Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Affiliations
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Brandon Williams

Summary

Dynamic IT professional with extensive experience at Optum, excelling in training and mentoring teams while driving compliance and data accuracy. Proven track record in managing complex laboratory IT projects and enhancing system performance. Adept at problem-solving and fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve operational excellence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supervisor-Systems Managment

Optum
04.2024 - 03.2025
  • Multiple LIS platforms supported → Managed and executed IT clinical and technology requirements for EPIC, Beaker, Middleware (Instrument Manager), Intellipath, and NextGen
  • Laboratory IT initiatives completed on schedule → Oversaw and implemented critical laboratory IT projects
  • Cross-functional alignment achieved → Served as liaison among physicians, leadership, and third-party vendors
  • Team performance improved → Supervised, mentored, and trained LIS support staff
  • Advanced technical proficiency demonstrated → Possessed excellent knowledge across various LIS platforms
  • System uptime ensured → Delivered systems support for managing laboratory data and operations
  • Data accuracy enhanced → Supplied LIS data for analysis to Lab leadership and medical directors
  • Project quality ensured → Applied software-specific expertise for design, implementation, and documentation
  • Integration efficiency increased → Coordinated implementation, designed system integrations, and performed development tasks
  • Data security upheld → Ensured security requirements and safety guidelines for all critical data processed, stored, or transmitted
  • User adoption accelerated → Delivered training and knowledge transfer sessions to end users
  • System disruptions minimized → Ensured planned, controlled, and timely introduction of new or modified laboratory systems
  • System performance enhanced → Identified and recommended improvements to existing systems
  • Expertise recognized → Acted as subject-matter expert for all laboratory IT-related activities

IT Lab Administrator

Optum
04.2019 - 04.2024

· Maintain and support existing computer applications by monitoring performance, performing preventive maintenance, and resolving/documenting software issues.

· Participate in compliance programs to ensure data accuracy between EHR and LIS systems.

· Implement new computer applications that integrate with LIS, developing detailed work plans covering infrastructure, applications, interfaces, and coordination with Laboratory/IT staff.

· Lead technical application projects for simple to complex software implementations.

· Fulfill user requests for information access while ensuring HIPAA compliance for data integrity, authorization, and confidentiality.

· Assist department director with fiscal management, including annual LIS/Middleware budget preparation and proposals for upgrades or enhancements.

· Collaborate with vendors on project implementation to ensure timely, successful completion.

· Execute additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Lab director.

· Create, track, and respond to lab IT work requests efficiently.

· Provide operational support across data analytics, systems engineering, and business intelligence tools.

· Maintain comprehensive knowledge of documented IT processes and procedures.

· Deliver data analytics to drive workflow improvements, boosting efficiency and accuracy.

Desktop Support Specialist

Optum
08.2015 - 04.2019

· Provide Tier 2 technical support to end users.

· Troubleshoot and resolve service issues related to web, email, and other applications.

· Install, diagnose, and repair PC hardware, software, and peripherals.

· Receive, investigate, resolve, and track trouble tickets promptly.

· Install, repair, and configure new and refurbished desktop computers according to site specifications.

· Lead multiple projects and acquisitions as project lead.

· Collaborate with Tier 3 support to develop proactive solutions for clients.

Geek Squad Field Agent

Best Buy
10.2013 - 08.2015

Best Buy Mobile Manager

Best Buy
06.2011 - 06.2013

Geek Squad Manager

Best Buy
09.2009 - 10.2011

Geek Squad Supervisor

Best Buy
08.2007 - 10.2009

Education

High School Diploma -

Dover Union Free School
Dover Plains, NY

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Staff management
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Attention to detail
  • Goal setting
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Continuous improvement
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Accomplishments

  • Developed KPI metrics for Lab reporting.
  • Collaborated with vendors and IT in the integration of a 3rd lab into existing LIS.
  • Collaborated with team in the transition from existing LIS to Epic Beaker.
  • Developed and Maintained SOP documentation for LIS.
  • Made recommendations on business intelligence tools to Increase Productivity by 25%
  • Nominated for Hero award from Optum.
  • Developed and implemented 35 New Lab Test offerings over 2 years.

Certification

Certified Instrument Manager Fundamentals, Data Innovations - 2019

Timeline

Supervisor-Systems Managment

Optum
04.2024 - 03.2025

IT Lab Administrator

Optum
04.2019 - 04.2024

Desktop Support Specialist

Optum
08.2015 - 04.2019

Geek Squad Field Agent

Best Buy
10.2013 - 08.2015

Best Buy Mobile Manager

Best Buy
06.2011 - 06.2013

Geek Squad Manager

Best Buy
09.2009 - 10.2011

Geek Squad Supervisor

Best Buy
08.2007 - 10.2009

High School Diploma -

Dover Union Free School

Affiliations

  • Knights Of Columbus

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Software

Instrument Manager

Epic Beaker

Nextgen

Intellipath

Cepheid

Brandon Williams