GRACE MCGLOTHLIN
Camby
Summary
Offering solid foundation in laboratory sciences and keen interest in developing expertise in laboratory environment. Brings fundamental understanding of scientific methods and laboratory safety, coupled with ability to learn and apply new techniques quickly. Ready to use and develop skills in data analysis and laboratory procedures in Medical Laboratory Scientist role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Grossing Technician
Southern Indiana Pathologist
Bloomington, IN
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Processed over 50 simple specimens per day with precision and attention to detail to ensure accurate test results.
- Assisted Pathologist and Pathologist Assistant with frozen sections to maintain CAP regulations.
- Collaborated with pathologists to streamline workflow processes in lab operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
Lab Technician 1
IU Health
Bloomington, IN
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Accessioned over 80 surgical specimens per day, including matching the paper requisition to specimen jar tissue and label demographics and selecting correct anatomical site to tissue sample to ensure accurate billing.
- Organized and filed tissue specimens, maintained a clean laboratory, and properly disposed of specimen containers after sign-out.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science
George Washington University
Washington D.C.01-2026
Bachelor of Science (B.S) - Animal Sciences, Biosciences
Purdue University
West Lafayette, Indiana05-2023
Associates of Science - Agriculture
Ivy Tech Community College
Lafayette, Indiana12-2021
Skills
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Deadline oriented
- Patient confidentiality
Clinical Experience
IU Health Bloomington Hospital ┃ Bloomington, IN ┃
September 2025 - November 2025
- Total Clinical Hours: 400+ hours across core laboratory departments.
- Hematology (90 hours): Operated Beckman Coulter DxH 550 and DxH Slidemaker Stainer II analyzers, read 80+ blood smears and differantials, and performed daily QC on analyzer.
- Chemistry (105 hours): Conducted high-throughput testing using the Beckman Coulter DxC 700 AU and DxI 800 (700+ specimens); performed daily QC on analyzer once, performed blood gas levels.
- Bloodbank (157): Performed ABO/Rh typing, antibody screening, and crossmatching via manual methods and using the Orthovision Swift.
- Urinalysis (40): Conducted automated microscopic exams via Beckman Coulter Aution Max (AX-4030) & Iris iQ200 analyzer and manually conducted microscopic examinations.
- Coagulation (30): Processed specimens on Werfen ACL TOP 550. Approximately 300+ coagulation studies performed during this time.
IU Health Pathology Lab ┃ Indianapolis, IN ┃
November 2025 - December 2025
- Total Clinical Hours: 120 hours in the Microbiology department.
- Microbiology (120 hours): Processed specimens for culture, operated MALDI-TOF, Bactec FX and BioFire Filmarray Torch machinery, and performed gram staining and biochemical testing.
Timeline
Grossing Technician
Southern Indiana Pathologist
05.2024 - 01.2025
Lab Technician 1
IU Health
06.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science (B.S) - Animal Sciences, Biosciences
Purdue University
Associates of Science - Agriculture
Ivy Tech Community College
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science
George Washington University