Therese Michele Holmes

• 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.
• Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
• Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
• Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
• Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.

• Participated in continuous education activities to stay up-to-date on advances in medical technology and microbiology techniques.
• Conducted routine maintenance checks on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance levels were maintained consistently throughout daily operations.
• Supported clinical decision-making by providing accurate and timely identification of pathogens in patient specimens.
• Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining microbiology testing procedures and implementing quality control measures.
• Facilitated communication between the microbiology lab and other departments, ensuring a collaborative approach to patient care management.
• Managed daily workload efficiently while adhering to established turnaround times for critical test results affecting patient care decisions.
• Increased accuracy of test results by maintaining proper calibration and validation of laboratory instruments.
• Reduced turnaround time for test results with efficient sample processing and timely reporting to healthcare providers.

• 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.
• Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
• Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
• Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
• Held Lead Technologist positions in both Hematology and Microbiology
• Oversaw the day to day operations
• Made the schedule
• Stayed on top of inventory

• 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.
• Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
• Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
• Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
• Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
• Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.

Worked as a Generalist in Blood Bank, Hematology, Microbiology, UA, Coagulation Nd Chemistry

General and limited Chemistry testing, Urinalysis, Coagulation and Hematology (contract position)

• Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
• Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
• Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new Medical Technologists, fostering a positive learning environment for skill development.
• Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
• Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
• Served as Lead Technologist in both Hematology and Microbiology
• Oversaw the day to day operations
• Made the schedule
• Assisted the Lab Manager
• Maintained standing orders
• Conducted interviews
• Aided with evaluations
• Participated in CAP readiness
• Performed instrument to instrument correlations