Kyle Smith
Dunwoody
Summary
Accomplished Laboratory Technician, excelling in sample preparation and laboratory safety protocols. Skilled in both interpersonal communication and complex analyses, I significantly enhanced sample processing efficiency and accuracy. My leadership in training junior technicians and commitment to quality control are pivotal to achieving superior results and stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Piedmont Health Services
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Prepared detailed documentation for each experiment, facilitating effective communication of results to colleagues and stakeholders.
Lab Assistant
LabCorp
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Implemented safety measures to promote a secure laboratory environment.
- Supported ongoing research with meticulous documentation and record-keeping.
- Documented experimental procedures to enhance reproducibility of results.
Laboratory Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
- Performed complex analyses using various instrumentation, delivering reliable data for informed decisionmaking.
- Streamlined sample processing for faster turnaround times and improved customer satisfaction.
Lab Intern
COPE Health, Adventist Health Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GASkills
- Sample preparation
- Microscopy techniques
- Lab result interpretation
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Specimen processing
- Chemical handling
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Piedmont Health Services
04.2024 - 01.2025
Lab Assistant
LabCorp
09.2023 - 02.2024
Laboratory Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2023
Lab Intern
COPE Health, Adventist Health Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
Georgia State University
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