Tonya Shortnacy
Mount Pleasant,TX
Summary
Hardworking Medical Laboratory Technician bringing 15 years of expertise in urinalysis, coagulation, chemistry, serology, and hematology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines. Proficient in quality control and quality assurance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
TRMC/Harts Bluff Family Care Center
09.2022 - Current
- I currently work for the FCC as a PRN MLT
- From September 2022 to November 2023 I was the Managing Lab Technician
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
Medical Laboratory Technician Generalist
Wadley Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients by answering questions about lab tests clearly while maintaining empathy for their concerns.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Doctor's Clinic
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
Medical Laboratory Technician Generalist
Wadley Regional Medical Center At Hope
08.2016 - 07.2022
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Christus Health
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive team culture focused on collaboration and innovation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX08.2010
Associate of Science -
Northeast Texas Community College
Mount Pleasant, TX05.2009
Skills
- Specimen Collection
- Quality testing
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Quality Control Procedures
- Lab testing
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Equipment Calibration
- Training and mentoring
- Blood Bank Operations
- Serology Testing
- Test Documentation
- Laboratory Assay Analysis
- Coagulation Testing
- Critical thinking abilities
- Hematology analysis
- Quality Control Management
- Microbiology Techniques
- Adherence to Regulations
- Phlebotomy expertise
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician Generalist
Wadley Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 06.2024
Medical Laboratory Technician
TRMC/Harts Bluff Family Care Center
09.2022 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
Doctor's Clinic
04.2022 - 09.2023
Medical Laboratory Technician
Christus Health
08.2020 - 02.2021
Medical Laboratory Technician Generalist
Wadley Regional Medical Center At Hope
08.2016 - 07.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Northeast Texas Community College
Associate of Science -
Northeast Texas Community College
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