Medical Technologist Quality Control
Resume:
Eileen A. Nelson
*********@*******.***
Memphis, TN 38125
Work Experience
Traveling Medical Technologist
LRS Healthcare Agency:
-BaylorScott&White Hospital, Waco, TX
July 17, 2023 to October 15, 2023
-Baptist Hospital, Louisville, KY
March 13, 2023 to April 19, 2023
-Regional One Hospital, Memphis, TN
July 18, 2022 to December 23, 2023
*Performed testing in core labs (Chemistry, Hematology, Serology, Urinalysis and Micro.)
*Performed quality control diagnostic testing, documenting variances performances
*Documented test results using computerized and manual transcripts
*Identified and resolved unexpected results
*Received feedback and process improvement opportunities to patient satisfaction
*Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and strategies
*Processed patient specimens according to priority and documents
*Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations and reference labs
*Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements
*Performed instrumentation QC
*Followed good laboratory practices
*Received, reviewed, and tested specimens, including priority specimens Medical Technology, Manager
Precision Laboratories, Olive Branch, MS
December 2021 to February 2022
*Supervised and performed technical and administrative functions for clinical laboratory
*Maintained medical laboratory equipment performance
*Assisted developing operations, quality and troubleshooting procedures
*Maintained lab QA/QC manuals
*Supervised lab Technician
*Assisted in evaluating new equipment
Eileen A. Nelson
*********@*******.***
Memphis, TN 38125
*Responsible for equipment maintenance, documentation and performed minor repairs if needed
*Made recommendations to management for adoption of cost saving on equipment and supplies
*Knowledge of good laboratory practices and regulatory practices (CLIA, CAP, OSHA, etc.) Medical Technologist Supervisor
Compass Laboratory Services, Memphis, TN
August 2020 to December 2021
*Oversee the safety of laboratory daily activities
*Advise Staff members to adhere to established protocol, procedures, and regulations
*Demonstrate a solid scientific knowledge to manage routine and proficiency testing
*Review and release Covid, Bacterial and Viral specimen results
*Review all QC performed on each specimen run (Wounds, UTI’s, RPP, Drugs, and Flu)
*Maintain proper records of all results
*Supervised technicians and train less experienced laboratory staff
*Communicate essential information to other personnel, managers, and clients
*Organized weekly staff meetings
Lead Medical Technologist
Quest Diagnostic Laboratory, Memphis, TN
April 2019 to May 2020
*Prepared dried blood spot samples for analysis
*Performed TB kit validation before testing
*Analysis test results and take corrective action as needed
*Approved and released TB patient results in an unparalleled turnaround time (TAT)
*Assisted in leading the accessioning of laboratory samples while maintaining an order entry error of less than 0.5%
*Prepped TB samples plates on Janus analyzer, read TB plates on CTL analyzer and confirmed results by microscopic review
*Mastered high proficiency testing on LYNX (TB new semi-automated analyzer)
*Participated in continuing education and training programs
*Maintained regulatory standards and Good Laboratory Practices
*Followed company safety policies and procedures within work
*Performed preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment Eileen A. Nelson
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Memphis, TN 38125
*Performed troubling shooting and repairs on equipment when needed Lead Medical Technologist
Delta Medical Technologist, Memphis, TN
February 2017 to January 2019
*Lead MT on training and validating Beckman Coulter DxH 600
*Scheduled training session for all laboratory staff on Beckman Coulter DXH 600
*Assisted in execution, data collection, report drafting and editing new laboratory policies and procedures for Beckman Coulter DxH 600
*Weekly inventory and ordering of reagents, consumables, and other supplies
*Daily maintenance and quality control on Beckman Coulter, Cobas 600, ACL/Elite-Coagulation, Microbiology and Clinitek-Urinalysis analyzer
*Mastered high proficiency testing in the Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology and Coagulation departments
*Mastered proficiency drug testing for hospital personnel, clinics, reference labs, private doctor office, non-governmental business, and worker comp
*Knowledge of laboratory SOPs and instrument manels
*Knowledge of safer use of laboratory equipment
*Familiarity with applicable MSDS
*Assisted in safety drills, safety training and testing Medical Technologist
Interstate Blood Bank, (Grifols), Inc, Memphis, TN October 2016 to January 2017 (Contract)
*Followed written procedures for samples handling, processing, analyzing, and reporting PCR test results
*Performed low, moderate, and high complexity PCR testing of donor samples
*Assisted laboratory Management with monitoring of testing performed, accuracy, and timely reporting of test results
*Performed quality control, calibration, and instrument maintenance activities as specified in procedures
Eileen A. Nelson
*********@*******.***
Memphis, TN 38125
*Interfaced with vendor representatives and technical services to provide troubleshooting and diagnostic consultation to resolve instrument and assay technical problems
*Assisted in instrument, assay, and LIMS training and validations
*Assisted management with completion of error and accident reports
*Notified Supervisor of any problems identified that may adversely affect the performance of PCR/Source plasma testing and/or reporting of test results
*Performed other duties as may be required/assigned Medical Technologist
Oxford Immunotec Lab, Inc., Memphis, TN
November 2015 to October 2016
*Processed Immunology screening test for TB
*Provided customers unparalleled test turnaround time (TAT)
*Reported results and take appropriate action according to laboratory guidelines
*Performed pre-analytical duties, processing of specimens, data entry, receiving/accessioning of samples and stocking/preparing supplies
*Participated in continuing education and training programs
*Maintained regulatory standards and Good Laboratory Practices
*Followed company safety policies and procedures within work
*Performed preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment
*Performed troubleshooting and repairs on equipment when needed Medical Technologist
Baptist Hospital, Southaven, MS
February 2014 to September 2015
*Performed testing in core labs (Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis)
*Performed quality control diagnostic testing, documenting variances performances
*Documented test results using computerized and manual transcripts
*Received, reviewed, and tested specimens, including priority specimens
*Processed patient specimens according to priority and documents
*Followed good laboratory practices
*Reviewed inventory and reported supplies needed to Supervisor
*Received training on collecting bone marrow for testing
*Worked with phlebotomist, data entry and receiving clerk to maintain a productive workflow Eileen A. Nelson
*********@*******.***
Memphis, TN 38125
Education
Bachelor of Science
Medical Technology @Baptist School of Science
Bachelor of Science
Biology @Southern University
Skills
*GLP (3 years)
*Microbiology (2 years)
*High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (5 years)
*Calibration (6 years)
*CGMP (5 years)
*Laboratory Experience (10+ years)
*Laboratory Management (2 years)
*QA/QC (2 years)
*Clinical Laboratory Experience (10+ years)
*Quality Systems (5 years)
*Research & Development
*Microscopy (4 years)
*PCR (6 years)
*Wet Chemistry (1 year)
*Quality control (5 years)
*Western blot
*Internal audits
*Aseptic techniques
*Laboratory techniques
*Spectrophotometer
*Cell culture
*Spectroscopy
Certification and License
Eileen A. Nelson
*********@*******.***
Memphis, TN 38125
AMT Certification
Current
Medical Technologist TN License
Current
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