Aaron Keith Owens
Odenville
Summary
Certified histocompatibility specialist with a strong focus on implementing innovative transplant diagnostic strategies. Utilizes cutting-edge technologies, data analysis, and process improvement to enhance patient outcomes. Adept at effectively communicating complex information and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Has a proven track record in project management, administration, and creative problem-solving.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Lead Histocompatibility Specialist
UAB Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Manage and oversee quality control and quality assurance within the HLA laboratory
- Manage inventory and supplies within the HLA laboratory
- Continuously problem-solving issues within the laboratory that include equipment malfunctions, software and lab processes
- Constantly training, advising and promoting the field of HLA to new technologists
- Implementing new technology and equipment within the laboratory to enhance patient care
Certified Histocompatibility Technologist
UAB Hospital
09.2017 - 04.2024
- Competent in multiple assays including the single antigen bead assay, rSSO typings and flow cytometric crossmatching
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of HLA antigens and HLA antibodies
- Experienced using One Lambda/Werfen products and HLA fusion/MatchIT software
- Resolved complex test results within multiple assays while communicating the results to leadership
- Outstanding communication skills between co-workers, laboratory leadership and surgeons while at work
- Constantly trying to enhance my knowledge of HLA through continuing education courses
Laboratory Manager
American Family Care
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Managed laboratories for the Pell City, Oxford and Gadsden clinics
- Assisted and communicated daily with the regional manager and laboratory director
- Provided leadership and training to new employees at different clinic locations
- Oversaw quality control and laboratory proficiency testing at multiple clinic locations
Medical Assistant/Laboratory Technician
American Family Care
01.2013 - 02.2017
- Maintained accurate records for excellent patient care
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse rate and oxygen saturation
- Proficient in venipuncture and capillary draws
- Tested patients using point of care laboratory testing kits
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment
- Performed procedures and used equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including blood draws, spirometry testing and EKGs
Internship for Clinical Laboratory Science
Baptist Medical Center South
07.2012 - 12.2012
- Worked in the laboratory of a trauma hospital as a student/intern in clinical laboratory science
- Gained vast knowledge of phlebotomy and laboratory skills
- Problem solved laboratory equipment and malfunctions along with analyzing laboratory test results
Education
Bachelor of Science - Laboratory Technology
Auburn University
Auburn, AL01.2012
High School Diploma - Summa Cum Laude
Lincoln High School
Lincoln, AL01.2008
Skills
- Operational enhancement
- Business reporting
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Maintenance and repair
- Coaching and mentoring
- Failure management
- Continuous improvement
- Risk management
- Team collaboration
- Technical communication
Certification
- Certified Histocompatibility Specialist, American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI), CHS#1224, 12/31/26
- Certified Histocompatibility Technologist, American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI), CHT#2058, 12/31/25
Skills Applications
- Flow Cytometry
- One Lambda/Werfen products
- Solid Phase Antibody Testing
- RT-PCR
- RSSO typings
- Histotrac/HLA Fusion software
- DNA Extractions and PCR
- Luminex/Canto analyzers
Timeline
Certified Lead Histocompatibility Specialist
UAB Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Certified Histocompatibility Technologist
UAB Hospital
09.2017 - 04.2024
Laboratory Manager
American Family Care
02.2017 - 09.2017
Medical Assistant/Laboratory Technician
American Family Care
01.2013 - 02.2017
Internship for Clinical Laboratory Science
Baptist Medical Center South
07.2012 - 12.2012
High School Diploma - Summa Cum Laude
Lincoln High School
- Certified Histocompatibility Specialist, American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI), CHS#1224, 12/31/26
- Certified Histocompatibility Technologist, American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI), CHT#2058, 12/31/25
Bachelor of Science - Laboratory Technology
Auburn University
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