Stephanie Saint Jean
Coconut Creek,FL
Summary
Goal-oriented ASCP-certified Clinical Laboratory scientist with a strong background in laboratory management seeking to lead in a laboratory supervisory role. Skilled in analytical techniques, problem-solving, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Reliable and adaptable, excelling in dynamic settings and delivering consistent outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemistry Supervisor
Memorial Regional Hospital South
07.2023 - Current
- Carry out both basic and complicated patient testing in hematology and coagulation with the Sysmex XN-2000 w/ cellavision, ESR Stat 6, and CS-2500
- Perform complex and basic patient testing in urinalysis with the IRIS velocity, IQ 200, and the Clinitek Advantus analyzer
- Review Instrument maintenance, PM, and service logs for the VITROS 7600
- Perform manual serology testing such as Mono, and Abbott rapid HIV testing.
- Perform rapid Sars Cov2-Flu-RSV PCR testing on the GenExpert Cepheid analyzers
- Microscopically examine slides of various bodily fluids with manual staining and aero spray stainer
- Manual and automated testing in the blood bank utilizing the Vision Swift analyzer
- Receive, interpret,t and report laboratory test data results through EPIC/Beaker laboratory information system
- Operate and calibrate equipment to ensure accurate and precise test results.
- Evaluate and manage Quality Control, reports, and graphs with the Bio-Rad Unity real-time QC program
- Participate in CAP Inspections
- Developed new analytical methods, improving the overall accuracy and reliability of data.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough analysis and documentation of test results.
- Provide both technical and informational assistance to employees
- Supervise, train, and assist, new employees in the area of responsibility
- Perform all procedures within the chemistry department section
- Perform Validation of new methods and/or instruments
- Inventory management of supplies and materials
Medical Technologist/ Chemistry Section Supervisor
HCA Woodmont Hospital
12.2015 - 02.2025
- Perform basic and complicated patient testing in hematology and coagulation with the DXH, and Sysmex XN-2000 ESR Stat 6, Stago, and ACL Top 300
- Perform complex and basic patient testing in urinalysis with the IRIS velocity, IQ 200, and the Clinitek Advantus
- Manual and automated testing in blood bank utilizing the Echo Lumena analyzer
- Perform manual serology testing such as, mono, Abbott rapid HIV testing.
- Perform rapid Sars Cov2, Flu, RSV PCR and antigen testing on the Abbott ID now, and Sophia analyzer
- Perform Validation and implementation of new methods for the 5600 analyzers
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- 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.
- 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 through the Meditech Laboratory information system.
- Evaluate Quality Control, reports and graphs utilizing the Biorad Unity Real-time system
- Supervises and assists Staffing
- Review Instrument maintenance, PM, and service logs for the Vitros 5600 analyzers
- Inventory management of supplies and materials
- Complete staff competencies in the area of responsibility
General Supervisor
Testd Labs
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Analyze, supervise, and manage all Laboratory Department activities
- Plan, prepared, and supervised laboratory services relating to COLA national standards and organization's policies.
- Participated and successfully passed COLA inspection.
- Played a key role in the laboratory accreditation process, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Provide and perform access to laboratory personnel for consultation and determine operational troubles in timely manner
- Establish, execute, review and evaluate laboratory procedures and policies and procedures for operating functions of laboratory
- Perform analytic, pre and post analytic functions to attain departmental goals and ensure stable conformance by laboratory staff
- Perform responsibility for Laboratory Document Control
- Head responsibility for maintaining laboratory records, reports, and files
- Perform activities to fulfill report requirements and record retention as established by accrediting agencies
- Support Director with laboratory activities and operation
- Analyze and monitor maintenance and service for all analyzers
- Manage laboratory purchase of inventory, storage, and supplies usage
- Manage and resolve administrative and technical problems
- Oversaw the hiring process for new employees, including interviews, selection decisions, and onboarding procedures.
- Application of Molecular applications, pipetting, and clean techniques
- Operate and maintain the King Fisher Flex QuantStudio 3 and 7 flex system for PCR testing
- Preparation reagents, standards, and controls as required
Molecular Technologist
American Health Associates
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Prepared samples for analysis for PC manual extractions
- Aliquot dry and wet COVID 19 samples at a very high volume
- Applied Molecular applications, such as pipetting, and clean techniques
- Operate and maintain the Kingfisher Flex and the Quant Studio analyzers by preparing reagents, standards, and controls as required
- Proper use of all specimen handling protocols and thorough and accurate performance of molecular diagnostics assays according to laboratory guidelines
- Analyzes and records test data to issue technical reports or prepare graphs and charts to document experimental results
- Independently performs laboratory testing through professional knowledge of laboratory procedures, execution, interpretation and/or analysis, in an accurate and timely manner
Licensed Medical Laboratory Technician
Cell Science Systems
10.2013 - 12.2015
- Perform technician's functions in a high sample volume environment
- Follow the laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient results
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance
- Organized and detail-oriented and a 'team player.'
- Exercise professional judgment in evaluation, specimen integrity, and result accuracy
- Follow all applicable CLIA, OSHA and HIPAA regulations
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Barry University
Miami, FL12-2024
Bachelor's - Interdisciplinary Studies with a Concentration in Biomedical
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL10.2018
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL01.2010
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
City College
Fort Lauderdale, FL01.2007
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Team- Player
- Reliability
- Supervising
- Time management abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self-motivation
- Training and mentoring
- Punctuality
- Dependable
Certification
- MLS (ASCP) CM
- Clinical Laboratory Supervisor License- SU 44624
Timeline
Chemistry Supervisor
Memorial Regional Hospital South
07.2023 - Current
General Supervisor
Testd Labs
09.2021 - 10.2022
Molecular Technologist
American Health Associates
08.2020 - 12.2020
Medical Technologist/ Chemistry Section Supervisor
HCA Woodmont Hospital
12.2015 - 02.2025
Licensed Medical Laboratory Technician
Cell Science Systems
10.2013 - 12.2015
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Keiser University
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
City College
Master of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Barry University
Bachelor's - Interdisciplinary Studies with a Concentration in Biomedical
Keiser University
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