Taylor Pawlak, MLT(ASCP)CM
Dugger,IN
Summary
Skilled medical and clinical laboratory technician with background in accurately conducting tests and analyzing bodily fluids and tissue samples to support physicians in diagnosing patients. Strong understanding of laboratory safety protocols and quality control procedures ensures reliable test results and contributes to high standards of patient care. Known for ability to maintain laboratory equipment, manage inventory, and implement new testing procedures that improve efficiency and accuracy in diagnostic processes. Demonstrated impact through consistent delivery of precise test results, facilitating timely treatment decisions. Expertise in laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, weekly and monthly maintanence of instruments, and compliance with all policies and procedures required by The Joint Commission.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Monroe Hospital
Monroe, IN
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Completed regular checks and documented use dates for controls, reagents and calibrators.
- Maintained patient, specimen and tracking data using laboratory computer system.
- Operated point-of-care testing equipment in a fast-paced environment, ensuring rapid response times.
- Utilized automated equipment and instruments, including spectrophotometers and centrifuges, to analyze samples.
- Participated in proficiency testing programs designed to maintain high-quality standards in the lab.
Medical Laboratory Intern
Greene County General Hospital
Linton, IN
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Verify and collect physician orders, and communicate discrepancies to nurses when needed.
- Compile and submit data for demographic research to help with linearity of instruments.
- Process patient payments and collect appropriate billing information, including diagnosis codes and insurance information.
- Maintained accurate records of test results and performed quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of data.
- Performed laboratory tests and analyses on samples, including hematology, urinalysis, microbiology, immunology, and chemistry.
Phlebotomist Technician
Union Health
Terre Haute, IN
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
- Used multiple electronic medical software to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence.
- Interviewed patients and documented details to update and file paperwork.
- Performed venipuncture and skin punctures on patients of all ages to collect blood samples for laboratory testing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Terre Haute, IN05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2022
Skills
- Stress Management
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Specimen handling and analysis
- Phlebotomy
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Quality Control Procedures
- Laboratory procedures
Experience with instrumentation such as:
ACLTop370
Sysmex
Beckman DXC/DXI
OrthoVision Swift
Vitros
Certification
ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (2025)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Monroe Hospital
12.2024 - 04.2025
Medical Laboratory Intern
Greene County General Hospital
08.2021 - 12.2024
Phlebotomist Technician
Union Health
08.2020 - 08.2021
ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (2025)
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Purdue University
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