Kaylee Beaudry
Red Deer,Canada
Summary
Dynamic Medical Laboratory Assistant with extensive experience at Canadian Blood Services, excelling in donor screening and phlebotomy. Proven ability to maintain equipment and ensure compliance with safety protocols. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills, delivering compassionate patient care while managing time effectively in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Donor Care Associate
Canadian Blood Services
Red Deer, AB
02.2023 - Current
- Screened donors to confirm adherence to current donation criteria.
- Consulted with nursing staff on donor eligibility questions.
- Checked hemoglobin levels using hemoglobinometer to ensure donation compliance.
- Conducted daily maintenance on hemoglobinometer for optimal functionality.
- Greeted and assisted donors during check-in processes.
- Performed phlebotomy for whole blood donations, ensuring safety protocols.
- Executed daily and monthly maintenance on Docon blood rocker.
- Shipped blood and samples in designated blood boxes according to regulations.
- Observed patients for changes in physical and emotional demeanor to assist in donor reaction.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish tasks.
- Approached donors and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Red Deer Hospital
Red Deer
05.2021 - 07.2023
- As a Laboratory Assistant, my jobs include, but are not limited to, receiving and sending/packing blood and blood products to regional sites.
- Receiving and properly storing all blood and blood products from Canadian Blood Services.
- Inspecting all blood and blood products before defection, and reporting if any discrepancies are found.
- Accurately identifying patients with porter or nursing staff picking up blood and blood products from the receiving window.
- Assisting in packing coolers and boxes for trauma and urgent product pick-up.
- Doing all daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on centrifuges, cold and warm refrigerators, cell washers, automated slide stainers, Immucor semi- and fully automated testing machines, fume hoods, and all workstations.
- Ordering all laundry for the bone marrow patient collection room.
- Assisting pathologists in bone marrow procedures by setting up a room with all supplies needed for the complete procedure.
- Maintaining a sterile environment for pathologists while passing tools and other supplies.
- Processing bone marrow core and aspiration moments after being taken from the patient to ensure the best quality of the sample before clotting.
- Communicating with a pathologist about the quality of the sample.
- Making touch, squash, and direct slides with bone marrow core and aspirate.
- Sending samples for extra testing, if ordered.
- Accurately collecting blood samples from patients after the procedure.
- Cleaning and restocking the bone marrow room after each procedure.
- Staining and coverslipping both blood and bone marrow slides.
- Assisting the transfusion medicine manager with month-end paperwork and filing for each month.
- Processed specimens according to standard operating procedures.
- Evaluated and processed biological specimens to support accurate and appropriate testing procedures.
- Collected blood samples from patients for testing purposes.
- Maintained laboratory equipment in proper condition by conducting regular maintenance checks.
- Assisted with quality control activities in the lab.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Alberta's Tomorrow Project
Red Deer
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Accurately collected blood samples from participants and centrifuged for analysis.
- Sent blood samples to provincial lab for testing and bio-banked samples at -80°C.
- Processed specimens according to standard operating procedures.
- Maintained detailed records of tests performed and results obtained, ensuring traceability and accountability.
- Observed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials in the lab setting.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Collected and processed specimens in medical environment.
- Screened participants through pre-appointment questions to ensure eligibility.
- Maintained cleanliness of collection area, processing bench, and patient waiting area.
- Stocked and ordered supplies for collection cart to prevent shortages.
- Assisted data team by entering survey responses into database for accuracy verification.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Innisfail Hospital
Innisfail
10.2016 - 11.2020
- Accurately collected specimens from patients across Emergency, Acute Care, Long-term Care, and outpatient units.
- Performed blood collection on pediatric and neonatal patients.
- Received and accessioned specimens, batching them for appropriate destinations while tracking missing samples.
- Pipetted samples into containers for freezing or dispersal.
- Properly handled dry ice samples, adhering to disposal protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of laboratory work area.
- Managed phone communications and fax operations efficiently.
- Executed urinalysis, urine cultures, HCG tests, ECGs, and Holter monitor setups.
- Processed specimens according to standard operating procedures.
