Jung Min Hong
La Cañada Flintridge,CA
Summary
Aspiring healthcare professional combining clinical, lab, and EMT experience, seeking to deliver compassionate care while continuously expanding my skills in emergency response, patient care, and molecular biology
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House
Pasadena, California
08.2025 - Current
- Organized and supported household tasks to create a welcoming and comforting atmosphere for families.
- Cleaned and sanitized common areas, promoting safety for immunocompromised children.
- Restocked pantry and vending machines with fresh, unexpired food to ensure availability for families.
Volunteer
La General Medical Center
Los Angeles, California
08.2025 - Current
- Observed physician–patient communication and interdisciplinary teamwork in high-acuity public hospital to enhance understanding of care dynamics
- Restock clinical supply carts and assist with inventory management while becoming familiar with common medical supplies and hospital stocking terminology
- Interacted with patients and families in busy county hospital, fostering rapport in diverse patient population
- Assisted with patient transport and wayfinding, providing general support to enhance hospital accessibility
Laboratory Technologist/ Manager
Illuminate Diagnostics + Altera Bio Laboratory
Santa Ana, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Led the setup of COVID-19 molecular testing workflow, including equipment configuration, SOP development, reagent planning, and staff scheduling.
- Prepared DNA for RT-PCR testing and serum samples for immunoassays on the Abbott Architect system to detect sexually transmitted infections.
- Processed a variety of clinical samples (human blood, urine, throat and rectal swabs) including sorting, aliquoting, and nucleic acid extraction for molecular diagnostics.
- Maintained and calibrated lab equipment, coordinating with external calibration companies and independently calibrating PCR instruments to ensure precise testing results.
- Assisted in preparation for CLIA inspections by drafting standard operating procedures (SOPs), ordering and reviewing proficiency tests, and ensuring instrument documentation and quality control compliance.
- Optimized staff schedules and streamlined communication to resolve misunderstandings and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Managed reagent inventory by forecasting usage and placing timely orders to prevent supply shortages, ensuring continuous lab operations.
Responsible Managing Officer
YJ Development
Los Angeles, CA
11.2016 - Current
- Acquired CLSB General Contractor License to enhance project management capabilities.
- Collaborated on-site with multiple sub-contractors to ensure project alignment.
- Participated in remodeling 2017 Polynesian Residences, Waikīkī Beach, contributing to design execution.
- Created estimates and invoices for contract management.
Laboratory Technologist/ Manager
Sierra Bio Laboratory
Irvine, CA
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Prepared and validated new laboratory instruments. Responsible for performing calibrations and preventative maintenance for different types of PCR instruments, RNA extraction instruments, and sample transfer instruments.
- Developed laboratory test procedures and programmed PCR instruments, ensuring lab readiness for inspection.
- Analyzed COVID-19 RT-PCR test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications.
- Led team of 5 laboratory technicians, training them on specific lab protocols to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Organized database and managed quality control paperwork, contributing to improved data entry efficiency and maintaining lab competency.
- Achieved ASCP Board of Certification as a technologist in molecular biology.
Personal Tutor
UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Assisted students in Korean, general chemistry, general biology, calculus, and introductory physics to improve understanding and academic performance.
- Identified student weaknesses to tailor learning tools for effective support.
- Reviewed and enhanced class materials, employing creative methods to reinforce program content.
Education
B.A. - Integrative Biology, Emphasis on Human Biology
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA05.2020
Skills
- PCR testing
- Pipette proficiency
- Instrument calibration
- Laboratory management
- Data analysis
- Excel proficiency
- Basic life support (BLS) proficiency
- Emergency patient assessment
- Leadership/staff management
- Effective communication with patients and medical teams
Certification
ASCP Technologist in Molecular Biology (MB)
Languages
Korean
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited
Timeline
Volunteer
Ronald McDonald House
08.2025 - Current
Volunteer
La General Medical Center
08.2025 - Current
Laboratory Technologist/ Manager
Illuminate Diagnostics + Altera Bio Laboratory
06.2025 - Current
Laboratory Technologist/ Manager
Sierra Bio Laboratory
01.2021 - 07.2023
Personal Tutor
UC Berkeley
08.2017 - 03.2020
Responsible Managing Officer
YJ Development
11.2016 - Current
B.A. - Integrative Biology, Emphasis on Human Biology
University of California, Berkeley