Sydney Machalek
Goddard,KS
Summary
-PROVEN MANAGER. As the Mail-out lead technician, she led 25 staff in processing 23.5K diagnostic samples, shipped to five reference laboratories and sustained two mail-out contracts valued at $700K. Her efforts and foresight assured accurate and timely patient results for 28K active duty and civilian beneficiaries ISO Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka and its 84 tenant commands.
-SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT. As Night Shift supervisor, she performed maintenance, calibration, and quality control for 15 analyzers valued at $2.6M, which resulted in zero equipment downtime and ensured uninterrupted laboratory operations. She managed the inventory and disposition of over $150K worth of blood products, sustaining life-saving blood product viability during blood transfusion emergencies.
-MISSION DRIVEN. She completed five proficiency testing surveys with a 100% pass rate, produced 355 diagnostic slides, and provided procedural supervision to eight Branch Health Clinics on proper specimen collection. Her expertise directly supported 7th Fleet's medical operational readiness.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Technician
US Navy
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
Education
Doctor of Chiropractic - Chiropractics
Parker University
Dallas, TX05.2026
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
University of Allied Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD03.2020
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Quality Improvement Activities
- Analyze Body Fluids
- Bacterial Inoculation
- Electronic Communication
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Equipment Calibration
- Microscopic Examination
- Leadership
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- MLT - Medical Laboratory Technician
- ASCP
Hobbies
Most of the time I study for College exams or take care of my grandmother, but I have quite a few hobbies that I explore on my downtime.
I enjoy playing music such as guitar and sing. Before I joined the military I used to play at the church I attend. I also enjoy art such as watercolor, acrylics, drawing, and ceramics. Another hobby of mine is fishing and gardening, I like to go to the lake and fish when I feel overwhelmed or tend to my garden when I want to get something done.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Technician
US Navy
07.2020 - 05.2023
Doctor of Chiropractic - Chiropractics
Parker University
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
University of Allied Health Sciences
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