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CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST

Highly effective, proactive and dedicated laboratory scientist with record of accomplishments in medical clinics, hospitals, and reference laboratories. Proven ability in developing, recommending, and implementing policies, programs, and procedures for the operation of organizations' multi-jurisdictional medical services. Efficient professional offering extensive background in performing test execution and analysis, including hematology urinalysis, serology, immunology histology, microbiology. Skilled in analyzing laboratory assays and resolving clinical and instrument problems. Proficient at analyzing, recording and reporting test results, including abnormal specimens. Possess a high attention to detail, strategic organizational skills, and an over achieving mentality to set a reach professional objectives.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Experience in performing complex, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, bacteriological test.

Knowledge of medical terminology, technologies, QA activities, and QC procedures.

Analytical ability and judgment to relate test results to normal or pathological states, to resolve technical equipment problems, and interpret quality control data.

Ability to effectively communicate technical information to technical and non-technical staff

Clear, concise, and effective written and verbal communication skills

Possess strong problem solving, leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Team Player, looking to promote success for the organization

Proficient in the operational use of Hospital Computer Systems, Mediteck, Cerner, Sunquest, LIMS, and Microsoft Office Suite.

AREA OF EXPERTISE

EIA, Tigris PCR • Clinical Data Collection • Hematology,Body fluids

Lab Equipment Maintenance • Immunology, microbiology • Train CLS, Lab Assistants

Policies & Procedures Development • Urinalysis, and toxicology • Regulatory Compliance,QC

Coagulation • Blood Bank • Chemistry & Heart Lab

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Renown Medical Center June 2019 to Present

Queen of the Valley Hospital June 2018- November 2018

PM-Shift Generalist Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Kentfield Rehab Hospital

Nov 2017-May 2018 Clinical Laboratory Scientist -LEAD

Ran the laboratory under the direction of the laboratory director, performing all testing instrument maintenance and proficiency testing.

Perform work with the highest standards for accuracy and precision. Recognize, correct, communicate and document errors when they occur.

Maintain stringent standards for quality, identifying any issues which might adversely impact the quality of test results and/or employee safety, and communicating these to the appropriate management representatives as necessary for resolution.

Perform laboratory tests, procedures and analyses according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures.

Coordinate and complete multiple procedures efficiently and accurately. Prioritize workload in response to urgent requests. When assigned tasks are completed, assist others and/or work on special projects.

Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling, labeling, processing, transportation and storage.

Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control procedures and policies and document all quality control activities.

Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.

UC-BERKELEY, Berkeley Student Health Center Jul 2016-Dec 2017

Generalist Per-diem

Helped with their hematology program, instructing CLS in reading histograms and slides.

Donated a slide collection to aid in teaching new CLS Cell-Morphology.

Provided texts and educational information for proficiency

Changed several hematology procedures from my recommendations.

LABS-INC Nov 2016-Sep 2017

Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Trained Staff, run patient testing living,premortum and postmortum and report results.

Calibrated laboratory instruments following prescribed methods, and performs other quality control and improvement procedures to assure the operational accuracy of equipment and test reproducibility; performs manufacturer recommended period routine maintenance on such equipment.

Participates in controlled experiments to evaluate the feasibility or adaptability of the product or procedure into regular laboratory operations and develops appropriate recommendations.

Perform, review, and document reagent quality testing according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedures

My role at the organization afforded me the opportunity to achieved proficiency in running the Tigris and several EIA assays; I also learned the computer system Lab Vantage.

COUNTY HOSPITAL FOR CONTRA COSTA, Martinez, CA Jul 2016 –Dec 2016

Generalist (Contract)

I worked as a Generalist at this hospital Full-Time until I accepted a permanent Full Time Position at LABS-INC. I was trained in Hematology, Coagulation and Urinalysis; this Hospital is Fast Paced with a rapid turnaround time

STANFORD, Sanford, CA 2016

Cell Therapy Technologist (Contract)

Verified that all cell-processing procedures were performed correctly and according to SOPs.

