WENDY GARRISON

• Process Microbiology specimens according to priority and document in CIS.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Utilize expertise in microbiology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
• Perform comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.

Section / Lead Technologist for Hematology (1999-2007)

• Provide guidance and training for staff and students
• Develop policies and procedures for Hematology
• Ensure appropriate Quality Assurance, controls and safety measures are maintained.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and reagents.
• Implement new instrumentation and calibrate same.
• Utilize expertise in microbiology, chemistry, hematology and transfusion medicine to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
• Clinical Co-ordinator for UOIT students.
• Disseminate EQAS materials for Laboratory and ensure results are submitted to various proficiency testing programs

• Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
• Liaised with Microbiology and Pharmacy Departments to ensure positive patient outcomes.
• Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
• Surveilled ongoing infections to verify adequate data collection, control procedures and current staff interventions.
• Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.