Professional Medical Laboratory Scientist with substantial experience in clinical laboratory operations and diagnostics. Adept at performing complex laboratory tests, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring accuracy in test results. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments, with a focus on achieving measurable results. Skilled in using advanced laboratory technology and adhering to stringent safety and quality standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist
Mercy Hospital Lincoln
04.2024 - Current
Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
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.
Senior Lab NCO
United States Army Reserve
08.2011 - Current
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, minimizing the risk of infection or contamination in the laboratory environment.
Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Palomar Health
12.2022 - 03.2024
Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Department of the Army
10.2020 - 09.2021
Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
Trained Medical Laboratory Students in various sections of the laboratory
Education
Master of Health Science - Clincial Laboratory Science
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO
12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Drury University
Springfield, MO
12-2020
Skills
Laboratory safety
Quality control
Time management
Regulatory compliance
Employee training
Effective communication
Inventory control
Lab equipment maintenance
Laboratory safety protocols
Digital recordkeeping
Safety procedures
Detail-oriented
Medical laboratory scientist (MLS) (MT)
Certification
Registered Medical Laboratory Scienctist MLS(AMT)-American Medical Technologists.
Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology.
Languages
English
Timeline
Medical Technologist
Mercy Hospital Lincoln
04.2024 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Palomar Health
12.2022 - 03.2024
Medical Laboratory Technician
Department of the Army
10.2020 - 09.2021
Senior Lab NCO
United States Army Reserve
08.2011 - Current
Master of Health Science - Clincial Laboratory Science