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Tiffany Menefee

Canton,OH

Summary

Compassionate Laboratory Assistant trained to handle issues and remain level- headed. Well-versed in preparing specimens and samples.

Thorough and detailed individual with 20 years of hands-on experience working in medical laboratory settings. Well-versed in medical terminology and compliance procedures.

I'm hardworking and ready to learn new things and help others when needed.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lab Assistant

Summa Barberton Hospital
Barberton, OH
06.2013 - Current
  • Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
  • Managed lab work smoothly and with reliable accuracy to meet regulatory and operational demands.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Managed laboratory supplies and equipment, providing maximum output to meet data deadlines.
  • Perform pre-analytical specimen preparation for laboratory departments including Microbiology, Cytology, Histology and other Pathology departments and labs
  • Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
  • Able to communicate,verbally or in writing,test results to physician and nursing units.
  • Effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with the understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity
  • Accessioned patient specimen by placing doctor's orders into computer
  • Assures samples are properly aliquoted and stored for send out testing
  • Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
  • Completed training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy
  • Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories.

Education

North High School
Akron, OH
05-2003

Skills

  • Documentation Requirements
  • Specimen Handling Protocols
  • Supply Maintenance
  • Documentation Compliance
  • Specimen Processing
  • Sample Checking
  • File Management/Data entry
  • Sample Preparation
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening and Attention to Detail
  • Faxing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lab Assistant

Summa Barberton Hospital
06.2013 - Current

North High School
Tiffany Menefee