RENATOE GRAY
Shelby,NC
Summary
Experienced leader in medical laboratory setting with expertise in hematology, urinalysis, serology, chemistry, blood bank, and microbiology. Recognized for mentoring and developing team members to maximize their potential. Motivated to reenter the workforce.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Preparer
Ms. Rena's Tax Services
Shelby, NC
01.2007 - Current
- Reviewed financial records, such as prior tax return forms, income statements and documentation of expenditures to determine forms needed to prepare returns
- Computed taxes using the income tax software that included all the necessary tax forms and tables
- Filed customers' tax return with the IRS service.
- Bookkeeping
Medical Laboratory Manager
Jones Family Practice
Shelby, NC
10.2012 - 03.2014
- Managed and provided training for a team of four (4) laboratory staff members in a physician's office.
- Established quality standards for maintaining optimal performance of medical laboratory equipment
- Adhered to proper specimen preparation procedures.
- Followed CLIA, JCAHO, COLA, OSHA, and HIPAA guidelines to ensure compliance.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Spectrum Laboratory
Charlotte, NC
08.2007 - 10.2007
- Executed diverse responsibilities as a skilled member of the team
- Conducted comprehensive analysis of blood cell characteristics and quantities through microscopic techniques.
- Released patient results to physicians and Registered Nurses.
- Demonstrated proficiency in chemistry and hematology, including the preparation of samples for transfer to reference laboratories.
Medical Laboratory Technologist (PRN)
Atrium Health - Lincolnton
Lincolnton, NC
06.2004 - 06.2005
- Executed various responsibilities as a versatile Generalist in the medical laboratory, providing vital data for disease diagnosis and prevention.
- Performed comprehensive assessment on a variety of body fluids including blood, urine, and spinal fluid.
- Managed and maintained quality control processes, quality assurance protocols, and preventative maintenance procedures in multiple departments.
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
Charlotte, NC
11.2000 - 03.2001
- Delivered specialized instruction to improve personnel expertise in lab methods, procedures, and techniques
- Successfully handled a wide range of biological samples for testing purposes, encompassing tissue, blood, urine, spinal fluid and gastric juices
- Documented corrective actions taken during deviations from performance specifications for laboratory test systems
- Prepared compliance reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Performed accurate and efficient testing of blood, serum, and plasma samples as required by department assignments.
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Frye Regional Medical Center
Hickory, NC
10.1999 - 11.2000
- Developed and implemented programs to ensure laboratory result accuracy
- Managed and assigned tasks to laboratory staff members
- Produced detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
- Completed quality control, repairs, troubleshooting, and calibrations to ensure optimal functionality
- Assessed and arranged necessary equipment, supplies, and set-up for each test performance site
- Executed precise testing procedures for blood, serum, and plasma samples to meet departmental requirements.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Kings Mountain Hospital
Kings Mountain, NC
03.1999 - 11.1999
- Demonstrated ability to handle diverse work assignments as a Generalist
- Performed cell examinations to detect cancerous growths and prepared blood samples for transfusion purposes
- Evaluated sample parameters for compliance with established norms, pinpointing any deviations or anomalies.
- Communicated technical information regarding test results to medical professionals and researchers.
Sr. Medical Laboratory Technologist
LabCorp
Charlotte, NC
05.1996 - 11.1999
- Managed the preparation of biological samples for testing, conducted test procedures, and communicated technical findings
- Calibrated and maintained various equipment such as analyzers, colorimeters, flame photometers, and spectrophotometers.
- Performed statistical analysis to evaluate quality assurance programs
- Assumed responsibility for Chemist department operations during supervisor’s absence.
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic
Clifton, NY
04.1994 - 04.1995
- Carried out diverse duties as a Generalist within the laboratory setting
- Conducted training sessions on procedural, policy and general updates for entire staff
- Managed preventive maintenance and conducted repairs on various laboratory equipment.
- Implemented and utilized quality control and quality assurance techniques.
Assistant Medical Laboratory Manager/Blood Bank Supervisor
Vineland Development Center
Vineland, NJ
10.1990 - 10.1993
- Developed and implemented quality standards, supervised the execution of quality control practices, evaluated staff performance and refined lab protocols
- Provided guidance and oversight to medical laboratory personnel conducting lab tests.
- Efficiently coordinated lab work to enhance overall team performance
- Sustained compliance with blood bank standards and executed necessary reports
- Performed work assignments as a Generalist.
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Newcomb Medical Center
Vineland, NJ
05.1988 - 10.1990
- Demonstrated proficiency in multiple areas of the laboratory
- Analyzed and determined the requirement for implementing new laboratory tests or making alterations to current procedures, leading to higher standards of patient care
- Scheduled and assigned laboratory tasks to staff members.
- Maintained open lines of communication with management, ensuring they were aware of any performance or scheduling challenges
- Trained and informed laboratory staff regarding policies and procedures.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Shore Medical Hospital
Somers Point, NJ
08.1987 - 05.1988
- Conducted comprehensive medical laboratory tests across multiple departments to facilitate disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
- Complied with the laboratory's quality control policies.
- Provided timely notification to providers and nurses of abnormal test results by following prescribed protocols.
- Functioned as a Generalist covering multiple areas of the laboratory.
Microbiology Supervisor/Medical Laboratory Technologist
Grace Hospital
Morganton, NC
06.1978 - 03.1983
- Collaborated with Infection Control Nurse to identify potential pathogens among patients
- Applied approved testing procedures in the analysis of specimens.
- Verified and matched all test results to the correct specimens
- Ensured accuracy and reliability of laboratory results through implementation of quality control measures
- Managed and conducted tests for small analyzers
- Created standard operating procedures and performed tests in the Serology department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NCSome College (No Degree) - Accounting Technology and Bookkeeping
Westwood College - Denver North
Denver, COSome College (No Degree) - Chemical Physics and Geology
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NCSkills
- Hematology
- Urinalysis
- Serology
- Chemistry
- Blood bank
- Microbiology
- Data entry
- Faxing and copying
- Proficient use of the Computer
- Excellent communication skills
- Executed employee evaluations
- Interviewing and hiring new employees
- Detailed-oriented and organized
- Responsible for ordering and maintaining supplies and reagents
- Maintained and monitored Quality Assurance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Records Management
- Organizational abilities
- Verbal/written communication
- Policy Enforcement
- Processes and procedures
- Goal-Oriented
Objective
- To have a leadership position where I can use my skills and hardworking ability to benefit my employer and be of service to others.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Manager
Jones Family Practice
10.2012 - 03.2014
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Spectrum Laboratory
08.2007 - 10.2007
Tax Preparer
Ms. Rena's Tax Services
01.2007 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist (PRN)
Atrium Health - Lincolnton
06.2004 - 06.2005
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
11.2000 - 03.2001
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Frye Regional Medical Center
10.1999 - 11.2000
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Kings Mountain Hospital
03.1999 - 11.1999
Sr. Medical Laboratory Technologist
LabCorp
05.1996 - 11.1999
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic
04.1994 - 04.1995
Assistant Medical Laboratory Manager/Blood Bank Supervisor
Vineland Development Center
10.1990 - 10.1993
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
Newcomb Medical Center
05.1988 - 10.1990
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Shore Medical Hospital
08.1987 - 05.1988
Microbiology Supervisor/Medical Laboratory Technologist
Grace Hospital
06.1978 - 03.1983
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Western Carolina University
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting Technology and Bookkeeping
Westwood College - Denver North
Some College (No Degree) - Chemical Physics and Geology
Central Carolina Community College
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