Rian Stewart
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Diligent problem-solver with resourceful approach to challenges and organized style. Expertise to manage job functions. Excellent communicator with focus on results. Structured Laboratory Technician offering background in collecting, processing and analyzing various specimens. Familiar with basic medical terminology, laboratory protocols and testing procedures. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Lab Assistant
LabCorp
Portland, OR
02.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily laboratory operations to ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Trained and mentored junior lab assistants on best practices and laboratory procedures.
- Streamlined sample processing workflows, improving turnaround times for diagnostic testing.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to interpret lab results and provide timely feedback.
- Developed training materials for staff onboarding, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
Lead Lab Assistant
Legacy Health Emanuel Hospital
Portland, OR
01.2013 - Current
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
Lab Assistant
OHSU Hospital
Portland, OR
03.2012 - 12.2013
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Lead Lab Assistant
Portland Adventist Medical Center
Portland, OR
07.2006 - 02.2012
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
Education
Cerificate - Medical Assistant Phlebotomist
Clark College
Vancouver, WA06.2006
Associate of Arts - Science Education
Clark College
Vancouver, WA06.2006
Diploma -
Evergreen High School
Vancouver, WA06.2003
Skills
Time Management
Inventory Management
Training and Development
Collaborative Teamwork
Conflict Resolution
Project Management
Laboratory Safety
Team Leadership
Laboratory Management
Timeline
Lead Lab Assistant
LabCorp
02.2024 - Current
Lead Lab Assistant
Legacy Health Emanuel Hospital
01.2013 - Current
Lab Assistant
OHSU Hospital
03.2012 - 12.2013
Lead Lab Assistant
Portland Adventist Medical Center
07.2006 - 02.2012
Associate of Arts - Science Education
Clark College
Cerificate - Medical Assistant Phlebotomist
Clark College
Diploma -
Evergreen High School