Nov 03, 2023

Alexandra Pena

  • Laboratory Technician III
  • Boston, 02111
Part time Cardiology Patient Care Tech

Personal Summary

I am a dedicated Laboratory Technician III with over 13 1/2 years of experience. I am attentive to details and self-motivated, consistently delivering accurate and reliable results. I have demonstrated expertise in laboratory procedures and equipment. I excel in managing multiple tasks and prioritizing workloads. I am committed to maintaining a safe and efficient laboratory environment. I believe I would be a valuable asset to any organization seeking a skilled and experienced Laboratory Technician III.

Skills

  • Team work
  • Efficiency
  • Task management
  • Lab Quality Assurance
  • Lab Safety Protocols
  • Data Entry
  • Specimen Processing

Work Experience

Laboratory Technician III
May 2010 - Oct 2023 Quest Diagnostics, Boston, MA (Tufts Medicine Hospital)
  • Laboratory specimen technician, processing specimen
  • Developed and implemented quality control procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of laboratory results
  • Maintained knowledge of current laboratory policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
  • Performed routine and complex laboratory tests accurately and efficiently to support the timely delivery of results
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and timely delivery of laboratory results
  • Generated barcode labels, labeled specimens, printed outstanding specimen list
  • Responded to telephone inquiries regarding specimen, patient test results and related information, forwarded technical questions to lab Section Head or laboratory director, as appropriate
  • Maintained a safe working environment
  • Acted as a resource to and assisted
  • Monitored workflow using the specimen tracker pending list
  • Reviewed Outstanding Specimen Logs to assure all tests have been obtained and resulted
  • Adhered to proper handling of specimens
  • Followed standard precaution and wore PPE to perform tasks as indicated in the Safety Manual
  • Received specimens from other departments to process and send out
  • Processed specimens including centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling
  • Prepared specimens to be sent to referral laboratory, obtained proper detailed information pertaining to sample requirements such as: test codes, appropriate specimen type and volume needed, process and deliver specimens to appropriate department
  • Packaged and sent specimens to the appropriate Reference Laboratory per specimen requirements
  • Prepared the workstation with all essential supplies to ensure smooth processing of specimens
Medical Assistant
Dec 2007 - May 2010 Lynn Womans Health, Lynn, MA (Lahey Hospital)
  • Ensured the proper stocking and organization of medical supplies and equipment in the examination rooms, allowing for efficient and seamless patient care
  • Supported physicians and nurse practitioners with patient care and office procedures in high volumes
  • Recorded patient information in the exam rooms such as vital signs, weight, and changes in medical history prior and during each appointment, took patients in for routine contraception injections/drew blood, processed samples
  • Scheduled appointments and followed up with patients to discuss results and instructions as given by providers
  • Worked in the front desk taking care of tasks such as answering phone calls, registration, and greeting patients
  • Produced letters, faxes, and forms, such as referrals
  • Served and protected the practice by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements

Education

Medical Assistant
Jan 2007 - Nov 2007 Lincoln Technical Ins.
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