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Sandra York

Stephenville

Summary

Dynamic Global Training Manager at Abbott Laboratories with a proven track record in developing compliance training programs and enhancing employee performance. Skilled in coaching and mentoring, I successfully improved training efficiency through a new Learning Management System, ensuring alignment with industry standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Global Training Manager

Abbott Laboratories
10.1986 - 05.2019

-Developed and implemented technical training programs for employees and customers

-Managed and mentored technical training staff.

-Alternated training methods to help evaluate success of training.

-Conducted regular audits of training materials to ensure alignment with compliance standards.

-Improved compliance with industry regulations through development and delivery of specialized compliance training programs.

-On team that Adoption of new Learning Management System (LMS), enhancing efficiency of training delivery and tracking. (Global Team)


Medical Technologist

Kelsey Seybold Health Center
09.1982 - 09.1986
  • Conducted complex laboratory tests to diagnose and monitor patient conditions.
  • Ensured quality control by performing regular equipment maintenance and calibration.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on lab protocols and safety procedures.

Medical Technologist

Spring Branch Memorial Hospital
09.1981 - 09.1983
  • Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
  • Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing specimens and maintaining optimal instrument performance.

Blood Bank Technologist

Parkland Memorial Hospital
11.1980 - 09.1982
  • Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
  • Provided technical support by processing blood products to burn center on site (Platelets, Fresh Frozen Plasma, Red blood cells)
  • Provided accurate resolution of Blood Types and Anibody identification.

Medical Technologist

Northwest Texas Hospital
01.1976 - 09.1978

Attended Medical Technology certification course, post college graduation( covering knowledge for all areas of Laboratory)

  • Analyzed data trends to identify areas for process improvements and cost reduction strategies.
  • Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
  • Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
  • After successful graduation, continued to work at hospital

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology

West Texas State University
Canyon, TX
08-1976

Skills

  • New hire on-boarding
  • New employee training
  • Performance enhancement
  • Coaching and mentoring

Certification

  • Certified Medical Technologist, AMT - 1977
  • Training - [Critical Thinking Skills Certification)

Timeline

Global Training Manager

Abbott Laboratories
10.1986 - 05.2019

Medical Technologist

Kelsey Seybold Health Center
09.1982 - 09.1986

Medical Technologist

Spring Branch Memorial Hospital
09.1981 - 09.1983

Blood Bank Technologist

Parkland Memorial Hospital
11.1980 - 09.1982

Medical Technologist

Northwest Texas Hospital
01.1976 - 09.1978

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology

West Texas State University
Sandra York