Joan Edge-Suárez
Burgaw,NC
Summary
Results-driven laboratory leader with remarkable planning, problem-solving, and project management abilities. Resourceful and proactive with a focus on improving and streamlining all areas of operations to maximize lab effectiveness. Looking for a growth-oriented position in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in personnel management, financial planning, and regulatory compliance demonstrated across 10+ years of industry leadership, experienced in diverse laboratory techniques, handling samples, and maintaining safety.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
NMRTC Camp Lejeune
Camp Lejeune, NC
06.2013 - Current
- Discovered root causes of problems and identified appropriate solutions.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Facilitated emergency management training for staff and conducted emergency drills.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Mentored and encouraged team of 10 members to strive for excellence while fostering professional growth.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Coordinated laboratory work with outside departments and facilities to keep specimens and results moving forward.
Technical Coordinator
Solstas Lab Partners, Marine Corps Base
Wilmington, NC
11.2011 - 06.2013
- Handled escalated calls for technical support to back up team members.
- Established troubleshooting strategies to help team members deal swiftly with common problems.
- Supervised and guided more than 50 phlebotomists, technicians, and other staff in compliance with accreditation standards.
- Managed records of quality reports and statistical reviews.
- Completed deviation forms and recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team members and department managers to implement procedural remedies.
- Performed regular safety inspections and hazards management strategies to keep operations compliant.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Millennium Laboratories Inc
Raleigh, NC
08.2011 - 11.2011
- Oversaw shipment and reception of laboratory specimens, verifying proper safety precautions and handling methods.
- Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, histology, and bacteriology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
- Maintained 6 analyzers by troubleshooting instrument problems and conducting daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance.
- Analyzed blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
- Led quality control diagnostic testing, documenting variances in results and blood product performance
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Pender Memorial Hospital
Burgaw, NC
10.2010 - 03.2011
- Trained newly hired employees by explaining job responsibilities and overseeing task prioritization.
- Completed daily maintenance paperwork, noting operational issues and analyzer shutdowns for 5 benches.
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Wilmington, NC
11.2009 - 10.2010
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
- Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified and resolved over 30 unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
Effingham Hospital
Springfield, GA
10.2008 - 11.2009
- Conducted quality control checks, calibration, and technical troubleshooting of hematology, and chemistry analyzers
- Handled more than 1000 specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
- Assisted pathology team with skilled analyses by preparing tissue samples.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
Track Vehicle Repairer
US Army
Washington, DC
09.1996 - 05.2001
- Boosted productivity 100% by maintaining vehicles and materials for more than 200 service members.
- Managed over $2 million in accountable assets.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new mechanics.
- Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Implemented process improvements to eliminate errors, reduce processing time and streamline procedures.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
Education
MBA - Healthcare Administration
The George Washington University
Washington, DC05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Armstrong Atlantic State University
Savannah, Georgia12.2008
Skills
- Mission Support
- Clinical Safety
- Regulatory Standards
- Providing Briefings
- Health Information Systems (HIS)
- Multimedia Presentations
- Report Writing Abilities
- Customer Service Standards
- Training Junior Team Members
- Operational Improvements
- Budget Administration
- Personnel Management
Affiliations
- Project Management Institute
- American College of Healthcare Executives
- Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society
- National Society of Leadership and Success
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
NMRTC Camp Lejeune
06.2013 - Current
Technical Coordinator
Solstas Lab Partners, Marine Corps Base
11.2011 - 06.2013
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Millennium Laboratories Inc
08.2011 - 11.2011
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Pender Memorial Hospital
10.2010 - 03.2011
Medical Laboratory Scientist
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
11.2009 - 10.2010
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
Effingham Hospital
10.2008 - 11.2009
Track Vehicle Repairer
US Army
09.1996 - 05.2001
MBA - Healthcare Administration
The George Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Armstrong Atlantic State University