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Alanna Henderson

Clinton,ON

Summary

A recent graduate of the Medical Laboratory Assistant Technician program at Anderson College with 300 hours of hands-on experience through multiple practicum opportunities. I successfully completed 65 venipunctures, followed lab protocols while receiving, recording and preparing specimens. With a passion for helping others especially children through my former education as an ECE, I prioritize maintaining a safe and trusting environment for clients seeking their healthcare needs to be met.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant

Anderson College
London, Ontario
05.2024 - 07.2025
  • Evaluated and processed biological specimens to support accurate and appropriate testing procedures.
  • Completed two four-week practicums (150 hours each)
  • Completed 65 venipunctures.
  • Working with clients to educate and resolve problems in a friendly manner
  • Prioritize and organize tasks
  • Identified and corrected problems that could adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.
  • Used appropriate collection and processing procedures to avoid inadequate specimens and promote reliability of blood products.
  • Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Registered Early Childcare Educator

London Bridge Childcare Services
Exeter, Ontario
10.2021 - 05.2024
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum that meets state and national standards.
  • Modified teaching strategies and techniques to meet the individual needs of children with diverse learning styles.
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Ensured proper hygiene practices among the children including hand washing before meals.

Early Childhood Educator

Rising Oaks Early Learning Ontario
Kitchener, Ontario
10.2017 - 08.2021
  • Attended team meetings with other educators in order to share best practices or discuss any issues related to childcare services.
  • Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.

Education

Diploma - Medical Laboratory Science

Anderson College
London, ON
06-2025

Certificate - First Aid And CPR

Candaian Red Cross Certification
London, ON
10-2024

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Fanshawe College
Clinton, ON
12-2018

High School Diploma -

Central Huron Secondary School
Clinton, ON
06-2015

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Continuous improvement
  • Self motivation
  • Safety compliance
  • Keypading skills
  • Keyboarding skills

Accomplishments

  • Volunteering within the community, collecting garbage in 2019
  • Received Rookie of the Year award for successes within my first year of working at Rising Oaks, formerly known as Owl Childcare Services

Timeline

Medical Laboratory Technician Assistant

Anderson College
05.2024 - 07.2025

Registered Early Childcare Educator

London Bridge Childcare Services
10.2021 - 05.2024

Early Childhood Educator

Rising Oaks Early Learning Ontario
10.2017 - 08.2021

Diploma - Medical Laboratory Science

Anderson College

Certificate - First Aid And CPR

Candaian Red Cross Certification

Diploma - Early Childhood Education

Fanshawe College

High School Diploma -

Central Huron Secondary School
Alanna Henderson