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Dynamic, motivated and ambitious Quality Assurance Professional with an exceptional track record of optimizing quality control initiatives, staff development, and production results in a laboratory environment.  Eager to integrate strong leadership and communication skills toward optimizing the objectives of a progressive organization.  Core competencies include:

 

Training, Development, Performance Measurement

Define Quality Control/Quality Assurance Objectives

Supervisory and Leadership Experience

Chemical Laboratory/Special Chemistry Expertise

Persuasive and Effective Communicatory

Drive Quality Standards in Lab Environment

 

Computer Skills:  IBM computers, Microsoft Office, Johns Hopkins PDS, SOFT, Meditech, Cerner Millennium

 

 

2007 to Present:  Good Samaritan Hospital, Xxxxxx, XXXXXX - Acting Supervisor/ Medical Technologist

   Ensure optimized quality control for antibody panels and work-ups being conducted in a laboratory environment; perform comprehensive audits, act as subject matter expert for testing protocols, and perform hands on Technologist duties as a member of the Transfusion Services Staff.

   Perform ABO/Rh/ Screen/ Select cell panels/phenotyping and compatibility testing of patient specimens.

   Ensure accuracy in all blood distribution and perform ABO/Rh for shipments received from the Red Cross; pooling platelets and pooling cryoprecipitate is performed when necessary.

   Expert level usage of Gamma React Red Cell Affinity Column Technology for detection of IgG antibodies.

   Communicate with Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Operating Room Runners, and Stat Transportation faculty to resolve issues and process requests.

   Maintain oversight for all product inventory, staff training and development, payroll processing, departmental reports, and with questions and corrective actions.

   Drive quality assurance initiatives and enhance performance for severely understaffed department; ensure that all staff is performing at the highest professional levels, and consistently receive accolades from internal and external clients for quality of work despite staffing challenges.

 

2004 to 2008:  American Red Cross, Xxxxxx, XXXXXX - Quality Assurance Specialist

   Reviewed, audited, assessed and processed critical control points in the manufacturing process; monitored and implemented corrective actions to resolve quality issues, and communicated challenges with QA and Operations Managers.

   Applied dynamic quality control principles to maintain a high level of quality assurance for all recipients; contributed expertise in aiding the Quality Assurance Director and Operations Staff in preparing for QRA, FDA, AABB, or other inspections.

   Maintained cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) blood banking, medical devices and CFRs' (Code of Federal Regulations methodologies in the manufacturing of blood and blood products.

 

2001 to 2004:  Dept. Of Mental Health and Hygiene, Catonsville, XXXXXX - Medical Technologist

   Acted as Chemistry Supervisor for the Chemistry and Special Chemistry Departments for the State of Xxxxxx Department of Health and Mental Hygiene at Spring Grove Hospital Center.

   Processed drug abuse, thyroid and pregnancy testing, and therapeutic drug monitoring; also performed general chemistry work including  basic metabolic panels, lipoprotein testing, lithium, and TIBC testing.

   Communicated results with physicians and nurses, maintained oversight for supplies and inventory, and facilitated ongoing training for Chemistry Staff.

   Utilized the Abbott Aeroset, Abbott Axsym, Nova CRT and Criterion II urinalysis instruments, and contributed toward the revision of documentation forms for internal chemistry processes.

   Integral in preparing operations to pass all CAP inspections with no deficiencies in Chemistry or Special Chemistry departments.  

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Additional Related Positions

 

1999 to 2001:  Johns Hopkins Hospital, Xxxxxx, XXXXXX - Medical Technologist/Transfusion Services Staff

1999:  Sinai Hospital of Xxxxxx, Xxxxxx, XXXXXX - Medical Technologist

1998 to 1999:  Sinai Hospital of Xxxxxx Red Cross at Sinai Hospital of Xxxxxx, Xxxxxx, XXXXXX

 

University of Xxxxxx at Xxxxxx, Xxxxxx, XXXXXX - B.S. in Medical Technology; ASCP Certified

Coppin State University - Biology and Chemistry Studies

 

2009:  Certified CAP (College of American Pathology) Inspector CAP website
ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathology) certification received 1998 from CAP
Quality WBT Center for Education ASQ Courses Certificate of completion: Auditing (CQA Fundamentals I: 2004 Ed/arc 06/25/2006 (on-line course )

2005 to 2007:  Online Quality Assurance Certification Courses

   Computerized Systems Validation and Compliance

   Overcoming Negativity in the Workplace

   Introduction to the Quality System Regulation

   Risk Management 1: Concepts and Definitions

   Documenting Validation Activities

   Meeting GMP Training Requirements

   Batch Record Reviews

   Handling a Product Recall

   Change Control

   Handling an FDA Inspection

   Special Investigations

   Interviewing Techniques

   Managing Job Stress

   Managing Conflict

   Principles of Auditing

   Code of Business Conduct

   SMART Goal Setting

   Personal Leadership Power

   Writing and Reviewing Sop s

   Conducting Annual Product Reviews

   Orientation to GMP Compliance

   Principles of Good Documentation

   Introductions to GMPs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Are you seeking a dynamic, motivated and experienced Laboratory Management and Quality Assurance Professional to join your team.  Offering over 13+ years of experience in leading quality assurance initiatives, staff management and leaderships fundamental to optimize productivity and deliver exceptional results. 

 

I am known as the go to professional in challenging times, and on several occasions have stepped into a leadership role in the absence of the Manager.  I am highly versed in maintaining compliance with all internal and external standards, and have been integral in preparing operations for successful audits.   With a Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology and extensive laboratory, management, and quality systems training, I am well prepared to be a contributing member of your team from day one.

 

As a proven leader, I believe it would be beneficial for us to meet.  I will call your office within 10 days to schedule a time to speak with you further regarding the position of <position here> with <organization here>.  If you need to reach me before that time, please contact me a the number above. 

 

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