Shannon Healy
Hoffman Estates,IL
Summary
Hardworking Medical Laboratory Scientist bringing 12 years of expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines. Also bringing 21 years of phlebotomy experience.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Labotory Supervisor/Technical Consultant
Pain Physicians Of IN And Pain Spec. Of Chicago
01.2015 - Current
- Conduct urine toxicology screening according to physician's orders
- Perform calibrations, quality control materials and preventative maintenance to ensure accurate test results
- Maintain inventory of supplies and reagents
- Document records in compliance with COLA/CLIA standards
- Facilitated COLA/CLIA inspections that passed at 100%
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Travel)
LRS Healthcare
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Conducted lab tests in Hematology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Microbiology, PCR, and blood bank following laboratory protocols
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Performed phlebotomy on assigned shifts
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
Technical Consultant
Talent Burst
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Educated and oversaw the competency of various medical staff in the use of the IDNOW molecular analyzer
- Assisted in “go-live” of the IDNOW in emergency rooms, doctor’s offices, and immediate care locations
- Followed up on any costumer issues by traveling to their location
Phlebotomy Educator
AVID CNA School
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Oversaw the education and training of new phlebotomists
- Accurately taught new students’ dermal punctures, venipuncture techniques, and POCT testing
- Reviewed HIPPA, PPE, and medical terminology.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Good Shepherd Hospital
01.2011 - 08.2017
- Conduct lab tests in the areas of hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and blood bank following laboratory protocols
- Perform quality control materials and preventative maintenance to ensure accurate test results, troubleshoot instrumentation issues, input results in the laboratory database, resolve doctors’, nurses’, and patient concerns
- Read Gram stains and plated samples according to procedure
Phlebotomist
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
12.2002 - 08.2017
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Technology
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL12.2010
Skills
- Network Configuration
- Corrective Actions
- Issue Resolution
- Policy Making
- Equipment Operation
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture
Certification
MLT ASCP 3/2011-3/2026
LIS systems used
- EPIC
- Sunquest/Mysis
- Meditech (several variations)
- McKesson
- Wellsky (blood bank)
Analyzers used.
- Chemistry- Siemens: Viva-e, Viva Pro-E, EXL, Abbott: Architect, Roche: Cobas 6000
- Coagulation- Siemens: CA-560, CA-600/660, CA-1500, CS-2500, ACL Tops: 300, 600, and 700
- Hematology- Sysmex: 1800, XE-2100, 1000i, XN-550, XN-1000, Beckman-Coulter: DXH 600, DXT 690T
- Urinalysis- Clinitek Advantus, Novus, Aution Eleven, COBAS-411, Iris
- Immumohematology- Pro-vue
- PCR/Molecular- Abbott IDNOW, BD MAX, Cepheid, Verigene.
- Misc.-EPOC, iSTAT, CellaVision, Iris Body Fluids, Triage meter.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Travel)
LRS Healthcare
01.2020 - 06.2023
Technical Consultant
Talent Burst
11.2018 - 03.2019
Phlebotomy Educator
AVID CNA School
03.2018 - 06.2018
General Labotory Supervisor/Technical Consultant
Pain Physicians Of IN And Pain Spec. Of Chicago
01.2015 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Good Shepherd Hospital
01.2011 - 08.2017
Phlebotomist
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
12.2002 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
University of Cincinnati
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Technology
Elgin Community College
MLT ASCP 3/2011-3/2026
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