YOLANDA CHARLTON
Summary
Accomplished, focused, and collaborative Clinical Laboratory Scientist with a proven record of ensuring and achieving consistently high levels of quality control and quality assurance in the laboratory. An experienced professional, managing the development, promotion and delivery of health technology.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist IV
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
- Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Oversaw shipment and reception of laboratory specimens, verifying proper safety precautions and handling methods.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
Laboratory Supervisor
Lucayan Medical Centre
06.2002 - 05.2022
- Organizing and directing daily activities of the laboratory
- Coordinating and overseeing quality assurance and quality control
- Collecting, analyzing and interpreting lab results
- Handling and coordinating the resolution of complex issues
- Maintaining departmental supplies and inventories to ensure operational efficiency within established budget guidelines
- Addressing system issues, troubleshooting problems and/or arranging for technical services
- Updating SOP as necessary.
Medical Technologist
The Walk-In Medical Clinic
02.2000 - 06.2002
- Performed serological, bacteriological, biochemical, hematological andmicrobiological examination on samples
- Summarized results and reported findings in electrical form to referringphysicians and medical specialists.
Medical Technologist
Sunrise Medical Centre
01.1998 - 02.2000
- Extracted blood from patients through venipuncture or finger sticks
- Performed related duties in the lab to include specimen handling usingmanual and automated equipment to test
- Operated and calibrated equipment and/or analyzers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Northern Caribbean University
Manchester, Jamaica2000
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
West Indies College
Machester1995
Skills
- Analytical Thinking & Adaptability
- Occupational Health & Safety Awareness
- Quality Management & Compliance Audits
- Training, Development & Delivery
- Sales Execution
- Strategic Planning
Accomplishments
- Oversaw and implemented business partners with two industrial companies and three private firms to conduct business solely with previous employer.
- Launched, coordinated and trained staff in LIS system for previous employer.
- Regular attendance at Medical Technology conferences (AMT).
Languages
English
Native language
Certification
American Medical Technologist (2001-present)
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist IV
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
11.2022 - 10.2023
Laboratory Supervisor
Lucayan Medical Centre
06.2002 - 05.2022
Medical Technologist
The Walk-In Medical Clinic
02.2000 - 06.2002
Medical Technologist
Sunrise Medical Centre
01.1998 - 02.2000
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Northern Caribbean University
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
West Indies College
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