Laboratory Scientist Certified Medical

Angela Henslee

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

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Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

(740) 403 – 1675

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Professional Summary

Hardworking and ASCP certified Medical Technologist with 21 years of expertise in chemistry, blood bank, hematology, and point of care testing needs. Demonstrated track record of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines. Highly organized and dependable candidate who excels at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Proven willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Key Skills

Organized, diligent

Work History

May 2024 — Present

Medical Laboratory Scientist • OhioHealth • Westerville, Ohio

Performs Hematology, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Kit testing, Blood gas and Rh testing.

Ensures compliance with accrediting agencies, CAP, JC, FDA, and AABB

Identifies unusual results or discrepancies, takes appropriate action to make corrections and solve problems, performs additional tests to correct or confirm abnormal patient results and notifies providers accordingly

Performs testing procedures on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual and automated techniques

Maintains required competency in all areas of the WECC Laboratory

Testing duties in all disciplines require the technologist to perform, evaluate, interpret, correlate and validate the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results

Correlates and integrates information and performs additional testing to confirm abnormal results

Performed work involving accurate and timely completion of testing to provide relevant clinical information to physicians crucial to patient care

Responsible for mastering the preventive maintenance requirements for a number of instruments and testing systems

Responsible for resolving procedural, reagent and equipment problems according to written procedures, verbal instructions and previous experience

Serves the needs of other OhioHealth Healthcare staff seeking advice on the proper ordering of tests, technical information about tests offered and interpretation of test results

Technologist maintains a professional currency through formal education and professional training and networking

Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods

June 2013 — May 2023

Lead Transfusion Services Technologist • Chalmers P Wylie VA ACC • Columbus, Ohio

Serves as the Lead Technologist in Transfusion Services and a generalist in Urinalysis

Trains personnel in the blood bank performing ABO/Rh, antibody screen, compatibility and DAT testing.

Ensures compliance with accrediting agencies

CAP delegation and result entry for Transfusion services and Ancillary testing

Prepares monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on blood product usage. Prepares the Tissue and Transfusion virtual quarterly meetings. This includes compelling data from Histology and Transfusion Services and presenting it to the committee members. Presentations provided are in various formats including PowerPoint or graphs/charts

Processes and stores specimen to be analyzed at a later date and follows laboratory procedures for collection and transportation of specimens that are sent to reference laboratories

Prepares reagents, solutions, and controls to be used within the established guidelines for accuracy and precision

Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory analyzers and instrumentation

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance in each area and keeps the necessary records and documentation

Follows the facility records and retention policy for storage and disposal of all procedures and controls, files, directives, forms

Evaluates test results for accuracy, upon analysis and evaluation of collection techniques, specimen characteristics, adequacy of reagents, quality control and instrument performance and correlation with other laboratory data and patient's clinical history when provided

Identifies unusual results or discrepancies, which can cause erroneous results, takes appropriate action to make corrections and solve problems, performs additional tests to correct or confirm abnormal patient results and notifies providers accordingly

Orders medical/laboratory supplies as needed either by 2237 (purchase orders) or by working with Logistics when needed

Prepared 2237 (contracts) for a variety of situations i.e New analyzers, reagent renewals, esoteric testing supplies, blood product supplier. Worked with suppliers for contracting quotes, supply chain particulars and other necessary details

Maintains standard operating procedures (SOP) for the department and develops new procedures as needed

Works with the members of the facilities Quality and Safety department to revise facility SOP’s that pertain to multiple departments

Performs VATAS primary timekeeping duties for the department of PALMS. Trains new staff members who have been recruited as additional timekeepers

Serves as the liaison for the Chief of P&LMS and other VACOHCS services concerning clinical issues pertaining mainly to transfusion services and point of care testing

Supports the staff at outpatient clinics with point of care testing, ViewPoint software/mechanical problems, specimen collection, Proficiency testing and Cerner difficulties

Worked with the Chemical Hygiene Coordinator to monitor the Laboratory's chemical inventory and report on usage for EPA inspections.

Assists in the coordination of the Joint Commission, College of American Pathologists (CAP) American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), VA Regional Commissioner, and/or other laboratory accreditation or review programs including compliance with 1106.1 VHA Handbook.

April 2010 — December 2014

Clinical Laboratory Scientist • Licking Memorial Hospital• Newark, Ohio

Conducts routine clinical laboratory tests in hematology and urinalysis

Records and reviews test results for accuracy, records and plots known control values from technical instruments to insure reliability and accuracy in reporting of test results

Performs routine and emergency maintenance and calibrations

Stays current in developments in technical instrumentation/trends and techniques in the laboratory testing.

June 2007 — May 2013

Laboratory Scientist 3 • Corrections Medical Center • Columbus, Ohio

Lead Tech over Molecular Testing and Urinalysis departments

Implanted the molecular department standard operating procedure and QA/QC polices

Prepares new and revises old procedure manuals

Provides training and orientation of personnel in all departments

Responsible for all QC data, all maintenance and COLA inspection requirements in molecular and urinalysis.

Maintained a safe working environment, adhering to strict guidelines for handling hazardous materials.

Maintained accurate documentation of validations, verification's, instrument installation and results, ensuring data integrity and facilitating easy access for future reference or audits.

Maintained competency in phlebotomy and specimen collection.

Assisted with specimen collection and processing of thyroid, liver and lymph node biopsy.

July 2003 — August 2008

Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Technologist • Columbus Children’s Hospital • Columbus, Ohio

Performed testing in the Core Laboratory, Hematology, STAT Gas Lab, Urinalysis and Chemistry.

Shift Coordinator on weekends and holidays – assist in workload organization, ensure that all work is completed and serves as resource for technical questions and problems associated with the Core Lab for medical, nursing and support staff.

Proficient with Mysis and Sunquest LIS.

Stays current in developments in technical instrumentation/trends and technique

Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.

Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.

Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.

Ensured patient confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.

Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.

Streamlined test result reporting processes, ensuring timely delivery to healthcare professionals during IT downtime.

Education

June 2002

Associate Degree in Applied Science• Columbus State Community College

May 2006

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science • University of Cincinnati

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