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Maya Blackmun

Victoria,BC

Summary

Accomplished Medical Lab Assistant with a proven track record at Island Health, adept in laboratory safety protocols and patient confidentiality. Excelled in specimen collection and analysis, enhancing diagnostic accuracy. Skilled in training staff and improving phlebotomy processes, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to quality control.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Lab Assistant

Island Health
11.2022 - Current
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to VIHA standards
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve phlebotomy processes.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.

Pharmacy Assistant

Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacy
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Trained new pharmacy staff on computer system and drug management protocols.
  • Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.

Pharmacy Assistant

Loblaws Superstore
02.2021 - 01.2022
  • Maintained records of prescriptions filled for patients by completing pharmacy log and updating customer accounts.
  • Answered questions regarding medication instructions and usage.
  • Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
  • Greeted customers at counter and provided excellent customer service.
  • Trained new pharmacy staff on computer system and drug management protocols.

Education

Diploma - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Camosun College
Victoria
06-2025

Certificate - Certified Medical Lab Assistant

Camosun College
Victoria, BC
10-2022

High School Diploma -

Timberline Secondary
Campbell River, BC
06-2019

Skills

  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Sterile technique
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Quality control procedures
  • Document management
  • Biohazard waste disposal
  • Specimen collection
  • Test documentation
  • Lab equipment maintenance

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Certified Medical Lab Assistant (CMLA)

Timeline

Medical Lab Assistant

Island Health
11.2022 - Current

Pharmacy Assistant

Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacy
05.2022 - 11.2022

Pharmacy Assistant

Loblaws Superstore
02.2021 - 01.2022

Diploma - Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Camosun College

Certificate - Certified Medical Lab Assistant

Camosun College

High School Diploma -

Timberline Secondary

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