- Observed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials in the lab setting.
- Followed standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
- Coordinated prioritization, receipt and delivery of laboratory specimens.
- Cleaned and calibrated laboratory equipment.
- Assisted with quality control activities in the lab.
- Maintained patient, specimen and tracking data using laboratory computer system.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Three Hills Health Centre
Three Hills
04.2016 - 10.2016
- Accurately collected specimens from patients in emergency, acute care, long-term care, and outpatient units.
- Performed blood collections from pediatrics and neonates.
- Accessioned specimens, batched deliveries, and followed up on missing or outbound samples.
- Pipetted samples for freezing or analysis as needed.
- Removed samples from dry ice following established protocols for safe disposal.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety within laboratory work areas.
- Handled phone inquiries and managed fax communications efficiently.
- Conducted urinalysis, urine cultures, HCG tests, ECGs, and holter monitor setups.
- Maintained detailed records of tests performed and results obtained, ensuring traceability and accountability.
- Processed specimens according to standard operating procedures.
- Observed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials in the lab setting.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Collected and processed specimens in medical environment.
- Collected blood samples from patients for lab work.
- Properly documented all variables relative to specimen processing.
- Adhered to established guidelines for specimen handling and processing.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development activities, staying current with advances in the field.
- Used appropriate collection and processing procedures to avoid inadequate specimens and promote reliability of sample
Key Holder
Intersport
Red Deer
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Executed daily cash reconciliation and managed till operations as key holder.
- Supervised sales floor associates to enhance team performance and customer engagement.
- Facilitated customer assistance, ensuring satisfaction during shopping experience.
- Processed returns and exchanges efficiently to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Conducted daily bank deposits after closing procedures to secure funds.
- Locked premises securely at end of shifts, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Provided feedback to management on customer needs and preferences to improve product offerings.
- Identified potential shoplifters through observation of suspicious behavior or activities.
- Asked open-ended questions to learn about customers' needs and escorted to merchandise locations.
- Trained and helped supervise staff to develop and maintain store revenue, team customer service skills and product knowledge.
- Ensured store was opened and closed in a timely manner according to company policies.
- Reconciled daily sales receipts against cash drawer for accuracy.
Customer Service and Cash Balancer
Canadian Tire
Sylvan Lake
04.2012 - 09.2014
- Assisted customers with inquiries, concerns, returns, and exchanges.
- Managed cash drawers, ensuring accurate reconciliation from previous day.
- Executed bank deposits and maintained safe with appropriate change levels.
- Provided prompt service to enhance customer experience
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
Education
Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate -
Red Deer College
Red Deer, AB04.2016
Medical Transcriptionist -
04.2018
High school diploma -
HJ Cody High School
06.2014
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equipment maintenance
- Donor screening and phlebotomy
- Data entry accuracy
- Patient interaction and care
- Quality control and assurance
- Safety protocols and compliance
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Documentation accuracy and reporting
- Compassionate patient care
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Medical terminology expertise
- Specimen handling and processing
- Testing and reporting of specimens
- Blood sample processing techniques
- Bio-banking procedures
- X-ray data entry
- Attention to detail in tasks
- Customer service excellence
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management skills
- Punctuality and reliability
- WHMIS and TDG knowledge
- Incident reporting procedures
Volunteer Experience
- EPIC Subject Matters Expert, EPIC, 01/01/18, 12/31/18
- Volunteer, Canadian Blood Services, 01/01/16, 01/01/17
- Medical Trainer, Sylvan Lake Football, 07/01/12, 11/30/15
Timeline
Donor Care Associate
Canadian Blood Services
02.2023 - Current
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Red Deer Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2023
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Alberta's Tomorrow Project
11.2020 - 05.2021
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Innisfail Hospital
10.2016 - 11.2020
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Three Hills Health Centre
04.2016 - 10.2016
Key Holder
Intersport
09.2014 - 05.2016
Customer Service and Cash Balancer
Canadian Tire
04.2012 - 09.2014
Medical Laboratory Assistant certificate -
Red Deer College
Medical Transcriptionist -
High school diploma -
HJ Cody High School
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