Vanessa Kalcovski
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
To seek and maintain a long-term position as a medical scientist within haematology, where I am able to utilise my experience and knowledge obtained through both my Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine and my part time position at Woolworths Group. This position will encompass new challenges, critical thinking and time management skills to further develop my current skills and knowledge.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fresh Service Team Member
Woolworths Group
03.2017 - Current
- Set performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Displayed professionalism when interacting with children, families, partners, fellow team members, managers.
- Established skills to work efficiently within team based environment.
- Trained and assisted new fresh service team in regards to company operations, policies, and services.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximise productivity and safety
- Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to their preferences.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
Professional Placement
Alfred Hospital
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Abide by standard operating procedures at all times, to ensure safety of patients and colleagues.
- Basic use of PathNet applications and Powerchart.
- Basic use of AMS middleware.
- Basic use of Blood Net.
- Operation, maintenance, and performance of quality control for Sysmex XN10, Sysmex XN20, Sysmex SP50, Stago STA-R MAX, IH-500.
- Ability to investigate common spurious results within haematology and coagulation.
- Determination of sample integrity and appropriate patient identification.
- Independently perform manual tests inclusive of ESR, HbH slide preparation, iron staining, malaria ICT, malaria thick and thin films, G6PD screen, IM screen.
- Maintains correct storage and disposal of biological product.
- Perform accurate weekly and monthly stock checks.
Education
Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine - Medical Science
RMIT University
Bundoora, VIC11.2023
No Degree - Secondary Education
St Monica's College
Epping, VIC12.2019
Skills
- Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Organised and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within a timely manner, while considering task prioritisation
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Promoting and maintaining health and safety of the workplace environment
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise with colleagues and healthcare professionals
- Enthusiastic to perform any task at hand, while also remaining supportive of others
- Core skills involve providing professional customer service
- Punctual and prompt at all times
Additional Information
Andrew Webb, Blood Bank Senior Scientist, Alfred Hospital
Ph: 03 90763565
Email: a.webb@alfred.org.au
Jane Moon, Haematology Discipline Coordinator, RMIT University
Ph: 0412609232
Email: jane.moon@rmit.edu.au
Chaye Morel, Fresh Convenience Team Manager, Woolworths
Ph: 0408390365
Email: chaye.morel@hotmail.com
Timeline
Professional Placement
Alfred Hospital
08.2022 - 04.2023
Fresh Service Team Member
Woolworths Group
03.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine - Medical Science
RMIT University
No Degree - Secondary Education
St Monica's College
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