Tammy Rees
Washington,North Carolina
Summary
Detail-oriented Laboratory Manager highly effective at keeping laboratory running smoothly and efficiently. Knowledgeable about managing supplies, equipment and facilities. Pursuing new professional challenges with the opportunity to make a positive impact on laboratory operations and research success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Manager
Pitt County Government: Public Health
Greenville, NC
08.2012 - Current
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform experiments and analyze results.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Managed operational documents and produced reports detailing activities.
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
- Trained staff, scheduled work hours and assigned projects for a three lab personnel -person work group.
- Designed processes to increase efficiency by minimizing error and reducing repetitive tasks.
- Resolved issues with product development from inception through post-commercialization processes.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Utilized expertise as a MLT (ASCP) to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
MLT
Vidant Beaufort Hospital
Washington , NC
02.2001 - 08.2012
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
MLT
Martin General Hospital
Williamston , North Carolina
06.1999 - 02.2001
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Beaufort County Community College
Washington, NC05.1999
Skills
Managing Laboratory Operations
- Medical Laboratory Management
- Safety Awareness
- Specimen Testing and Analysis
- Corrective Actions
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Sharps Disposal
- Lab Equipment Calibration
- Quality Inspection and Control
- Blood Sample Collection
- Quality Improvement Activities
- Universal Precautions
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Testing Proficiency
Certification
- ASCP Certification ID: 04004248 MLT 60415
Timeline
Laboratory Manager
Pitt County Government: Public Health
08.2012 - Current
MLT
Vidant Beaufort Hospital
02.2001 - 08.2012
MLT
Martin General Hospital
06.1999 - 02.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Beaufort County Community College
- ASCP Certification ID: 04004248 MLT 60415
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