TALEA PINKSTON
Quest Diagnostics
Greensboro
6
years of professional experience
Results-driven professional with expertise in lab testing and quality control procedures. Skilled in critical thinking and medical terminology, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Committed to delivering high-quality support for patient care through accurate testing and analysis. And ready to learn
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
1 Year 2 Months- Conducted laboratory tests to support accurate patient diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Analyzed test results, providing timely feedback to medical staff for informed decision-making.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced specimen handling efficiency and reduced turnaround times.
- Monitored inventory levels of reagents and supplies, coordinating procurement to minimize disruptions in testing activities
- Conducted comprehensive CMP therapeutic drug urine panels and glucose timed tests to ensure accurate patient assessments.
Lab Assistant
1 Year 1 Month- Conducted routine laboratory tests and analyses, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
- Assisted in maintaining laboratory equipment, performing regular calibrations and preventive maintenance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline testing processes, enhancing overall efficiency of operations.
- Trained new staff on laboratory protocols and safety procedures, fostering a culture of compliance and safety.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities or new assignments as needed within the lab environment.
CNA
4 Years 6 Months- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
- Health Sciences
Skills
Specimen collection
Quality control procedures
Lab testing
Equipment testing and calibration
Equipment calibration
Test documentation
Chemistry testing
Lab supply management
Instrument maintenance
Critical thinking
Patient records documentation
Medical terminology
Cellular staining
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Quest Diagnostics
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Lab Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
05.2024 - 06.2025Read More
CNA
Scottish Pines
03.2020 - 09.2024Read More
University North Carolina of Pembroke
Bachelor of Science from Biomedical Sciences
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Hunter Huss High School
from Health Sciences
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