Rebecca Weaver
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Experienced Lead Laboratory Scientist with expertise in HPLC analysis, quality control, and instrument calibration. Known for maintaining laboratory compliance, supporting accurate testing workflows, and mentoring staff to improve team performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Laboratory Scientist
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne, Indiana
03.2024 - Current
- Managed departmental functions to ensure operational efficiency.
- Reviewed quality control and calibration logs to uphold compliance with laboratory standards.
- Assisted with the development of procedures and resources for laboratory team use.
- Trained and mentored staff members.
- Maintained supply levels and reagent inventory.
- Coordinated with team members to develop and enhance training materials for improved staff onboarding.
- Assisted with complex antibody identification tasks.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne, Indiana
03.2020 - 03.2024
- Managed testing workflows and reviewed results across HPLC, flow cytometry, and ion selective electrodes.
- Delivered STAT and routine testing on varied specimens with speed and accuracy.
- Validated test results before recording and reporting findings.
- Diagnosed and resolved instrument issues to support laboratory operations.
- Maintained compliance with government requirements, hospital policies, and laboratory procedures while keeping equipment, instruments, and work areas clean.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Saint Joseph Hospital
Fort Wayne, Indiana
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Executed stat and routine testing on diverse specimens, ensuring timely and precise results.
- Validated test results before recording and reporting findings.
- Prepared specimens for analysis, adhering to laboratory protocols to maintain quality standards.
- Maintained compliance with government requirements, hospital policies, and laboratory procedures while keeping equipment, instruments, and work areas clean.
- Collaborated with coworkers to troubleshoot technical issues, enhancing overall team efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2008
Skills
- HPLC analysis
- Quality control
- Instrument calibration
- Laboratory compliance
- Specimen processing
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Technical communication
Timeline
Lead Laboratory Scientist
Lutheran Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Lutheran Hospital
03.2020 - 03.2024
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Saint Joseph Hospital
03.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Ball State University