Erika Reynolds, MLS (AMT)

Experience

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  SCHNUCKS MARKETS INC

  Jun 2010 - May 2015

  - Monitored operational budget by continually evaluating systems to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of operational expenses - Participated in efforts to streamline work processes and utilize resources effectively to reduce costs to improve profitability- Delegated responsibilities for up to ten floral clerks and encouraged each to meet their work performance goals - Ensured standards of department presentation and operations, including ordering and inventory control, rotation, quality, and cleanliness Show less

  • Floral Manager

    Sept 2013 - May 2015

  • Floral Clerk/Cashier

    Jun 2010 - Sept 2013
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  OSF HealthCare

  Jun 2015 - Oct 2022

  - Performed specialized microbiological procedures for the isolation, identification, and enumeration of organisms found in body fluids, exudates, and surgical specimens by using differential and selective media - Performed rapid microbial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing on VITEK 2 system by following standardized policies and procedures - Managed QC performance/documentation, instrument/equipment function checks, SOPs, and ordering/inventory control- Oversaw the validation and correlation of newly implemented laboratory testing and/or instrumentation ensuring all training, accreditation, and competency standards are met - Interpreted results in a timely manner with integrity as to accuracy, acceptability, and critical limitations - Recommended improvements in laboratory services and implemented changes in conjunction with laboratory leadership - Demonstrated the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians and nursing staff as a member of an interdisciplinary team - Proficient with the following instrumentation: ABBOTT ID NOW, Alethia Illumigene, BD Bactec Culture System, bioMérieux Previ Color Gram/VITEK 2, Cepheid GeneXpert IV, Quidel Sofia Show less

  • Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology)

    Jan 2017 - Oct 2022

  • Medical Laboratory Assistant

    Jun 2015 - Dec 2016
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  Endeavor Health

  Oct 2022 - now

  Laboratory Supervisor, Microbiology