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Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

Tacoma, Washington, United States

Utilized appropriate diagnostic testing platforms and methodologies in a wide variety of areas in hematology, coagulation, chemistry, urinalysis, and semen analysis. Comfortable with tests and procedures that require special attention to detail for non-retrievable specimens including cerebral spinal fluid, joint fluids, and other body fluids. Conducted manual differentials on blood counts that flag for abnormal phenomenon and performs microscopic examinations on urine samples that require a more thorough inspection. Ran scheduled laboratory instrument maintenance, oversees quality control testing and calibration procedures, and investigates any troubleshooting errors. Interpreted, documented, and reported test results as well as follows critical result reporting protocol. Ensured good laboratory practices and regulatory requirements are being maintained and verifies all patient samples meet testing requirements.

Tacoma, Washington, United States

Logged in and processed patient samples, addressed patient sample discrepancies, and brought up any changes or concerns to appropriate personnel. Properly handled and stored samples designed for outside reference lab testing until they were shipped out as well as collected and prepared HIV batches for shipment to the Center for Disease Control. Provided instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of laboratory procedures to hospital staff and patients. Displayed excellent phlebotomy services and maintained positive attitude when dealing with patients concerned over blood draws. Delegated with courier duties for transfusion products as well as being on call for any personnel who called out. Managed medical inventory for our lab and updated supply reports for supervisors. Mentored new soldiers for promotion boards and opportunities to excel not only in the laboratory but also in their military career.

Monterey, California, United States

Traveled to multiple Madigan Army outreach clinics to support operations but mainly assisted with Monterey's Army Health clinic. Lead phlebotomist that pulled patient orders, drew blood, and appropriately responded to adverse reactions. Stocked supplies, did daily and weekly washings of laboratory equipment, and maintained orderly, clean phlebotomy area for patient care. Stepped in as laboratory supervisor while staff members were out for other mission essential tasks. Successfully completed multiple CAP surveys while running daily laboratory operations. Ordered and compiled shipping lists of samples to be sent out for tests not performed in-house.

Camp Humphreys, South Korea

Assisted the laboratory supervisor with blood product management, instrument maintenance, and initial training on laboratory operations for new personnel. Performed whole blood collection operations and carefully monitored patient responses before, during, and after procedure. Organized and conducted emergency whole blood collection training for other military units stationed in South Korea and Japan. Supervised the transportation of blood products to and from other military bases and hospitals located throughout the country. Delivered emergency deglycerolized blood products in late night drives when supplies were critically low at hospitals. Became a subject matter expert in platelet apheresis collection procedures for additional emergency missions. Worked with a limited budget for ordering and maintaining an adequate amount of medical supplies for our unit. Reviewed and updated the safety data sheet for any potentially harmful chemical products throughout the lab.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biochemistry

Associate'S Degree, Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician

Bachelor Of Business Administration (Bba), Business Administration And Management, General