Mahoagany Johnson
Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Technician | Clinical Diagnostics (Chemistry, Hematology, PCR)
4 yrs experience · Chicago, IL · <10 hrs/week
About
Seasoned Medical Laboratory Technician with 4 years of experience in clinical lab settings, proficient in Chemistry, Hematology, Blood bank, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and infectious disease PCR testing. Skilled in equipment calibration and maintenance, quality control compliance, specimen acceptability evaluation, and supporting physicians with timely, accurate diagnostic results.
Skills
Experience
- Medical Technologist · Quest Diagnostics05-01-2023
• Perform a wide range of laboratory tests across various fields including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Microbiology, and Immunology, ensuring accurate results for clinical diagnosis. • Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to meet stringent quality control standards and ensure the reliability of test outcomes. • Support physicians by conducting specialized tests such as rapid Strep A, COVID-19, Flu, RSV PCRs, and evaluating specimen acceptability to aid in the timely treatment of patients.
- Medical Laboratory Technician · UChicago Medicine02-01-2022 – 04-30-2023
• Performed comprehensive lab tests within Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Coagulation, and Urinalysis departments, ensuring accurate diagnostics for patient care. • Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment, upholding stringent quality control standards for reliable test results. • Assisted in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions by conducting rapid infectious disease PCRs, aiding physicians with timely clinical information.
- Medical Laboratory Technician · AdventHealth La Grange02-01-2022 – 04-30-2023
• Performed comprehensive lab tests within Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Coagulation, and Urinalysis departments, ensuring accurate diagnostics for patient care. • Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment, upholding stringent quality control standards for reliable test results. • Assisted in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions by conducting rapid infectious disease PCRs, aiding physicians with timely clinical information.
- Medical Laboratory Technician · Hillcrest Hospital09-01-2021 – 12-31-2021
• Performed a comprehensive range of laboratory tests across Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Coagulation, and Urinalysis, ensuring accurate diagnostic data for patient care. • Calibrated and maintained sophisticated laboratory equipment, adhering to strict quality control protocols to guarantee reliable test results. • Streamlined laboratory processes, enhancing efficiency and productivity without compromising the precision or quality of test outcomes.
- Medical Laboratory Technician · Northwest Medical Center05-01-2021 – 09-30-2021
• Performed comprehensive lab tests across Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunohematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis to aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. • Calibrated and maintained a wide array of laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for critical diagnostic procedures. • Collaborated with medical professionals by delivering accurate clinical testing results, contributing to the determination of appropriate patient care plans.
- Certified Medication Aide/Direct Care Staff · Home of Hope03-01-2020 – 05-31-2021
• Administered medication and monitored client health changes, ensuring adherence to care plans and maintaining accurate medical records. • Coordinated and executed daily living tasks including meal preparation, bed-making, laundry, and personal errands to support client well-being. • Facilitated client engagement and socialization by planning and leading group activities, as well as providing assistance with external medical appointments.
- Certified Nursing Assistant · Grove Nursing Center07-01-2018 – 05-31-2019
• Delivered comprehensive patient care across various settings, ensuring dignity and reducing discomfort through attentive support in personal hygiene and waste management tasks. • Maintained precise chart records and fostered positive patient relations, earning commendation for teamwork and compassionate care delivery.
- Carhop · Sonic Drive-In05-01-2017 – 06-30-2018
• Provided personalized customer service by assisting with menu selection and promptly delivering food and beverages to guests, ensuring a satisfactory dining experience. • Maintained cleanliness of the establishment's exterior spaces, contributing to a welcoming and hygienic environment for patrons.
Education
- Northeastern Oklahoma A&M CollegeAssociate of Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technology
- Northeast Technology CenterCertified Medication Aide Certification (Certified Medication Aid)
- Sequoyah High SchoolDiploma, General Education
- Indian Capital Technology CenterCertification, CNA/HHA and Phlebotomy
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