Charles Lawrie
Dumfries,Dumfries and Galloway
Summary
Dedicated laboratory professional with expertise in routine lab maintenance, data recording and analysis, and laboratory equipment usage. Demonstrates strong patient empathy and confidentiality assurance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Proficient in phlebotomy, clinical waste disposal, and stock management, complemented by skills in computerized record management and Microsoft Office proficiency. Committed to quality assurance and effective time management while handling specimen reception and sample receipting. Aspires to contribute to advancements in biochemistry techniques within a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Medical lab assistant
NHS Dumfries and Galloway
Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
2023.09 - Current
- Assisted medical technologists with complex test preparations.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by following data protection protocols.
- Supported timely preparation of medical reports to enhance doctor-patient communication.
- Complied with safety standards during laboratory tasks to uphold a safe work environment.
- Complied with all safety protocols during routine laboratory procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Conducted urinalysis and blood counts for diagnostic purposes.
- Set up, calibrated and maintained laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy in tests.
- Maintained high cleanliness standards of lab equipment and workspace.
- Collected blood, tissue and other samples from patients with care.
- Participated actively in regular training sessions staying updated on new techniques and technologies.
- Followed strict data entry process for patient records ensuring high level of accuracy.
- Coordinated closely with the team enabling smooth functioning of the laboratory.
- Processed patient samples for diagnostic testing.
- Managed disposal of biohazardous waste according to safety guidelines protecting staff health.
- Adhered strictly to confidentiality rules regarding patient information safeguarding trust relationship.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during all laboratory activities.
- Maintained clean, organised laboratory workspace to comply with hygiene and safety standards.
Senior health care assistant
NHS Dumfries and Galloway
Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
2011.07 - 2023.09
- Monitored vital signs for accurate health records.
- Advocated on behalf of patients to secure resources.
- Led staff training to develop care skills.
- Utilised specialist equipment to assist in patient care.
- Improved patient comfort by providing comprehensive personal care.
- Complied with regulations and policies; upheld high standard of care.
- Conducted risk assessments, increased safety measures.
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive patient information.
- Managed patient documentation for improved record keeping.
- Ensured hygiene standards, reducing infection risks.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Health care
The Open University
Milton Keynes 2018.08 - 2020.06
SVQ Level 3 - Health care
Dumfries and Galloway college
Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway 2000.08 - 2001.06
GCSEs - Maths, English, Physics, Physical Education, Geography, Craft and Design, Accounting and Finance
Annan Academy
Annan, Dumfries and Galloway 1991.08 - 1995.06
Skills
- Routine lab maintenance
- Data recording and analysis
- Laboratory equipment usage
- Patient empathy
- Time management
- Computerized record management
- Biochemistry techniques
- Confidentiality assurance
- Compliance knowledge
- Phlebotomy proficiency
- Health and safety compliance
- Clinical waste disposal
- Stock management
- Data entry
- Quality assurance
- Medical terminology
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Sample receipting
- Specimen reception
Affiliations
- Golf
- Football
Timeline
Medical lab assistant
NHS Dumfries and Galloway
2023.09 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Health care
The Open University
2018.08 - 2020.06
Senior health care assistant
NHS Dumfries and Galloway
2011.07 - 2023.09
SVQ Level 3 - Health care
Dumfries and Galloway college
2000.08 - 2001.06
GCSEs - Maths, English, Physics, Physical Education, Geography, Craft and Design, Accounting and Finance
Annan Academy
1991.08 - 1995.06