Stephanie Garrison
Walnut Shade,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented professional specializing in patient care and administrative support. Expertise in coordinating schedules, managing documentation, and optimizing efficiency through data entry. Strong organizational skills and a collaborative approach aimed at enhancing operations in a purchasing assistant role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
Quest Diagnostics
Branson, MO
06.2026 - Current
- Collected, processed biological samples efficiently to facilitate timely analysis.
- Conducted various laboratory tests following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and cleanliness.
- Collected, labeled, and stored lab samples to ensure compliance with laboratory specifications.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all claim adjudication activities to support regulatory compliance.
Patient Care Technician
Mercy Hospital
Ozark, MO
10.2013 - Current
- Conducted hourly rounds and addressed call lights promptly to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and grooming to support activities of daily living and enhance overall well-being.
- Collected blood samples and body fluids for diagnostic testing, contributing to accurate patient assessments.
- Executed charting tasks using computer systems to maintain accurate patient records.
- Organized and maintained patient charts while filing paperwork to support office operations.
Scheduler
Cox Hospital
Springfield, MO
07.2012 - 11.2013
- Coordinated follow-up appointments per physician instructions to optimize patient care.
- Collaborated with departments across the organization on scheduling initiatives and solutions.
- Supported staff with scheduling needs and adjustments to ensure smooth operations.
- Prepared documents such as memos, letters, emails or spreadsheets required for operational tasks.
- Routed phone calls to appropriate recipients and handled internal business correspondence.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Business Administration Management of Technology
Phillips Jr College
Springfield, MO05-1996
Skills
- Specimen collection
- Specimen management
- Laboratory safety
- Laboratory inventory
- Data management
- Record management
- Sample tracking
- Regulatory documentation
- Billing coordination
- Cost analysis
- Effective communication
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Patient support
- Reliability
- Analytical techniques
Timeline
Lab Technician
Quest Diagnostics
06.2026 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Mercy Hospital
10.2013 - Current
Scheduler
Cox Hospital
07.2012 - 11.2013
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Business Administration Management of Technology
Phillips Jr College