Noncommissioned Officer Management Specialist
Resume:
CJ Cynthia Johnson
*** *** ******** ****, ****, West Virginia 24747 304-***-****
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PROFESSIONAL
SUMMARY
I am a hard working, dependable, easy going, detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Scientist well-versed in performing, as a Generalist, throughout all size labs and hospitals. I have worked small hospitals as a travel tech, to large Medical Centers in Europe while serving our Country, as an Army Sergeant. I am highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. I am ready to bring 29 years of related experience to a challenging new role.
SKILLS Specimen Collection and
Processing
Safety regulation
Excellent Communication
Equipment Maintenance and
Operation
Flexible and Adaptable
Self-Motivated Team Builder
Training and Development
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Generalist Medical Laboratory
Scientist
WORK HISTORY MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST (ASCP)CM 10/2021 to CURRENT PCH-Bluefield Hospital Bluefield, WV
Test specimens and blood products in accordance with ASCP standard operating procedures.
Document test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
Utilize expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Identify and resolve unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
Maintain confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Maintain certification with American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST 06/2013 to CURRENT
Princeton Community Hospital Princeton, WV
Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with ASCP standard operating procedures.
Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Maintained certification with American Society for Clinical Pathology
(ASCP).
Carefully handled and disposed of biological hazardous materials following strict safety procedures to avoid contamination.
Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems. Complied with waste disposal procedures for biological and hazardous waste types.
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST 12/2020 to 10/2021
Worldwide Travel Staffing Tonawanda, NY
Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with ASCP standard operating procedures.
Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
Maintained certification with American Society for Clinical Pathology
(ASCP).
Carefully handled and disposed of biological hazardous materials following strict safety procedures to avoid contamination.
Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
Operated all lab equipment while maintaining strict adherence to prescribed safety guidelines and operational instruction MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST 03/2017 to 12/2017 Worldwide Staffing Agency Tonawanda, NY
Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST 09/1999 to 09/2015
Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital Beckley, WV Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with ASCP standard operating procedures.
Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
Operated laboratory equipment, maintaining strict adherence to prescribed safety guidelines and operational instructions.
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST 08/2004 to 08/2006 Raleigh General Hospital Beckley, WV
Executed corrective actions when test controls were outside specified limits.
Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Conducted evaluations for as many as 500 patients daily. Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
91K MEDICAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST 01/1998 to 06/1999 US Army-115th Field Hospital Fort Polk, LA
Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
Located disease markers and outlined findings in thorough reports for clinicians.
Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools. Collect blood samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment. 91K MEDICAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST 06/1998 to 08/1998 US Army-Brooke Army Medical Center San Antonio, TX Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Utilized expertise in urinalysis and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
Conducted evaluations for as many as 500 patients daily. Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools. Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts. 91K-MEDICAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST 01/1996 to 12/1997 US Army-Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Landstuhl, Rheinland-Pfalz GERMANY
Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Utilized expertise in chemistry, serology testing and urinalysis to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
Conducted evaluations for thousands of patients daily. Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
Located disease markers and outlined findings in thorough reports for clinicians.
Collect blood samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts. 91K-MEDICAL LABORATORY SPECIALIST 08/1996 to 10/1996 US Army-Wurzburg ARMY Hospital Wurzburg, Germany Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
Conducted evaluations for as many as 300 patients daily. Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
Located disease markers and outlined findings in thorough reports for clinicians.
Collect blood samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts. 91K-MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST 10/1993 to 12/1995 US ARMY-Blanchfield ARMY Community Hospital Fort Campbell, KY Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
Conducted evaluations for as many as 1000 Army soldiers and family members daily.
Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools. Collect blood samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment. Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment. EDUCATION No Degree General Studies
Concord University, Athens, WV
(1991-1993)
Bachelor of Applied Science Biology 12/2003
Bluefield State College, Bluefield, WV
Certificate Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) 06/1997 Central Texas College in Germany, Killeen, TX
Nationally Certified EMT-Basic
Certificate Primary Leadership Development Course 05/1995 Fort Campbell Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Fort Campbell, Kentucky
Certificate 92B10 Medical Laboratory Specialist 10/1993 Brooke Army Medical School, Fort Sam Houston, Texas 15 week ARMY laboratory school.
Certificate 75C10 Personnel Management Specialist Course 04/1992 5034th USARF School, Fort McCoy, Wisconsin
Certificate 71L10 Administrative Specialist Course 08/1991 United States Army Training Center, Fort Jackson, South Carolina Certificate Basic Training 08/1990
US Army Basic Training, Fort Dix, New Jersey
EMPLOYMENT I am a dependable and productive Medical Laboratory Scientist. I have worked the last
29 years, all over the world, as a Scientist. I am a Generalist Laboratory Scientist. My areas of knowledge are: 1)Chemistry 2)Blood Bank 3) Urinalysis 4)Hematology/Coagulation studies 5)Phlebotomy and Processing 6)Microbiology 7)Urine Drug Screen collections.
I prefer 12/16 hour shifts. I worked nightshift for 27 years. REFERENCE
1) Robin S Cregger MT(AMT)
Bluefield Princeton Community Hospital
Laboratory Director
Worked: October 2021 - present
2)Tanise Montgomery MA, BS, MT (AMT)
Princeton Community Hospital
2nd & 3rd Shift Supervisor
Worked: June 2013 - present
3)Morgan Hamby MA, MLS (ASCP)cm
Princeton Community Hospital
3rd Shift Assistant Supervisor
Worked: June 2013 - present
CERTIFICATIONS MLS - Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP)cm ID#25306631 West Virginia Certification-Laboratory Technologist License# 03072
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