Victoria Collins
Brookline,Missouri
Summary
Accomplished Lab Technician with a proven track record at Mercy Hospital Springfield, adept in specimen handling and laboratory safety procedures. Renowned for exceptional attention to detail and interpersonal communication, significantly enhancing laboratory efficiency and accuracy. Expert in specimen acquisition and identification, consistently delivering high-quality results and maintaining stringent safety standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician II
Mercy Hospital Springfield
06.2024 - Current
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
Assistant Lab Technician
Cox Health
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Caregiver
In-Home Solutions
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Assistant Pathology Lab Technician
Cox Health
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
Caregiver
Integrity Home Care & Hospice
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Food Service Worker
Fresh Ideas Food Service Management
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Ozarks Technical College
Springfield, MO12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Biology
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MO05-2022
High School Diploma -
Koshkonong High School
Koshkonong05-2017
Skills
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Fluid analysis
- Chemical identification
- Specimen handling
- Specimen classification
- Sterile technique
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Lab Technician II
Mercy Hospital Springfield
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Lab Technician
Cox Health
01.2024 - 02.2024
Caregiver
In-Home Solutions
06.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Pathology Lab Technician
Cox Health
03.2023 - 04.2023
Caregiver
Integrity Home Care & Hospice
07.2021 - 03.2023
Food Service Worker
Fresh Ideas Food Service Management
08.2017 - 07.2021
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Ozarks Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Biology
Southwest Baptist University
High School Diploma -
Koshkonong High School
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