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June Smith

@junesmith

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Dedicated Clinical/Medical Laboratory Scientist with diverse clinical experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.

I am a passionate Clinical Laboratory Scientist with extensive experience in various laboratory settings, including generalist and microbiology roles. My journey began with a B.S. in Microbiology from Texas State University, followed by a second B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science from Texas Tech University. I have honed my skills in performing complex laboratory tests, training new hires, and ensuring quality control across multiple facilities.

Throughout my career, I have worked in diverse environments, ranging from medical device manufacturing to hospitals in the U.S. to volunteer positions aboard the Global Mercy Ship in Senegal. My expertise includes blood bank testing, core lab testing, molecular diagnostics, and microbiological analysis, utilizing advanced technologies such as MALDI-TOF and BioFire. I take pride in my ability to adapt quickly to new challenges and contribute to team success.

As I continue to grow in my profession, I am eager to leverage my skills and experience to make a meaningful impact in the field of laboratory science. I am committed to maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy in all my work, ensuring that patient care remains at the forefront of my efforts.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) - Traveler

USCArcadia Hospital

Feb 2024 - Nov 2024 (9 months)

Performed chemistry, hematology/coagulation, blood bank testing, and urinalysis using various analyzers. Utilized SoftLab for Laboratory Information System (LIS) management.

Chemistry Hematology Blood Bank Testing Urinalysis DXC DXi Analyzers Sysmex Echo Lumena

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology)

St. David's Medical Center

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023 (3 months)

Set up and read cultures, performed gram stains, and conducted molecular/direct antigen testing. Operated Bruker MALDI-TOF, MicroScan WalkAway, BioFire, and Cepheid Genexpert systems.

Culture Setup Gram Stains Direct Antigen Testing Bruker MALDI TOF MicroScan WalkAway BioFire Cepheid Genexpert Meditech Gram Stain

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist) - Volunteer

Mercy Ships - Global Mercy Ship

May 2023 - Jun 2023 (1 month)

Performed a wide range of laboratory tests including chemistry, hematology/coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, and blood bank. Contributed to essential medical services in a volunteer capacity.

Chemistry Hematology Urinalysis Blood Bank Medical Testing

Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology)

Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas

Mar 2020 - Apr 2023 (3 years 1 month)

Managed plate reading for various cultures and set up antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Conducted molecular testing and trained new hires in culture setups and plate reading.

Biofire Plate Reading Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Training BacTAlert BioMerieux MALDI TOF VITEK 2 BioFire Cepheid Genexpert Alinity M

Medical Laboratory Scientist II (Generalist)

Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

May 2015 - Apr 2020 (4 years 11 months)

Performed routine blood bank tests, issued/ordered blood products, and conducted hematology and coagulation tests. Set up Thromboelastography (TEG) and ran chemistry panels.

Blood Bank Hematology Thromboelastography (TEG)Chemistry Sysmex ACLTOP Beckman DXC DXi Abbott Architect C8000

Technical Manufacturing Chemist I

Quality Bioresources Inc.

Sep 2014 - May 2015 (8 months)

Performed weekly water testing and monthly bioburden monitoring to ensure quality standards. Assisted senior chemists in formulations and prepared chemical solutions.

Karl Fisher Analysis

Clinical Rotation Microbiology-Chemistry-Urinalysis-Hematology-Bl

Dallas VA Medical Center / Methodist Charlton Medical Center

May 2014 - Aug 2014 (3 months)

Set up bacterial and fungal cultures and performed QC on equipment, reagents, and media. Conducted various blood bank procedures including T&S, DATs, and antibody ID.

Quality Control BacT Alert MicroScan WalkAway Blood Bank T&S Dat Vitros Sysmex BacTAlert

Quality Assurance/Quality Control Technician

Quality Bioresources, Inc.

Mar 2012 - May 2014 (2 years 2 months)

Ensured equipment maintenance and calibrations were performed as scheduled, and conducted daily temperature monitoring. Revised and wrote standard operating procedures and performed annual audits.

Equipment Maintenance Equipment Calibration SOP Development Auditing

Server

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

Nov 2011 - Aug 2013 (1 year 9 months)

Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Managed table service and ensured customer satisfaction.

Customer Service Table Service Food Service Communication Teamwork

Undergraduate Research in Molecular Biology

Texas State University

May 2010 - Dec 2010 (7 months)

Performed various molecular biology techniques including western blotting, PCR, SDS-PAGE, and microscopy. Assisted research mentor and graduate students with bench work and data collection.

Molecular Biology Western Blot PCR SDS PAGE Mutant Screening Data Collection Research

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Texas Tech University Health Science Center

B. S. Clinical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of laboratory procedures and diagnostics.