Gracie L. Dortch

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Chicago, Illinois 60651 aczkxe@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Enthusiastic and hardworking professional ready to obtain a Laboratory Assistant position in the Anatomic Pathology/Histology where my Professional and Educational experience will contribute to the growth of the organization.

QULIFICATIONS

• Computer literate in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint)

• Typing 70 wpm and 10-key calculations.

• Comfortable working in a team or alone with minimal supervision.

• Versatile, quick learner who enjoys new challenges.

• Proven experience with data entry, project work as a part of a team, and proofreading.

• Strong data entry experience along with a good numerical aptitude.

• Ability to maintain strict professionalism in client communication.

• Laboratory experience

EDUCATION

Medical Terminology Certificate

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois 2012-2013

Phlebotomy Certificate

Northwestern Business College Chicago, Illinois 2007-2008

Classes include: Principles of Phlebotomy, Phlebotomy Practicum, Emergency Procedures, Therapeutic Health Care Communications, OSHA and Healthcare Workers, Medical Law, Ethics, and Human Relations in Health Care and Contemporary Healthcare Issues

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

The College of Office Technology Chicago, Illinois 2004-2005

Classes include: Medical Manager (Computerized Patient Database), Medical Terminology, ICD-9 and CPT Coding, Anatomy & Physiology, Insurance Billing and Operation of medical equipment

WORK EXPERIENCE

Clinical Laboratory Assistant Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital 2012-Present

Prepares laboratory specimens for designated departments/locations (Chemistry, Blood Bank, Micro, Pathology/Histology etc.) prior to laboratory analysis and testing, Unpacks blood specimens, slides, & tissues from branches or ports and routes specimens by type to various staging areas, Prepares all specimens received for testing in designated laboratory departments or locations such as staging of blood specimens, slides & tissues centrifuge, separate serum, and blood smears, Aliquots sample for departments, Prepares excess specimen samples for storage and resolves and document problem specimens.

Laboratory Assistant Technical Advocate Christ Medical Center 2011-2012

To triage and process patient specimens in a timely and accurate manner for individual laboratory testing and referred testing (both intra-and extra system) in accordance with department policies and procedures, regulatory and safety standards and good laboratory practice; To perform limited lab analysis in all clinical and AP areas, in a manner technically appropriate, according to approved departmental policies and procedures; to use a customer focused approach with internal and external customers in regard to all supportive activities in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, including registration, billing, troubleshooting, customer response and in resolving order and billing errors.

Operating Room Anesthesia Tech. Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center 2011-2012

Clean/Wipe down all with EPA-approved Disinfectant such as Caviwipes cords/hoses and filters. Clean/Wipe down with EPA-approved disinfectant such as Caviwipes anesthesia machines. Clean/Wipe down with EPA-approved disinfectant such as such as Caviwipes anesthesia cart. Clean/Wipe down with EPA-approved disinfectant such as Caviwipes head strap. Clean/Wipe anesthesia related-equipment (e.g. Nerve Stimulator, Fluid Warmer, Bair Hugger, Laryngoscope handles). Change Breathing Circuit after each surgery. Re-stock Anesthesia Carts after each surgery. Dispose of anesthesia related trash after each surgery. Check to see if laryngoscopes blades are packaged properly. Prepare 20 or more IV's each day.

Clinical Lab Associate IDPH Division of Laboratories 2007-2008

Provide accurate and timely data entry of newborn data through the use of IDPH software system. Receive and sort

Specimen’s and accurately track specimens for newborns screening. Records testing information and files laboratory reports. Inventories and orders laboratory and office supplies. Communicates with Hospital and laboratory information. Cleans and restocks laboratory facility. Maintains a safe environment in the laboratory.