Heather Leighton

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About Heather Leighton

Licensed and certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) with a heavy focus in Microbiology. Proficient in specimen processing, gram stains, patient clinical cultures, environmental cultures, mycology, parasitology, bacterial sensitivities, acid fast bacteria workup, and real time PCR. Manages CAP and proficiency for entire Microbiology section in the laboratory including auditing procedures, delegating tests, and submitting reports to keep laboratory certification. Strong organizational skills in assignment of tasks and recall of past results. Background in training personnel with new implementation of LIS systems and equipment along with auditing and testing computer issues.