Research and Development/ Medical Technologist

Katie Freeman

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Malden, MA 781-***-**** ***************@*****.***

Experience

Beckman Coulter (Research and Development Associate) 2021-2023

•Collaborated with project engineers to ensure accuracy and transparency in the development and

•reformulation of reagent.

•Met aggressive timelines for product developments through new advancements.

•Performed data analysis in the form of graphs and tables using computer programs such as excel.

•Conducted cell analysis on >3 million 3D images weekly to determine the presence of normal or abnormal blood components.

Winchester Hospital (Medical Technologist) 2020-2021

•Collected and processed blood, urine specimens complying with 100% of OSHA regulation and lab protocols.

•Demonstrated the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians, pathologists, and nursing staff as a member of interdisciplinary team focused on providing exemplary quality of care.

•Evaluated quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory testing and measurement.

•Controls and maintained compliance with CLIA, OSHA, safety and risk-management guidelines.

•Regulate equipment and perform routine cleaning, calibration, and maintenance to continue providing precise results.

•Post vasectomy and infertility testing, microscopic examination of urinalysis and body fluid counts with crystals.

Beth Israel Deaconess (Medical Technologist II) 2019-2020

•Prepared specimens for analysis and established proper chronological priorities.

•Maintained effective communication to ensure cohesive workflow and customer satisfaction and

•Implemented professional expectations.

•Performed both routine and emergency maintenance on laboratory instruments.

•Executed hematological tests, including red and white blood cell counts, sickle cell tests, hemoglobin estimations, fragility tests, coagulation time and clot retraction time.

•Performed hematology and coagulation diagnostics testing with assisting pathologist in bone marrow.

•Slide preparation and staining.

Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Lead Medical Technologist) 2016-2019

•Handled and disposed of all laboratory waste in accordance with established health and safety regulations.

•Executed hematological tests, including red and white blood cell counts, sickle cell tests, hemoglobin estimations, fragility tests, coagulation time and clot retraction time.

•Properly calibrated and adjusted malfunctioning equipment to ensure precise test results.

•Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.

•Neatly and accurately completed all required JACHO check sheets and SOP documentation in

•accordance with set guidelines

•Performed various administrative duties, including data entry and document preparation.

•Responsible for technical and scientific oversight of laboratory in conjunction with lab supervisor.

•Lead team of 3-4 laboratory personnel focused on general lab bench work.

•Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.

•Maintained required laboratory supply inventory and verified viability of supplies prior to use.

Education

University of Massachusetts Lowell, BS Clinical Laboratory Science 2016

Major: Clinical Laboratory Science

North Shore Community College, AS Liberal Arts 2013

Major: Liberal Arts

Skills & abilities

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Calibration

Laboratory Experience

Laboratory Management

QA/QC

Quality Control

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Manual Differentials (5 years)

Research & Development

Program Management

Product Development

Laboratory Procedures

EMR Systems

Manufacturing

Data collection

Developmental Research

Cross- Functional Teams

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