Seasoned Medical Laboratory Scientist & Leader
Resume:
Michael Hembree
Nashville, TN *****
615-***-**** - **********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Accomplished Medical Laboratory Scientist with 41 years of maintaining safe and reliable lab environments. Known for delivering flawless diagnostic reports on tests from various clinical areas. Maintains strict adherence with prescribed safety protocols and regulatory guidelines for lab operations and subject privacy. 31 years supervisor, 12 year lab management, and 6 years assistant lab director experience. Skills
• Specimen Processing • Instrument Calibration
• Equipment operation • Quality control
• Documentation skills • Computer proficiency
• Infection Control • Safety regulations
• Specimen collection • Chemical Hygiene Standard
• Laboratory management • Hematology analysis
Work History
03/2023 to Current Medical Laboratory Scientist
Labcorp. (St.Thomas West) – Nashville, TN
Conducted complex laboratory tests and analyses in accordance with established protocols.
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Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality control standards and safety regulations.
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Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and promoting best practices in laboratory procedures.
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Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced turnaround times for test results.
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Mentored new staff members, providing training on laboratory techniques and best practices for efficient workflow management.
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02/2021 to 03/2023 Medical Laboratory Scientist II Vanderbilt University Medical Center – Nashville, TN Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
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Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting all variances in results and blood product performance.
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Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
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• Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods. Maintained certification with American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and TN Supervisor Generalist.
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08/2020 to 02/2021 Medical Laboratory Scientist
VA Medical Center – Nashville, TN
Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
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Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting all variances in results and blood product performance.
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• Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures. Tested specimens and blood products in accordance withstandard operating procedures In Hematology, Chemistry, Mircobiology, Serology.
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10/2013 to 06/2020 Laboratory Manager
TriStar Horizon Medical Center – Dickson, TN
Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform experiments and analyze results.
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• Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work. Kept equipment maintained, facility clean and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
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Designed processes to increase efficiency by minimizing error and reducing repetitive tasks.
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• Kept laboratory in compliance with all applicable guidelines and laws. Trained staff, scheduled work hours and assigned projects for 18 person work group.
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• LIS development and training for the laboratory.
• Setup, manage Natchez Free Standing ED.
10/2017 to 11/2019 Medical Laboratory Scientist
Ascension Midtown Hospital – Nashville, TN
• Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures. Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with with general laboratory standard operating procedures.
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• Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods. Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
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01/2000 to 10/2013 Medical Laboratory Scientist
TriStar Centennial Medical Center – Nashville, TN
Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
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Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting all variances in results and blood product performance.
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• Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures. Tested specimens and blood products in accordance with with general laboratory standard operating procedures.
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Education
06/1985 Bachelor of Science: Medical Laboratory Technology David Lipscomb University - Nashville, TN
06/1985 Certificate of Medical Technology: Medical Technology Vanderbilt Medical University - Nashville, TN
Certifications
• MLS - Medical Laboratory Scientist A.S.C.P
• TN Supervisor-Generalist
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