Tanya Mitchell
Ridgeland
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Medical Technologist
Mississippi Blood Services
Flowood
08.2009 - 01.2025
- Conducted routine reference and specialized blood bank testing and transfusion services.
- Documented laboratory activities according to standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines.
- Prepared fresh frozen plasma and washed red cells using automated equipment.
- Executed quality control and quality assurance testing protocols to ensure compliance.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Dimensions Health
Laurel
04.2007 - 07.2009
- Conducted lab testing across hematology, blood bank, chemistry, microbiology, and urinalysis.
- Monitored analysis equipment at nurses' stations to ensure optimal functionality.
- Maintained clean and operational laboratory equipment to support testing accuracy.
- Managed laboratory inventory while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Performed preventive maintenance and quality control practices, documenting corrective actions for identified issues.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Southern Maryland Hospital Center
Clinton
03.2006 - 03.2007
- Executed stat, routine, and reference testing across chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, and microbiology.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory and safety standards in laboratory operations.
- Operated diverse machinery and tools to ensure efficient workflow.
- Engaged in continuing education programs to remain updated on medical laboratory advances.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Columbus
08.2004 - 02.2006
- Demonstrated expertise in blood bank, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, blood gas analysis, hematology, and microbiology.
- Verified report accuracy through statistical assessments and identification of critical values.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and adherence to safety standards within laboratory operations.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and quality control practices, documenting corrective actions for issue remediation.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
Jackson
06.2003 - 07.2004
- Maintained accurate records of patient data, test results, and instrument calibrations per established guidelines.
- Executed hematology, chemistry, coagulation, and urinalysis tests, including counts on CSF and synovial fluid.
- Ensured strict adherence to laboratory quality control and assurance measures.
- Kept laboratory equipment clean and fully operational for optimal performance.
Student Laboratory Assistant
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
Jackson
05.2001 - 08.2001
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
- Supported faculty research projects through data collection, calculations, and analysis.
- Organized and inventoried laboratory supplies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Contributed to Jackson Heart Study by collecting and properly storing research materials for specific cohort.
Education
Master of Arts - Healthcare Adinistration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ07-2012
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Mississippi
University, MS05-2003
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05-2000
Skills
- Blood bank testing and analysis
- Quality control and regulatory compliance
- Automated equipment operation
- Instrument calibration
Certification
- ASCP certified with contiued cerification maintance
Timeline
Senior Medical Technologist
Mississippi Blood Services
08.2009 - 01.2025
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Dimensions Health
04.2007 - 07.2009
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Southern Maryland Hospital Center
03.2006 - 03.2007
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Johns Hopkins Hospital
08.2004 - 02.2006
Medical Laboratory Technologist
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
06.2003 - 07.2004
Student Laboratory Assistant
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
05.2001 - 08.2001
Master of Arts - Healthcare Adinistration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Mississippi
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Jackson State University
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