Jayla Smith
Richmond
Summary
Motivated Medical Laboratory Science student with practical experience gained through academic coursework and clinical rotations in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, Immunohemetology ,and immunology. Proficient in specimen handling, microscopy techniques, and laboratory safety practices. Eager to contribute strong work ethic, accuracy, and teamwork skills in a clinical laboratory setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Member
Target
Fairlakes, VA
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Set, filled, and priced the floor over 200 merchandise items weekly
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and locating items throughout the store.
- Kept the sales floor replenished and organized execute backroom fills, including guest request efficiently and timely,
Internship Student
A Atlantic Services
Sterling, VA
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Sorted and organized files and contracts.
- Answered 10+ incoming telephone calls daily and provided information to customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
Chantilly, VA05-2022
Skills
- Specimen collection, receipt, and processing with strict adherence to patient identification and labeling protocols
- Specimen integrity assessment, including evaluation of suitability and acceptability for testing
- Knowledge and application of standard and transmission-based precautions, including proper PPE use
- Biohazard and chemical safety, including compliant handling, labeling, and disposal procedures
- Laboratory result analysis and interpretation across multiple disciplines, with correlation to reference ranges, patient demographics, and clinical context
Clinical Experience
VCU Health
Hematology & Urinalysis: August 2025- September 2025
- Performed complete blood count analysis, manual differentials, and peripheral blood smear evaluation.
- Conducted urinalysis testing, including chemical and microscopic examination.
- Identified abnormal blood cell morphology and urine sediment findings.
- Followed quality control(QC) procedures, and laboratory safety standards.
Microbiology: September 2025
- Performed Gram stains and microscopic examination for organism classification.
- Assisted with basic organism identification and media quality control.
- Maintained compliance with biosafety and infection control protocols.
Transfusion Medicine: October 2025
- Preformed blood typing, antibody screening, and compatibility testing.
- Observed antibody identification and crossmatch procedures.
- Followed strict patient identification, documentation, and blood product handling procedures.
- Adhered to blood bank safety standards.
Clinical Chemistry: November 2025
- Assisted with automated chemistry testing and specimen processing.
- Performed quality control and reviewed QC results prior to testing.
- Assisted with analyzer maintenance and calibration.
- Recognized abnormal and critical results per laboratory protocol
Languages
English
Full Professional
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Team Member
Target
04.2022 - 08.2022
Internship Student
A Atlantic Services
05.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School