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Jessica Black

Sudbury

Summary

Skilled Medical Laboratory Technologist with background in performing complex testing and analyzing results in a clinical laboratory setting. Strengths include high accuracy in specimen analysis, knowledge of lab equipment operation and maintenance, adherence to safety protocols, and ability to work efficiently under pressure. In previous roles, contributed to improved patient care by delivering accurate diagnostic information and supporting medical staff with timely test results.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Neo Women's Health Clinic
Sudbury
06.2020 - Current
  • Preparation of samples for intrauterine insemination
  • Process endocrine assays using the Roche platform for the purpose of fertility assessment and monitoring
  • Collaboration with a medical team to ensure comprehensive and patient centered care
  • Collection of blood samples using venipuncture techniques
  • Perform routine semen analysis for motility, viability and concentration
  • Semen cryopreservation

Clerical Assistant

Hydro One
Sudbury
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail and packages, including preparation for shipping.
  • Provided customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
  • Performed data entry tasks with accuracy and speed.

Medical Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology

Lifelabs
Sudbury
08.2015 - 03.2024
  • Recognition, isolation and identification of any significant bacterial organisms in patient samples and reporting of significant findings to healthcare providers
  • Working in a fast paced environment to accurately and efficiently identify the cause of infection based on standard operating procedures
  • Ensure that instruments are running in control, instrument maintenance and cleaning

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Stevenson Memorial Hospital
Alliston
05.2014 - 08.2015
  • Process samples on automated equipment in the core laboratory (ACL top, DXH800, DXC880i, Cellavision, Provue)
  • Ensure that instruments are running in control - performance of quality control samples, regular cleaning, and maintenance
  • Practice and perform a variety of laboratory tests and procedures with accuracy and precision with defined time expectations (TATs)
  • Perform blood group typing and compatibility testing for transfusion purposes, as well as antibody identification panels and elutions
  • Perform venipuncture and interaction with a diverse healthcare team in a fast paced hospital environment

Education

Clinical Placement -

Health Sciences North
Sudbury, Ontario
05.2014

Medical Laboratory Technology -

Cambrian College
Sudbury, Ontario
01.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario
01.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Laurentian University
Sudbury, Ontario
01.2009

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Quality control
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Data entry
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

Clerical Assistant

Hydro One
03.2024 - 12.2024

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Neo Women's Health Clinic
06.2020 - Current

Medical Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology

Lifelabs
08.2015 - 03.2024

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Stevenson Memorial Hospital
05.2014 - 08.2015

Clinical Placement -

Health Sciences North

Medical Laboratory Technology -

Cambrian College

Bachelor of Arts - Education

Laurentian University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Laurentian University
Jessica Black