Results-driven Informatics Analyst with expertise in optimizing workflows and leading system implementations. Proven ability to enhance user experience and improve patient care services through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Informatics Analyst II
Aspen Valley Hospital
Aspen, CO
07.2024 - Current
Analyzed application workflows to optimize user experience for clinical staff.
Facilitated Epic system upgrades and maintenance to enhance hospital operations.
Trained end-users on Epic functionalities to enhance system usage and efficiency.
Participated in the implementation of new modules to improve patient care services.
Created test plans and conducted unit, system, integration, and user acceptance testing to ensure functionality and quality of new features.
Collaborated with technical teams to ensure the successful implementation of projects within established timelines.
Executed troubleshooting to swiftly resolve application-related issues, minimizing downtime.
Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management.
Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
Aspen Valley Hospital
Aspen, CO
03.2023 - 07.2024
Oversaw the development, testing, and ongoing optimization of our test menu to include both in-house and reference lab
tests.
Supervised the implementation and validation of two Ortho Vitros 7600 XT Chemistry analyzers.
Implemented systems to optimize reagent utilization to meet testing demands and minimize waste, reducing the overall
supply budget by 6%.
Conduct ongoing assessments to identify areas of improvement with the Laboratory Medical Director and CMO to ensure optimal service for our patients
Developed and implemented comprehensive policies and procedures across all laboratory areas.
Director of Laboratory Operations
Aspen Valley Hospital
Aspen, CO
02.2022 - 03.2023
Coordinated with the IT team to build and validate Epic Beaker and Data Innovations middleware.
Managed a five-million-dollar budget to maximize FTE, capital purchases, supply expenses, and vendor contracts.
Developed and implemented a QM program that met all accreditation quality requirements and ensured the highest quality
test results.
Recruited, hired, and trained all new employees.
Guided the root cause analysis process to identify, track, and resolve adverse events encompassing the department,
implementation, and monitoring of corrective action plans.
Implemented systems to ensure successful completion and an acceptable pass rate on all CAP Proficiency Testing
Surveys.
Implemented a new Quality Management Program to ensure the lab tracks all necessary KPIs while meeting CAP
standards
Blood Bank Supervisor
Aspen Valley Hospital
Aspen, CO
01.2021 - 02.2022
Provided guidance to co-workers by demonstrating expertise in all areas of the Blood Bank.
Collaborated with clinicians and pathologists on complex patient cases to determine testing and treatment options.
Develop and perform validations/verification, quality control, maintenance, and competencies for instruments and
methodologies.
Instrumental in the building and implementation of a new Blood Bank LIS.
Developed new policies and revised existing procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
Coordinated communication with regulatory agencies such as CAP, FDA, and TJC to maintain accreditation standards.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science
The Colorado Center For Medical Laboratory Science
Denver, CO
06-2015
Bachelor of Science - Pathogenic Microbiology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
05-2014
Post-Graduate Certificate - Project Management
University of Denver
Denver, CO
03-2026
Skills
Epic system administration
Data analysis
Workflow optimization
User training
Test plan development
Quality management
Project coordination
System troubleshooting
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Certification
Epic Beaker Clinical Pathology
Timeline
Informatics Analyst II
Aspen Valley Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
Aspen Valley Hospital
03.2023 - 07.2024
Director of Laboratory Operations
Aspen Valley Hospital
02.2022 - 03.2023
Blood Bank Supervisor
Aspen Valley Hospital
01.2021 - 02.2022
Post-Graduate Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science
The Colorado Center For Medical Laboratory Science