Kacy Peterson
Brandon,SD
Summary
Accomplished Laboratory Service Line Administrator with a proven track record at Avera Health, enhancing laboratory services across an integrated rural health network. Advocate for the advancement and excellence of the laboratory profession through quality services and patient care. Seeking to utilize knowledge, experience and skills as a volunteer member of CLIAC.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Service Line Administrator
Avera Health
01.2023 - Current
- Lead and support all Avera laboratories throughout the integrated health network.
- Standardize services and ensure the same level of quality laboratory services for every patient, no matter the location.
Director of Laboratory
Avera McKennan Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2022
- Collaborate with hospital leaders and providers to ensure the highest quality laboratory services
- Lead and develop staff
- Plan and execute strategic visions that align with the vision of our health system
- Develop and execute capital and operational budgets
Laboratory Operations Manager
Avera McKennan Hospital
03.2013 - 09.2018
- Evaluate technology and products for purchase
- Ensure regulations are met to the satisfaction of multiple accreditation agencies
- Assist with capital and operational budgeting and monitor for financial stewardship
Laboratory Clinical Supervisor
Avera McKennan Hospital
01.2011 - 03.2013
- Personnel management
- Project lead on multiple quality and growth initiatives
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Avera McKennan Hospital
06.2008 - 01.2011
- Perform laboratory testing in all areas of core laboratory, microbiology, transfusion services and virology.
Education
Doctorate of CLS -
University of Texas Medical Branch
08.2025
MBA - Master of Business Administration - Healthcare
University of Sioux Falls
05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
South Dakota State University
05.2008
Skills
- Project Management
- ISO 15189 Compliance
- LEAN Processes
- CAP Peer Inspector
- Laboratory Operations Consultant
Certification
Diplomate in Laboratory Medicine (ASCP)
MLS (ASCP)
Additional Information
ASCLS - Patient Safety Committee (2018-2019)
ADLM (formerly AACC) - CLS Council (2021-2023)
ADLM - CLS Council Chair (2023-2024)
CLN Board of Editors and Contributing Author (2022-2023)
ADLM - Board of Directors (2023-2024)
ADLM - AMOC Committee (2023-2025)
ASCLS - SD - Nominating Committee (2023-2025)
Timeline
Laboratory Service Line Administrator
Avera Health
01.2023 - Current
Director of Laboratory
Avera McKennan Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2022
Laboratory Operations Manager
Avera McKennan Hospital
03.2013 - 09.2018
Laboratory Clinical Supervisor
Avera McKennan Hospital
01.2011 - 03.2013
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Avera McKennan Hospital
06.2008 - 01.2011
Doctorate of CLS -
University of Texas Medical Branch
MBA - Master of Business Administration - Healthcare
University of Sioux Falls
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
South Dakota State University
Diplomate in Laboratory Medicine (ASCP)
MLS (ASCP)
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