JORDAN BRENEE' BROWN
MLS Graduate
East Point
Summary
Detail-oriented and motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) graduate with comprehensive clinical internship experience in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology, and molecular diagnostics. Skilled in performing, analyzing, and troubleshooting a wide range of laboratory tests in compliance with CLIA, CAP, and HIPAA standards. Dedicated to accuracy, quality assurance, and patient-centered laboratory service. Eligible for ASCP certification.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
CVS Pharmacy
08.2020 - Current
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stressed situations.
- Accurately processed payments by totaling purchases, processing checks, cash, and store or other credit and debit cards
- Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions
Lab Associate I
Quest Diagnostics
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Has a functional understanding of the QLS Lab Information System
- Sort 2000 incoming urine specimens by proper worklist
- Capable of processing urine specimens for testing independently
- Able to follow SOP to test urine samples for Bath Salts, Gabapentin, Cocaine, Methadone, Phencyclidine, Tapentadol, and Ethyl glucuronide on the Hamilton Microlab Star
- Processed pending tests for patients
- Properly disposing of liquid waste
- Collected specimens for appropriate processing
- Created daily aqueous and organic washes for Liquid Chromatography
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Georgia Southern University
Savannah, Ga12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, Ga08.2023
Skills
- Chemistry: DXI 9000, Cobas 6800, spectrophotometry, enzyme assays and Beckman Au480
- Hematology: on the Sysmex and Roche manual differentials, reticulocyte counts
- Immunohematology: ABO/Rh typing, antibody ID, DAT/IAT, gel and tube methods
- Microbiology: Culture isolation, Gram staining, biochemical ID, Kirby-Bauer, MALDI-TOF
- Immunology / Serology: ELISA, chemiluminescence, autoimmune panels (ANA, RF)
- Molecular Diagnostics: DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, electrophoresis
- Urinalysis / Body Fluids: Dipstick, microscopy, crystal ID
- LIS & QA: Epic Beaker, Sunquest, Westgard rules, Levey-Jennings, CLIA/CAP compliance
Skills:
- SOP compliance
- QLS Lab Information System
- Specimen collection and handling
- Team collaboration
- High-stress situation management
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Data interpretation
Certification
ASCP MLS: Eligibility pending
Clinical Rotations
- Comprehensive Clinical Internship — Piedmont Henry, Stockbridge, Ga
- December 2024 – December 2024
- Rotated through Chemistry department applying theoretical knowledge to patient testing under supervision of certified MLS professionals.
- Clinical Chemistry: Operated Siemens Dimension and Beckman AU analyzers for BMP, CMP, and enzyme panels; ensured QC accuracy using Westgard rules and performed HBV testing using Cobas 4800.
- Comprehensive Clinical Internship — VA hospital, Decatur, Ga
- March 2025 – September 2025
- Rotated through all remaining major departments of the clinical laboratory, applying theoretical knowledge to patient testing under supervision of certified MLS professionals.
- Hematology & Coagulation: Performed CBCs, differentials, and coagulation studies (PT, aPTT, D-dimer); interpreted abnormal findings on peripheral smears.
- Immunohematology (Blood Bank): Conducted ABO/Rh typing, antibody screens, crossmatches, and DATs; participated in antibody identification and transfusion reaction workups.
- Microbiology: Performed Gram stains, culture isolation, and biochemical identification (Vitek, MALDI-TOF); performed antimicrobial susceptibility testing (Kirby-Bauer).
- Immunology / Serology: Conducted ELISA and chemiluminescent assays for ANA, HIV, Hepatitis, and RPR testing.
- Urinalysis & Body Fluids: Performed chemical, physical, and microscopic exams of urine and body fluids; identified casts and crystals.
- Molecular Diagnostics: Assisted in PCR setup, nucleic acid extraction, and electrophoresis interpretation.
- Quality Assurance: Documented QC, maintenance, and corrective actions per CAP/CLIA; entered and verified results in Epic Beaker LIS.
Timeline
Lab Associate I
Quest Diagnostics
10.2023 - 08.2024
Sales Associate
CVS Pharmacy
08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia State University