Clinical Laboratory Technician Leader
Resume:
TANISHA VANICE TAYLOR-BURNETTE
Dacula, GA 30019 United States
***************@*******.*** / 615-***-****, 678-***-****
SUMMARY
Detail-oriented and organized professional with deep knowledge of laboratory equipment, documentation requirements, and processes. Technically savvy to quickly troubleshoot and resolve complex clinical and instrument problems. Reliable and hardworking with great interpersonal and team collaboration skills.
SKILLS
Quality Control
Patient Stabilization
Body Fluids Analysis
Specimen Processing
Data Collection and Analysis
Communication
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Time Management
EXPERIENCE
Med Tech II / Northside Hospital Gwinnett - Lawrenceville, GA, United States 04/2022 - Current
Checked blood compatibility using crossmatching, antigen typing, and antibody identification.
Collected specimens for lab testing, practicing aseptic techniques to reduce the risk of infection.
Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, histology, and bacteriology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
Coordinated laboratory changes such as updating testing protocols and optimizing workflow.
QA/Technical Supervisor / ID Tech Molecular - Atlanta, GA, United States 03/2022 - Current
Improved services and technologies through continued analysis of system performance.
Utilized knowledge of applications, programming, and systems functionality to assist employees with technical needs.
Assessed software problems and used troubleshooting tools to swiftly resolve technical issues.
Ensure the demands of the laboratory are satisfied and rules are being followed by supervising the technicians' varied work tasks.
Lab Manager / AccuLab - Lawrenceville, GA, United States 10/2014 - Current
Established and managed a quality control program covering laboratory activities.
Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines.
Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using a variety of techniques, instrumentation, and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, histology, and bacteriology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
Lead Medical Technologist / Piedmont Walton Hospital - Monroe, GA, United States 08/2017 - 02/2022
Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using a variety of techniques, instrumentation, and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, histology, and bacteriology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines.
Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using a variety of techniques, instrumentation, and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
Medical Technologist / Gwinnett Medical Center - Lawrenceville, GA, United States 06/2013 - 05/2019
Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using a variety of techniques, instrumentation, and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines.
Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine, or spinal fluid to determine the presence of normal or abnormal components and was on call for emergencies in Blood Bank
Reviewed test results to confirm the accuracy and diagnosed causes behind irregular findings.
Medical Technologist / Medical Technologist - Panama City, FL, United States 08/2006 - 06/2013
Collected and studied blood samples to determine the number of cells, morphology, or blood group.
Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine, or spinal fluid to determine the presence of normal or abnormal components.
Conducted and evaluated quality control measurements to maintain equipment performance.
Assessed equipment regularly by conducting instrument function inspections and calibrations.
Supervisor/Medical Technologist / Forest Park Medical Associates - Panama City, FL, United States 07/2008 - 06/2010
Performed regular investigation of patient samples in the fields of hematology, coagulation, urine analysis, chemistry, immunohematology, and special chemistry.
Reviewed test results to confirm the accuracy and diagnosed causes behind irregular findings.
Supervised, trained, or directed medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing.
Assessed equipment regularly by conducting instrument function inspections and calibrations.
Medical Technologist / Quest Diagnostics - Nashville, TN, United States 01/2005 - 06/2006
Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using a variety of techniques, instrumentation, and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines.
Established or monitored quality assurance programs or activities to drive the accuracy of laboratory results.
Performed regular investigation of patient samples in the fields of hematology, coagulation, urine analysis, chemistry, immunohematology, and special chemistry.
Research Assistant / Center of Excellence Information Systems - Nashville, TN, United States 05/2001 - 05/2005
Examined DNA studies using Echinacea and Saint John's Wart to address the effects medicinal properties have on breast cancer cells.
Collaborated with professors in an effort to ascertain the relationship between variations in solar brightness and life on earth.
Employed scientific methods to promote the quality of collected samples and stored specimens.
Compiled field observations and converted them into data to prepare for experiments and tests.
Instructor / Center of Excellence Information Systems - Nashville, TN, United States 06/2004 - 08/2004
Developed curriculum to support distance education and hybrid courses.
Supervised students for Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Astrobiology Research.
Exposed various organisms to ultraviolet radiation to test their survival rate.
Supervised students for Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Astrobiology Research
EDUCATION
Doctorate: Health Science Expected in 2024
A.T. Still University - Mesa, AZ
Master of Science: Emergency And Disaster Management Expected in 2024
American Public University - Charles Town, WV
Master of Science: Public Health 01/2012
American Public University - Charles Town, WV
Bachelor of Science: Medical Technology/Minor in Chemistry 05/2003
Tennessee State University - Nashville, TN
Certification: Medical Technology 08/2002
Meharry Medical College - Nashville, TN
High School Diploma 06/1997
Haywood High School - Brownsville, TN
CERTIFICATIONS
Clinical Laboratory Scientist from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification # 233960 Expires: August 2022
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