Tina Jurgensmeier

• Evaluated test results to determine if they are normal or abnormal; reported results to physicians in accordance with established protocols.
• Maintained laboratory records and equipment; ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality control procedures.
• Performed hematology analyses including complete blood count and differential, coagulation testing, and body fluid analysis.
• Participated in continuing education programs to stay abreast of advances in the field of medical laboratory science.
• Ensured proper collection of specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
• Trained other personnel on the proper operation of lab instruments, specimen collection techniques, and quality control procedures.
• Kept patient information properly secured and confidential.
• Calibrated instruments regularly according to manufacturer's specifications.
• Maintained physical lab equipment, detecting malfunctions and troubleshooting to ensure optimum service.
• Performed routine and specialized laboratory tests in the areas of Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Serology, Chemistry, Blood Bank and Microbiology.

• Ensured proper collection of specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes for both STAT and routine samples.
• Trained other personnel on the proper operation of lab instruments, specimen collection techniques, and quality control procedures.
• Supervised junior staff members by providing guidance and instruction on their duties.
• Monitored inventory levels of laboratory supplies; placed orders when necessary for Chemistry Department.
• Review and implementation of new lots, levels and range values for quality control materials.
• Distribution, review, monitoring and follow-up of proficiency testing.
• Assisted with QC/IQCP research and policies.
• Performed testing and analysis on all patient specimens including identification of microorganisms for Microbiology department.
• Performed routine and specialized laboratory tests in the areas of Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Serology, Chemistry, Blood Bank and Microbiology.
• Extensive phlebotomy skills including neonates, children, geriatric, and therapeutic phlebotomies

• Ensured proper collection of specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
• Performed operation, maintenance, calibration and quality control on all analyzers present for analysis of patient specimens.
• Assisted nursing personnel with assessment of patient vital signs, IV starts, EKG's, and specimen collection.
• Entered patient vital signs, IV start details, and laboratory results into patient chart via EPIC .

• Ensured proper collection of specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
• Independently responsible for phlebotomy procedures, acute care labs, billing, data entry, patient scheduling and specimen processing.

• Performed routine and specialized laboratory tests in the areas of Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Serology, Chemistry, Blood Bank and Microbiology.
• Organized patient results into reports with accurate data entry for review by supervising physician.
• Maintained quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of test results.
• Assisted in developing new laboratory procedures as needed.

Honors: Deans List and member Phi Theta Kappa

Certifications: ASCP #02770841 1988

NCA-Clinical Laboratory Scientist #521296330

January 1994