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Bandar Idris

Houston,TX

Summary

Trained Clinical Laboratory Scientist and a Clinical Administrator offering a strong combination of hands-on practice and academic background. Skilled in operation of a wide range of medical laboratory equipment while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy, quality, efficiency,and safety. Committed to working collaboratively with cross-functional teams in the continuous provision of services and care excellence to diverse clients and patients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Administration

Brazos Neuroscience
Houston, TX
01.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with clinical team members regarding administration and filing for patient referrals and service authorization.
  • Provided patient outreach and education services related to health system resource availability.
  • Supervised data entry and document sharing for EMR system management.
  • Monitored patient documentation and interaction logs to meet government regulatory compliance.
  • Researched health center standards and guidelines to identify best practices and improvement opportunities.
  • Improved clerical infrastructure by implementing medical content management system.
  • Gathered audit data to compile into reports, which were disseminated to the correct personnel and clients.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise strategies to improve processes and risk controls as well as implement new systems and best practice guidelines.

Grant Administrative Fellow

Houston Methodist Research Institute
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Implemented new technologies and software applications that improve workflow efficiency within the organization.
  • Monitored progress of assigned projects and reported any discrepancies or delays to management.
  • Coordinated communication between departmental personnel to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Maintained records of financial transactions related to payroll, accounts payable and receivable, purchasing.
  • Conducted research on industry trends and best practices to inform policy decisions.
  • Managed daily office operations including equipment maintenance, supply inventory control, mail distribution services.
  • Developed a comprehensive filing system for tracking and organizing documents related to internal operations.
  • Participated in strategic planning sessions with executive board members concerning long-term organizational goals.
  • Provided support to senior management during executive decision-making processes.
  • Streamlined existing processes related to document processing or customer service inquiries.
  • Assisted with the development of administrative policies and procedures for staff members.
  • Monitored outcome measures, program outcomes and performance improvement.
  • Implemented filing systems to improve document organization and retrieval.
  • Coordinated with IT department to resolve technical issues and maintain computer systems.

Molecular Technologist

Brazos Neuroscience
Houston, TX
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Performed routine and complex laboratory tests using variety of techniques, instrumentation and equipment to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment.
  • Followed strict quality control procedures to deliver accurate test results.
  • Documented medical test data and results in patient medical records.
  • Communicated with physicians to discuss lab test findings, procedures and other relevant information.
  • Planned and carried out regular maintenance on equipment by following procedures and manufacturers' guidelines.
  • Supported quality control processes by monitoring activities and reporting.
  • Assessed equipment regularly by conducting instrument function inspections and calibrations.
  • Conducted audits on internal controls and developed reports on findings.
  • Managed completion of planned audits, reviewed records and procedures for accuracy to accomplish objectives and appraised policies and plans under audit review.
  • Maintained compliance frameworks, policies and documentation to support audits.
  • Maintained and revised policy procedures for general operation of compliance program.
  • Developed and implemented strategies necessary for minimizing risk of non-compliance.
  • Stayed abreast of applicable laws and state or federal regulation to report violations.
  • Planned and executed compliance audits to check company policies, procedures and controls.
  • Organized training programs to educate company staff on benefits and consequences of complying or defying regulations.
  • Adhered to deadlines in optimizing regulatory and operational performance.
  • Monitored compliance risk controls to identify deviations and offer recommendations.
  • Established working relationships with regulatory agencies.
  • Established internal controls and processes to support compliance through project management and engagement of key stakeholders.
  • Utilized risk management techniques and business knowledge to improve compliance programs.
  • Analyzed data from multiple sources to systematically document work and results.

Medical Technologist

St. Joseph Medical Center
Houston, TX
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Identified specific markers of disease and documented findings in detailed reports for clinician use.
  • Recorded control values from technical instruments to maintain reliability and validity of test results.
  • Followed strict aseptic techniques to protect patients when collecting blood and tissue samples.
  • Conferred with pathology to help narrow down diagnoses based on located abnormalities.
  • Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
  • Managed departmental inventory and supply ordering.
  • Engaged students in lectures by encouraging the sharing of opinions and group interactions.
  • Tutored students requiring additional assistance to improve overall comprehension of difficult concepts.
  • Assessed equipment regularly by conducting instrument function inspections and calibrations.
  • Evaluated body fluids and tissue samples to document findings such as normal or abnormal results.
  • Communicated with physicians to discuss lab test findings, procedures and other relevant information.

Medical Technologist

Harris Health
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 06.2016
  • Applied knowledge of microbiology, chemistry,and hematology daily.
  • Participated in a unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results.
  • Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
  • Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
  • Performed various tests on patients to assess needs and medication effectiveness.

Education

Masters in Healthcare Administration/MBA - Masters in Healthcare Administration/MBA

University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Equipment testing and calibration
  • Business growth and retention
  • Consultancy and advisory
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Mentoring and training
  • Business development
  • Root cause analysis
  • Safety protocol
  • Customer service orientation
  • Customer relations

Affiliations

  • Honor roll for 2014
  • Honor roll for 2015
  • Honor roll and dean's list for 2016
  • Honor Roll in 2018
  • Honor Roll in 2019
  • Presented research in Title of LOST IN TRANSLATION - HOW MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY COMMONLY USED FOR ONCOLOGY CAN CREATE MORE FEAR THAN CONFIDENCE AMONG PATIENTS in BHAA Conference in Chicago in 03/2019 and get awarded by been best paper in Healthcare Professional Track

Timeline

Clinical Administration

Brazos Neuroscience
01.2022 - Current

Grant Administrative Fellow

Houston Methodist Research Institute
01.2021 - 12.2021

Molecular Technologist

Brazos Neuroscience
01.2020 - 12.2021

Medical Technologist

St. Joseph Medical Center
06.2016 - 12.2016

Medical Technologist

Harris Health
08.2015 - 06.2016

Masters in Healthcare Administration/MBA - Masters in Healthcare Administration/MBA

University of Houston - Clear Lake

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science

Texas Southern University

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