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Kelley Cox

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in laboratory management at UAB Hospital Labs, demonstrating exceptional team leadership and time management skills. Excelled in enhancing employee performance and operational efficiency, with a proven track record in decision-making and customer service. Skilled in maintaining high-quality standards for a number of areas in the lab and being a part of Quality inspections. A current member of the Lab Quality Council.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laboratory Medicine Manager

UAB Hospital Labs
03.2020 - Current
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Core Laboratory Supervisor

UAB Hospital Labs
11.2014 - 03.2020
  • Oversaw all core lab night shift staff. Chemistry and Hematology.
  • Prepared employee schedules according to individual needs and skills, as well as coverage requirements.
  • Worked closely with quality assurance teams to address and resolve any discrepancies or concerns related to laboratory processes, data, or results.
  • Provided technical guidance and training to laboratory staff.

Medical Technologist

St. Vincent's Blount
03.1997 - 11.2014
  • Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
  • Ensured timely reporting of critical results to healthcare providers, allowing for swift interventions in life-threatening situations.
  • Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
  • Enforced quality control protocols to maintain accuracy of test results.
  • Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.

Education

Master of Science - Healthcare Quality And Safety

UAB
Birmingham, AL
05-2023

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
03-1997

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making

Certification

American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) #203143

Timeline

Laboratory Medicine Manager

UAB Hospital Labs
03.2020 - Current

Core Laboratory Supervisor

UAB Hospital Labs
11.2014 - 03.2020

Medical Technologist

St. Vincent's Blount
03.1997 - 11.2014

Master of Science - Healthcare Quality And Safety

UAB

Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology

Auburn University
Kelley Cox