Coordinated quality control procedures.

Managed inventories of cell processing supplies and reagents. Maintained detailed records.

Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards.

Recognized for outstanding interpersonal skills and an exceptional ability to take on new tasks.

SUTTER, Livermore, CA 2013–2016

Generalist, Hematology

Used Systemex analyzers to perform routine hematology, coagulation Urinalysis and HGB A1C analysis.

Used Vista and Centaur analyzers in the Chemistry department to perform reagent correlations.

Served as the member of the Employee Partnership Committee and Laboratory Safety Committee.

BERKELEY HEART LABORATORY (Now Quest Diagnostics), Alameda, CA 2008–2013

Clinical Laboratory Scientist 3 / Group

Ran Chemistry tests for 500 patients daily.

Analyzed 24 to 30 HDL and LDL gel electrophoresis patterns for 300+ patients daily in a production lab.

Provided leadership on the evening shift and communicated issues to senior management.

Performed Quality Control, troubleshooting instrument issues, and saving data.

Ran and calibrated instruments that analyze blood for various health issues.

Collaborated with physicians to provide information necessary to support high-quality diagnoses.

Quickly promoted to evening shift lead and provided expertise in fast-paced work environments.

Inspected labs for unsafe conditions and resolved issues as a key member of the Safety Committee.

Ensured the appropriate storage of hazardous materials and updated spill kits and first aid kits.

Collaborated with others in a team-oriented environment to achieve key organizational goals.

Held CPR certification, First Responders, and First Aid Certificates to ensure employee safety.

Received a DNA award for noteworthy achievement for help during gel interpretation downtime.

ALAMEDA HOSPITAL, Alameda, CA 2009–2014

SAN RAMON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, San Ramon, CA 2003–2010

CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AND RESEARCH CENTER, Oakland, CA 2004–2009

Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Per Diem

Completed lab work and testing in busy Blood Bank, Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry, and Urinalysis sections of labs.

Monitored blood chemistry, complete diagnostic testing, cross-matched blood, completed anti-body work-ups, and read gram stains.

Responded to emergencies situations. Troubleshot issues.

Suggested a procedure to increase the safety of blood transfusions, implemented hospital-wide.

Completed after-hours work and filled in for absent staff members in a busy, highly efficient lab.

Provided fast and accurate results, allowing doctors to provide outstanding care.

JOHN MUIR MEDICAL CENTER, Concord and Walnut Creek, CA 2004–2008

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Completed testing in a high-production laboratory in an automated Hematology line.

Read manual differentials, analyzed body fluids, and completed urinalysis.

Utilized a wide range of instruments.

Completed high-level specimens, including Platelet Function Studies, Special Stains, and Urinalysis.

COLUMBIA SUNRISE HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER, Las Vegas, NV 1997–2003

Medical Technologist

Offered Hematology expertise in a busy hospital.

Completed special procedures, including bone marrow assistance, osmotic fragility testing, and special stains and tests.

Served as a charge tech as needed.

Identified a parasite that physicians and technicians had missed, avoiding a costly and invasive procedure.

OTHER RELATED EXPERIENCE

Prior experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist at the VA Medical Center, UC Davis Medical Center, and Mercy Healthcare Systems and Medical Technologist at Associated Pathologist Laboratory.

EDUCATION

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, Sacramento CA

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor of Science in Public Health Microbiology, Minor in Chemistry

AMERICAN RED CROSS

Internship

LICENSURE

CA Clinical Laboratory Scientist

License number: MTA #32530, Expires May 2022

ASCP Medical Technologist

License number: #164487

NV General Supervisor

License number: #4122TGS-9

MEMBERSHIP

American Society For Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Certification Number: # 02401131

TRAINING

The Hematology, Cytology and Chemistry of Body Fluids,

Critical Clues In Morphology

REFERENCES

References available upon request

Laura Fowles

7725 Tulear St Reno NV 89506

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