Laura Jordan
Perth,Western Australia
Summary
Skilled Laboratory Assistant with 14+ years of experience in collecting, testing and analyzing samples for Pathology research. Detail-oriented with strong reputation for maintaining safe, clean work environment. Excellent computer and analysis skills. Looking to relocate to Melbourne.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist
Pathwest
Rockingham, Western Australia
08.2012 - Current
- Collected, recorded and analyzed data from various tests.
- Performed laboratory experiments, including setting up and operating laboratory equipment.
- Maintained lab inventory and ordered supplies as needed.
- All ward collections including pediatric
- infection control collections (donning and doffing)
- Monitored environmental conditions within the laboratory to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols. Including Urine Drug Screens,
Laboratory Technician
Pathwest
Kalgoorlie, Western Australia
03.2009 - 08.2012
- Processed specimens following established protocols while adhering to strict safety standards.
- Laboratory work in all areas
- Maintained laboratory equipment by performing calibration checks and troubleshooting any malfunctions.
- Collected samples from various sources for analysis in accordance with established guidelines. Including Urine Drug Screens.
- Assisted with training new lab technicians on proper operation of instruments, safety protocols, and other relevant topics.
- hospital ward collections including pediatric
Aged Care Worker
Bethanie Waters
Port Kennedy, Western Australia
03.2007 - 03.2009
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Organised and monitored medication schedules for elderly clients.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Maintained records of client care plans and progress notes.
- Reported any changes in health or behaviour to nursing staff members promptly.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving elderly clients.
Medical Receptionist
Palm Springs Medical Centre
Warnbro, Western Australia
01.2007 - 03.2007
- Greeted and checked in patients, updating patient information in computer system.
- Scheduled patient appointments, verifying accuracy of appointment times with providers.
- Answered incoming calls, responding to inquiries from patients and other medical offices.
- Assisted with filing of medical records and documents, maintaining accurate electronic files.
- Provided support to clinical staff during patient visits, including rooming patients, collecting vital signs and documenting chief complaints.
- Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
Laboratory Assistant
Pathwest
Nedlands, Western Australia
05.2005 - 05.2006
- Performed laboratory experiments, including setting up and operating laboratory equipment.
- Prepared samples for analysis by following standard laboratory procedures.
- Followed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials or chemicals in the lab.
- Ensured that laboratory procedures are followed correctly at all times.
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
Clerical Officer
Pathwest
Nedlands, Western Australia
01.2004 - 05.2005
- Answered telephones, took messages, transferred calls to appropriate personnel.
- Performed data entry functions using computers and various software programs.
- Handled confidential information in a discreet manner.
- Provided general clerical support such as photocopying, faxing, scanning.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
- Collected and coded various documents to prepare for filing, storage and processing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rockingham Senior High School
Rockingham, WA12-2000
Skills
- Sterilization Techniques
- Sample Collection Techniques
- Supply Maintenance
- Specimen Analysis
- Equipment Testing and Calibration
- Specimen Processing
- Sample Preparation
- File Management
- hand hygiene
- Great customer service
- working with diverse people and environments
- accredited Urine drug screen collector
Certification
- HTTPAT304D Collect pathology specimens other than blood
- Certificate Haematology for Technical Assisants
- ANTT aseptic Non touch Technique-foundation course
- Certificate Accountable and ethical decision making
- Certificate Cultural aboriginal health and wellbeing
- Certificate hand hygiene
- certificate best customer service skills
- certificate in donning and doffing
References
Suzie Bender
Pathwest manager
(08)9599 4787
Tina Furniss
Pathwest Rockingham
(08) 9599 4239
Sonia Davies
Pathwest Rockingham
(08) 9599 4239
Arleen Robertson
Work Collegue/friend
0415 812 091
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist
Pathwest
08.2012 - Current
Laboratory Technician
Pathwest
03.2009 - 08.2012
Aged Care Worker
Bethanie Waters
03.2007 - 03.2009
Medical Receptionist
Palm Springs Medical Centre
01.2007 - 03.2007
Laboratory Assistant
Pathwest
05.2005 - 05.2006
Clerical Officer
Pathwest
01.2004 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
Rockingham Senior High School
- HTTPAT304D Collect pathology specimens other than blood
- Certificate Haematology for Technical Assisants
- ANTT aseptic Non touch Technique-foundation course
- Certificate Accountable and ethical decision making
- Certificate Cultural aboriginal health and wellbeing
- Certificate hand hygiene
- certificate best customer service skills
- certificate in donning and doffing
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