Marlette McDougall
Windsor,Ontario
Summary
Experienced, organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr Medical Laboratory Scientist - Chemistry
Henry Ford Hospital Main Campus
06.2015 - Current
- Perform routine and STAT testing using AU5800/ AU680, DXI800, Roche e801, ABL/ OSMO instrumentation.
- Scheduling for midnight shift and Kronos timekeeping management.
- Review monthly quality control for all areas of Chemistry.
- Prepare, issue, review and maintain accurate records of annual competency assessments, for all Chemistry staff.
- Streamline workflow for increased efficiency by optimizing lab processes when automation line or instruments not functioning optimally, to minimize impact on TAT.
- Determine cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Train and mentor new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Oakwood Hospital And Medical Center
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Rotated through Chemistry, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Transfusion Medicine workstations.
- Increased patient/ clinician satisfaction through timely and accurate diagnostic results.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining well-organized and efficient work environment.
- Reduced errors in test results by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
- Mentored new staff members, providing training on laboratory techniques and best practices for efficient workflow management.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by staying current with industry developments and updating policies accordingly.
Sr Medical Laboratory Scientist
American Red Cross National Testing Laboratories
11.2012 - 02.2014
- Performed manual and automated testing for blood products; reporting ABO/ Rh blood type, antibody screening, RPR, CMV and Sickle Cell results.
- Enhanced laboratory accuracy by complying with stringent quality control measures and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on industry standards.
- Mentored junior scientists, providing guidance on best practices.
- Increased diagnostic precision through rigorous validation of new assays before implementation into routine testing protocols.
- Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
- Participated in root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON10.1995
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Windsor, ON06.1993
Skills
- Professional Demeanor
- Excellent Communication
- Decision-Making
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Quality Control Management
- Laboratory Information Systems (Sunquest)
Accomplishments
New Graduate Award, Canadian Society of Laboratory Technologists - Chemistry, 1993
New Graduate Award, St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology - Medical Laboratory Technology, Chemistry, 1993
Languages
English
Certification
Medical Laboratory Scientist, registered by Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists - Generalist, 1993
Visa Screen certified - expires April 29, 2029
Timeline
Sr Medical Laboratory Scientist - Chemistry
Henry Ford Hospital Main Campus
06.2015 - Current
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Oakwood Hospital And Medical Center
01.2014 - 06.2015
Sr Medical Laboratory Scientist
American Red Cross National Testing Laboratories
11.2012 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Medical Laboratory Scientist, registered by Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists - Generalist, 1993
Visa Screen certified - expires April 29, 2029
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