Sasha Spickler
Chippewa Falls,WI
Summary
Skilled Medical Laboratory Technician with a focus on teamwork and effective communication. Proficient in conduction comprehensive analyses and quality control; ensuring precise results that enhance patient care and safety. Brings a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Proficient with the following EMR/LIS: Epic, Epic Beaker, SoftLab and SoftBank.
Proficient with the following analyzers: Roche Cobas C311/C501/E411, Ortho Vitros 7600/3400, Siemens Dimension Vista 500, Abbott Architect i1000SR, ADVIA Centaur XPT, GEM 5000, Bio-Rad VARIANT II TURBO, iSTAT, Sysmex XN 350/550/1000, Sysmex XS 1000i, ACL TOP 550/750, Sysmex CS-2000, Stago Compact MAX, Clinitek Status/Advantus, Strex EST, miniiSED, BD Affirm VPIII, Nova Biomedical StatStrip, BD Bactec FX/FX40, Vitek 2 Compact, Quidel Sofia 2, ID NOW, Biofire Spotfire, Biofire FilmArray Torch, Cepheid Genexpert and various Kit testing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Tamarack Health
Hayward, WI
10.2024 - Current
- Conducts Routine/STAT Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Point of Care, Microbiology and Blood Bank analysis' ensuring high-quality results of patient diagnosis.
- Performs quality control and calibrations to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
- Executes thorough rechecks and investigations of abnormal, unexpected or discrepant results to maintain quality assurance.
- Ensures accurate patient identification during sample collection.
- Executed validation procedures on new Clinitek Advantus to ensure operational accuracy.
- Implemented structured checklists to facilitate the timely performance of daily tasks.
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
Omaha, NE
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed Routine/STAT Chemistry, Hematology and Coagulation analysis' ensuring high-quality results for patient diagnosis.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in workplace through regular sanitization of surfaces and organization of workspaces, contributing to a safe environment for accurate testing.
- Proficiently managed time while working independently and collaboratively with others in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and operate unfamiliar laboratory analyzers while maintaining accuracy and turnaround times in travel assignments.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Mayo Clinic Health Systems
Bloomer, WI
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Performed Routine/STAT Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation and Point of Care analysis' ensuring high-quality results for patient diagnosis.
- Ensured proper patient identification during sample collection to maintain diagnostic accuracy.
- Instructed students and new team members regarding instrumentation, LIS and laboratory procedures.
- Completed continuing education, peer evaluations and competencies on schedule to maintain professional standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire05-2019
Technical Degree - Renal Dialysis Technician
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI05-2014
High School Diploma -
Chippewa Falls Senior High School
Chippewa Falls, WI06-2011
Skills
- Venipuncture and capillary blood collection
- Detail-oriented documentation
- Critical thinking
- HIPAA compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
Certification
- MLT-Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP)
- BLS-Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Tamarack Health
10.2024 - Current
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
LRS Healthcare
09.2023 - 09.2024
Medical Laboratory Technician
Mayo Clinic Health Systems
06.2019 - 08.2023
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technician
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Technical Degree - Renal Dialysis Technician
Chippewa Valley Technical College
High School Diploma -
Chippewa Falls Senior High School