Tess Krugh, MLS(ASCP)

• Perform high-complexity diagnostic testing in a fast-paced core laboratory across chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and transfusion services while ensuring accurate and timely patient results.
• Analyze, verify, and report test results while recognizing abnormal findings and initiating appropriate follow-up, troubleshooting, and escalation when necessary.
• Perform specimen processing, quality control, calibration, and routine maintenance of automated laboratory instrumentation to ensure optimal performance and testing reliability.
• Support blood bank operations, including blood product preparation, compatibility testing, antibody screening, and adherence to transfusion safety protocols.
• Perform hematology differentials, coagulation analysis, and urinalysis testing with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Follow CLIA, CAP, AABB, and hospital laboratory SOPs to maintain regulatory compliance and uphold quality assurance standards.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and resolve technical issues to minimize downtime and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Utilize laboratory information systems for accurate result documentation, specimen tracking, and communication of critical values to clinical staff.
• Collaborate with pathologists, technologists, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support quality patient care through reliable laboratory diagnostics.

∙ Performed and interpreted routine and STAT chemistry assays (e.g., electrolytes, liver enzymes, cardiac markers) using automated analyzers. ∙ Conducted quality control (QC), calibration, and maintenance on chemistry instrumentation

∙ Analyzed complete blood counts (CBCs), differentials, and peripheral blood smears for abnormal cell morphology. ∙ Conducted routine and microscopic urinalysis, including chemical dipstick testing, microscopy for casts, crystals, and cells. ∙ Performed ABO/Rh typing, antibody screens, crossmatches, and direct antiglobulin tests (DAT).

∙ Prepared blood products for transfusion and ensured compliance with transfusion service protocols.

Performed specimen setup and culture plating techniques using appropriate media for various specimen types (e.g., blood, urine, sputum, wound).

∙ Identified bacterial, fungal, and select parasitic organisms using colony morphology, Gram staining, biochemical testing, and MALDI-TOF. ∙ Conducted antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) using automated systems such as Vitek 2.

∙ Processed and analyzed respiratory panels and GI pathogen panels using molecular platforms (e.g., BioFire, GenMark ePlex).