Medical Technologist
Resume:
Deborah Totten MT ASCP
Gulfport, MS 39503
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Qualifications
* More than 20 years experience as a Medical Technologist, primarily in Microbiology but have worked many years in Chemistry as well as Hematology.
* Excellent ability to analyze test results and biochemical reactions; identify microorganisms; interpret test results and quality control results.
* Proficiency at observing safety precautions and handling of infectious specimens
* Skilled at resolving technical equipment problems, and interpreting quality controls data.
* Adept at preparing and recording accurate laboratory reports
Education
Auburn University of Montgomery, Montgomery,AL
B.S. Biology/Medical Technology 1993
Certification
Medical Technologist-American Society of Clinical Pathologist 1993
Relevant Experience
12/2005-8/2012 Gwinnett Medical Center, Medical Technologist
* Prepared specimens and plated to appropriate media.
* Performed laboratory procedures to identify bacteria and yeast used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.
* Screened sensitivities from instrument to check for discrepancies and validity
* Performed molecular testing procedures for the identification of Gonorrhea and Chlamydia
* Ran various rapid test to check for the presence of strep, flu, RSV, and Cryptococcus
* Verified, recorded and reported laboratory results on all performed tests.
* Ensured compliance with CAP and government requirements, hospital policies and laboratory procedures..
2001-2005 Integrated Regional Laboratory, Medical Technologist
* Prepared specimens and environmental samples and plated to applicable media
* Performed microbiological test on all growth of bacteria to identify microbial agents of disease.
* Mutually responsible for the accuracy, interpretation and reporting of all test results
* Carried out routine maintenance on equipment and perform quality control on all reagents
* Ran molecular testing on serological samples testing for Gonorrhea and Chlamydia
* Set, incubated, and examined specimens for the identification of AFB, including staining and reading smears microscopically
* Read and interpreted fungus plates for the presence of yeast and or funguses and identified them according to laboratory procedures.
1999-2001 Montreal Internal Medicine, Medical Technologist
* Operated and calibrated an assortment of laboratory equipment and performed various chemistry, hematology and coagulation test, to help the physicians diagnose and treat the patients.
* Assisted in the phlebotomy of all patients, and performed all testing according to procedure.
1997-1999 Tifton Physicians Center, Medical Technologist
* Performed complex laboratory test and procedures on blood and other bodily fluids according to lab practices
* Responsible for the accurate and timely results of all testing done daily.
* Executed routine maintenance on all equipment and kept accurate records of quality control and troubleshooting
* Participated in proficiency testing of unknowns and internal and external continuing education programs to keep current of developments in my field.
1993-1997 Alabama Reference Lab
* Microbiology, Mycology,and Mycobacteriology as stated above
* Molecular biology
* Parasitology
* Some limited virology
References Available Upon Request
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