Danny Do
Summary
Medical Laboratory Scientist with 6+ years of experience, including leadership as a Lead MLS, overseeing high-complexity testing in blood bank, microbiology, and molecular diagnostics. Proven ability to ensure regulatory compliance and maintain inspection readiness. Skilled in building and mentoring high-performing teams, optimizing workflows, and fostering a collaborative laboratory environment, and promoting a positive work culture.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist – Blood Bank, Micro, Molecular
UCHealth – Highlands Ranch Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Establish and improve procedures for testing protocols.
- Empower staff by delegating tasks and seeking input to improve processes.
- Train and coach team member performances.
- Review maintenance, QC, and IQCPs.
- Handle and resolve issues presented to the lab.
- Create validation plans and execute testing for new lab instrumentation, equipment, or testing methodologies.
- Review CAP checklists to assess lab compliance and readiness.
- Perform QC testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and other routine medical laboratory scientist responsibilities.
Medical Laboratory Scientist Molecular Specialist
University of Colorado Health
11.2020 - 10.2023
- Preparation and operation of high-throughput real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) instrumentation
- Responsible for reviewing PCR amplification plots and melting curves to ensure valid results
- Viral DNA extraction and isolation for quantitative and qualitative PCR analysis
- Maintenance of instrumentation as well as troubleshooting technical and software issues
- Data entry and analysis for various PCR standard protocols
Medical Laboratory Technologist Generalist
Swedish Medical Center
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Perform diagnostic/analytical testing of specimens via lab instrumentation, test kits, and manual testing procedures according to department policies
- Departments include hematology, chemistry, coagulation, microbiology, blood bank, and urinalysis
- Document and perform quality control, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting as needed
- Work in an efficient manner to ensure valid and timely patient results and meeting STAT turnaround time
Medical Laboratory Technologist Microbiology Specialist
Spectrum Health Regional Lab
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Prepare specimens for testing by plating, aliquoting, processing, and troubleshooting as needed
- Proficiently make, read, and result Gram stains
- Communicate critical results to nurses and physicians
- Process positive blood cultures by setting up plates, Gram stains, and PCR testing on Biofire Torch Film Array
- PCR and EIA set up and interpretation on stool and respiratory specimens
Education
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences, Minor in Biology
Grand Valley State University
Michigan04-2016
Master of Science - Data Science
Eastern University
Pennsylvania04-2023
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Grand Valley State University
Michigan05-2019
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Regulatory compliance
- Supply management
- Quality control
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist – Blood Bank, Micro, Molecular
UCHealth – Highlands Ranch Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Medical Laboratory Scientist Molecular Specialist
University of Colorado Health
11.2020 - 10.2023
Medical Laboratory Technologist Generalist
Swedish Medical Center
01.2020 - 11.2020
Medical Laboratory Technologist Microbiology Specialist
Spectrum Health Regional Lab
03.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health Sciences, Minor in Biology
Grand Valley State University
Master of Science - Data Science
Eastern University
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Grand Valley State University