Shawntel Cox
Rural Retreat ,VA
Summary
A dedicated and experienced allied healthcare professional with nine years experience in a hospital setting and specialized expertise in microbiology. Currently seeking to gain experience for a future career transition into academia. With a solid background as a medical laboratory technologist (ASCP)cm since 2016, and supervisor experience in a microbiology laboratory since 2021, I am eager to leverage my skills and passion for healthcare to contribute to academic excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Northern Regional Hospital
03.2018 - Current
- Facilitated smooth laboratory operations through proactive troubleshooting and maintenance of sophisticated equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Reduced sample contamination risks by adhering to strict protocols in the preparation and handling of specimens.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes, sharing critical lab findings and insights.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Fully trained microbiology technologist.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, participating in regular audits and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Streamlined communication among colleagues by developing clear reporting templates for test results.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate results, contributing to better-informed treatment plans.
- Provided comprehensive training for new staff, fostering a supportive learning environment for skill development.
- Stayed current with industry advancements through regular attendance at professional conferences and workshops, applying learnings to daily practice.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues and hospital staff by diligently maintaining knowledge of relevant diagnostic tests, procedures, and best practices.
- Contributed to the identification of disease outbreaks by accurately performing epidemiological testing on various samples.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Operated highly specialized laboratory equipment to process specimens.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
LewisGale Pulaski
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
- Evaluated and interpreted laboratory results to determine diagnoses.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Prepared reports to document laboratory results and findings.
- Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Enforced quality control protocols to maintain accuracy of test results.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Lifepoint Health
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Facilitated smooth laboratory operations through proactive troubleshooting and maintenance of sophisticated equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Reduced sample contamination risks by adhering to strict protocols in the preparation and handling of specimens.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes, sharing critical lab findings and insights.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, participating in regular audits and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy through meticulous attention to detail during testing procedures and data analysis.
Education
Doctor Of Health Science - Leadership And Policy
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAMaster Of Science - Human Biology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2024
Bachelor Of Science - Health Sciences
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2023
Associate Of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VA05.2016
Skills
- Adaptable to change
- Training and mentoring
- Patient confidentiality
- Critical thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Infection control
- Complex Problem-solving
- Detail-oriented
- Relationship building
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Northern Regional Hospital
03.2018 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technologist
LewisGale Pulaski
11.2017 - 03.2018
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Lifepoint Health
06.2016 - 11.2017
Doctor Of Health Science - Leadership And Policy
Liberty University
Master Of Science - Human Biology
Liberty University
Bachelor Of Science - Health Sciences
Liberty University
Associate Of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Wytheville Community College
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