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Shanteria Crockett

Brookhaven

Summary

Dynamic Medical Laboratory Scientist with extensive experience at Valor Healthcare Inc., excelling in specimen handling and quality control. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and improve patient comfort through effective blood collection techniques. Strong critical thinking skills complemented by a commitment to safety regulations and compliance with industry standards. Experience in working with different laboratory machines.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Valor Healthcare Inc.
04.2022 - Current
  • Conducted venipuncture and capillary blood collection for diverse patient demographics.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Assisted in the training and onboarding of new phlebotomy staff members.
  • Streamlined sample processing workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.

Blood Bank Technician

University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
01.2020 - 08.2021
  • Conducted blood component separation using advanced centrifugation techniques to ensure optimal product quality.
  • Performed routine quality control tests on blood products, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to manage inventory of blood supplies, optimizing storage and usage efficiency.
  • Ensured appropriate handling of biohazardous materials according to OSHA guidelines, maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Maintained strict compliance with AABB standards, ensuring the highest level of safety for blood products.
  • Performed precise blood typing to ensure safe transfusions and reduce complications.

Student Intern

University of Mississippi Medical Center
08.2019 - 01.2020
  • Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability for daily operations.
  • Conducted experiments to analyze chemical compounds and ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Implemented quality control measures that improved consistency in test results and reduced error rates.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by implementing and maintaining proper calibration of analytical instruments.
  • Conducted comprehensive hematological analyses using advanced laboratory equipment to ensure accurate patient diagnostics.

Education

Health Sciences

University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS
05-2020

Biology

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
05-2016

Skills

  • Specimen handling
  • Quality control
  • Urinalysis
  • Specimen processing
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Equipment operation
  • Safety regulations
  • Chemistry testing
  • Time management
  • Multitasking
  • Critical thinking
  • Quality assurance

Certification

  • Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist, CM,ASCP
  • CPR

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Valor Healthcare Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Blood Bank Technician

University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
01.2020 - 08.2021

Student Intern

University of Mississippi Medical Center
08.2019 - 01.2020

Health Sciences

University of Mississippi Medical Center

Biology

Alcorn State University

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