, Kirby Baur disks, and Etests for microbial analysis
- Experienced on VITEK Mass Spec (MALDI-TOF) for bacterial, yeast, and fungal identification
- Performed PCR testing for various pathogens including FluA/B/RSV, CDIFF, NasalMRSA, GBS, MTBRIF, TVag, and SARSCOV2/RSV/FluA/B Quad test on GeneXpert Infinity platform.
- Utilized expertise in Biofire to conduct tests on Gastro pathogen and ME panels.
- Demonstrated expertise in utilizing GenMark Eplex for efficient and accurate COVID-19 & RP2 testing
- Received professional training on BacT Alert Blood Culture machines and the Previ-Isola automatic plate streaker machine during my time in school.
Medical Technologist
Baptist Health System
Little Rock, AR
12.2000 - 12.2004
- Knowledgeable about various laboratory techniques in different clinical areas
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards including HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA requirements.
- Conducted quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of testing equipment.
- Assisted with training new medical technologists on proper techniques and safety regulations.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, reagents and materials used in the lab environment.
- Performed laboratory tests such as hematology, urinalysis and coagulation to detect abnormal conditions in patients.
- Participated in proficiency testing and external quality assessment schemes to benchmark laboratory performance against peers.
- Performed routine and specialized assays on patient samples, using state-of-the-art instrumentation and methodologies.
- Used microscopes and cell counters to perform assigned tasks.
- Performed antimicrobial susceptibility testing to support infectious disease management and control.
- Conducted comprehensive clinical laboratory testing in hematology, microbiology, and transfusion medicine to ensure accurate patient diagnosis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR05.2000
Skills
- Proficient in Aseptic technique
- Handling patient specimens
- Culturing specimen
- Recognize specimen type
- Working the bench
- Knowledge and experiences
- Working set-ups
- Recognize organism
- Media plate
- Identification of bacteria, fungi, and afb
- Read and interpret mycology
- Read and interpret AFB bench
- Specimen handling
- Sample Testing
- Data Analysis
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Safety Regulations
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment Maintenance
- Documentation skills
- Reagent Preparation
- Specimen Processing
- Quality Control
- Safety Guidelines
- Data Interpretation
Certification
Certified medical technologist MT (ASCP), 2001
Roles And Responsibilities
Weekly maintenance and quality control on Previ-Isola automatic plate streaker machine Safety Officer(attends 4 meetings a year) also includes completing annual safety documents Participates in training students and new laboratory personnel as assigned
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist II
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
12.2004 - Current
Medical Technologist
Baptist Health System
12.2000 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
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