Justin H. LaBrecque, BS
** *********** **. *******, ** 01960 978-***-****
acb6ux@r.postjobfree.com
Qualifications
. Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Salem
State University
. Four years of experience performing phlebotomy and order-entry as a
Lab Associate at Beverly Hospital
. Experience training students and new hires
. Performed daily quality control procedures as well as quality
assurance with radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment
. Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines
. Excellent and professional customer service and communication skills
. Works effectively in a team environment
. Ability to troubleshoot equipment and computers in a fast paced
setting
. Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
Work History
Digirad Imaging Solutions 475 Wildwood Ave., Woburn, MA May
2013-Present
Cardiac Stress Technician
. Drive gamma camera and appropriate equipment to physician offices
located throughout New England
. Complete set up of equipment at the offices
. Interview patients to obtain relevant medical histories
. Document contraindications to determine treadmill vs. pharmacologic
stress
. Prepare the patient for the procedure by placing IV lines and placing
electrodes/wires to be used for the EKG
. Obtain patient blood pressures prior, during, and post procedure
. Operate stress exam computer systems and treadmills at each physicians
office
. Document resting EKG and note any arrhythmia or ST abnormalities
during stress exam
. Coach the patients on the treadmill while noting symptoms and
complaints
. Maintain, transfer and organize all medical records for storage in
database
North Shore Medical Center 81 Highland Ave., Salem, MA May 2007-
August 2012
Diagnostic Cardiology, Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Responsibilities
. Performed quality control and calibration on equipment, frequently
troubleshooting when equipment malfunctioned
. Utilized aseptic techniques for obtaining intravenous access and
preparing doses for patient injection
. Complied with all regulatory standards for use of radioactive
materials
. Prepared and handled radiopharmaceuticals for injection
. Complete documentation in accordance with JCAHO and Nuclear Regulatory
Commission standards
. Acquired and processed myocardial perfusion images for physician
review
. Trained students and new hires
Northeast Health Systems 83 Herrick St., Beverly, MA June
2003-July 2007
Laboratory, Laboratory Associate
Responsibilities
. Collected a variety of specimen samples on patients including blood
samples, cultures, body fluids, and waste
. Performed order-entry with full succession
. Performed sample management including receipt and aliquoting
. Trained to perform gram-stains and plant cultures on a variety of
media
. Supervised and trained new lab personnel for phlebotomy, specimen
processing and handling, and use of Meditech
. Used Meditech for data entry and retrieving lab results for physicians
. Assisted nurses in entering specialty laboratory tests
Education
Salem State University 9/2002-5/2007, 2012-2013
Salem, MA
Bachelor's of Science in Biology in 2007 Minor: Chemistry
Concentration in Nuclear Medicine Technology
Harvard Extension School 2012-Present Continuing Education Courses
GPA 3.65