Dawn Myers
Clairton
Summary
Dynamic Medical Laboratory Technician with extensive experience at UPMC Physician Services, excelling in laboratory instrument maintenance and quality control testing. Proven ability to enhance patient care through accurate specimen processing and regulatory compliance. Skilled in venipuncture techniques and committed to delivering exceptional patient service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician/Back Office Medical Assistant
UPMC Physician Services
Pleasant Hills
11.2020 - 03.2025
- Executed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments.
- Assisted in training new personnel on laboratory techniques and procedures.
- Accurately recorded all test results into laboratory computer system.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, including CLIA.
- Monitored inventory levels of chemicals and reagents for testing accuracy.
- Conducted quality control tests on laboratory equipment and supplies to verify result accuracy.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
Medical Laboratory Technician
UPMC Presbyterian
Pittsburgh
07.2016 - 11.2020
- Executed laboratory tests in Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, and Coagulation departments.
- Conducted gas analysis on blood samples during kidney and liver transplant procedures.
- Performed daily quality control on laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy.
Department Assistant
Jefferson Regional Hospital
Jefferson Hills
12.2007 - 07.2012
- Executed specimen processing for laboratory testing and coordinated delivery to reference laboratories.
- Registered outpatients for laboratory tests and ordered tests based on patient scripts.
- Performed venipunctures, EKGs, nasal swabs, throat swabs, and DOT drug screens as required.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Technology
Community College of Allegheny County
West Mifflin, PA05-2016
Skills
- Laboratory instrument maintenance
- Quality control testing
- Specimen processing
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient documentation
- Venipuncture techniques
Certification
- CPR BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician/Back Office Medical Assistant
UPMC Physician Services
11.2020 - 03.2025
Medical Laboratory Technician
UPMC Presbyterian
07.2016 - 11.2020
Department Assistant
Jefferson Regional Hospital
12.2007 - 07.2012
Associate of Science - Medical Technology
Community College of Allegheny County
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