COVID Testing Support Resume Example Duke University Health System

COVID TESTING SUPPORT

Professional Summary

Reliable Medical Laboratory Scientist seeking a position in a managerial role to continue developing laboratory supervisory skills and coordination for laboratory services. Bringing five years of clinical laboratory excellence within a trauma-level one hospital contributing to its growth, development, and impact.

Skills

Performance Optimization
System Provisioning
Software Debugging
Laboratory Equipment Testing
Loss prevention management
Training and mentoring

Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
Lean Process Improvements
Inventory and supply management
Research and Analysis
Regulatory Compliance

Work History

COVID Testing Support, 12/2020 to Current
Duke University Health System – Durham, NC

Perform real-time PCR and DNA amplification testing for viral detection of SARS-CoV-2 using Alinity-M molecular diagnostic analyzer and DiaSorin Analyzer under FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA)
Saved microbiology department cost of single FTE for short-term testing support
Worked as member of integrated project team in highly collaborative work environment focused on enhancing turnaround time for test completion and complex workflow
Maintain specimen security in order that efficient and accurate and processing of laboratorydata may occur; assures 100%accuracy when identifying patients with their specimens and handles send-out specimens by properly preserving, separating, storing without error
Reviewed and performed quality control testing, trouble shoot instruments, maintained documentation and took corrective action for failed tests.

Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist , 02/2016 to Current
Duke University Health System – Durham, NC

Direct tasks and streamline operational support and logistics in the Transfusion Services Laboratory while problem-solving and maintaining open lines of verbal communication with personnel
Demonstrate ongoing quality assurance and compliance using healthcare protocols and regulations; CLIA, ABB, JCAHO, TJC, OSHA, and HIPAA
Train and supervise 10 FTE's and direct reports on laboratory functions and assist with staffing efforts and mentoring program
Assist with BIORAD instrument installation, identified waste, and implemented LEAN principles reducing Turn Around Time (TAT) of type and screen tests by >20%.
Implement governance of new regulatory guidelines for blood issuing reducing FDA deviations by 30%
Responsible for recommending and documenting disciplinary actions, tardiness, and staff attendance
Perform, analyze, and investigate complex laboratory results using risk mitigation techniques, risk analysis, key performance indicators, and quality improvement practices
Prepare and monitor updates for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies in clinical laboratory

Project Lead, 06/2019 to 12/2019
Duke University Health System – Durham, NC

Designed and executed IRB approved process improvement project for Pediatric ECMO initiation and blood product dispensary study to improve process effectiveness
Performed analysis of 100 patients and identified recommendations on how to decrease turnaround time, increase process efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for emergency ECMO deployment for neonates and pediatric patients.
Gave strategic direction on implementing system enhancements for a blood order set by maneuvering through ICD coding in EPIC and Maestro Care matrix
Utilize RedCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) to transcribe 40 surveys and promote data integrity
Developed and trained junior team members by leveraging industry experience to achieve optimal project strategy
Coordinated meetings with Medical Director and ECMO supervisor bi-weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates; Communicate in a professional and courteous manner to members of the health care team

Immunohematology Intern, 11/2015 to 12/2015
The Institute For Transfusion Medicine – Pittsburgh, PA

Issued red blood cell unit and components upon request by performing an accurate clerical check of patient and donor information according to SOP, quality control procedures, and federal regulations
Identified suitable blood products for transfusion, plasma exchanges, sickle cell exchange according to standard operating procedure by resolving complex antibody workups
Perform basic technical and preventative maintenance activities for laboratory instruments. Reconcile blood samples to ensure test completion resulted in electronic health record (EHR)

Education

Master of Science: Health Administration, 12/2019
Pfeiffer University - Misenheimer, NC

Member of Upsilon Phi Delta Honor Soiety

Bachelor of Science: Medical Technology, 12/2015
Norfolk State University - Norfolk, VA

Certificate in Health Service Management (2013)

Affiliations

National Association of Healthcare Executives Education Committee, Co-Chair
Boys and Girls Club of Durham and Orange Counties, Volunteer
Toastmasters International, Toastmaster
American College of Healthcare Executives
Believers United for Change, Grant Writer

Certifications

Medical Laboratory Scientist - 2016

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Duke University Health System
The Institute For Transfusion Medicine

School Attended

Pfeiffer University
Norfolk State University

Job Titles Held:

COVID Testing Support
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist
Project Lead
Immunohematology Intern

Degrees

Master of Science : Health Administration , 12/2019
Bachelor of Science : Medical Technology , 12/2015

COVID Testing Support Resume Example

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