Kimberly Elam
New Kent,VA
Summary
Accomplished Laboratory Professional with extensive experience at HCA Healthcare. Expertise in operating and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance through effective preventive maintenance. Demonstrated achievement in enhancing laboratory efficiency and accuracy, contributing to high-quality patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiology Technician
Capital Division Central Laboratory HCA Reference
07.2024 - Current
- Identify MRSA through blood culture tests, along with other infectious disease-causing organisms.
- Communicate discoveries of bacteria to healthcare professionals in clean zones.
Travel Clinical Laboratory Scientist
AMN Healthcare
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Thrived in various laboratory settings, showcasing stability under pressure during travel assignments.
- Evaluated results, considering patient age and diagnosis.
Microbiology Technician
HCA Healthcare
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Helped organize laboratory operations for a new reference laboratory opening.
- Tracked environmental microorganism development for correlations.
- Created testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Assisted in training laboratory employees in laboratory testing methodology and microscopic identification.
Medical Laboratory Technician
LabCorp
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Oversee daily operations to ensure secure opening and closing procedures.
- Engaged with patients to ensure accurate data collection in a fast-paced setting.
- Input medical and insurance information into a database for inclusion in patient records.
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
AMN Healthcare
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans in under-resourced labs.
- Managed emergency responses efficiently, ensuring high-quality care and allied support.
Lead Medical Laboratory Technician
HCA Healthcare
03.2014 - 09.2021
- Managed the laboratory facility's instrument documentation setup and calibration for new instruments for the launch of the new facility.
- Applied chemistry expertise to refine training procedures, resulting in reduced onboarding timeframes.
- Oversaw client interactions, monitored orders, and ensured adherence to quality standards.
- Improved service experience by coordinating with teams for timely results, and maintaining accurate records.
- Monitored employee competencies for ongoing education.
- Managed supply orders based on client demand, ensuring minimal service disruption.
Blood Bank Technician
Sentara
09.2013 - 06.2014
- Simultaneously worked Hematology and Blood bank independently on theovernight shift
- Evaluated specimen acceptability.
- Prepared and administered blood products and prescription solutions through bypass circuitry.
- Processed requests from healthcare facilities for specific types of blood products or components.
Medial Laboratory Technician Safety Officer
Bon Secours
09.2007 - 06.2013
- Educated staff members on the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Supervised safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools, and equipment.
- Calibrated and performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Cincinnati
01-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Skills
- Molecular testing
- Blood and fluid analysis Testing
- Quality Control
- Time Management
- Team Leadership
- Client Communication
- Problem-Solving
- PCR analysis
- Equipment monitoring
- Logistics
- Equipment calibration
- Attention to detail
- Process improvement
Timeline
Microbiology Technician
Capital Division Central Laboratory HCA Reference
07.2024 - Current
Travel Clinical Laboratory Scientist
AMN Healthcare
11.2023 - 06.2024
Microbiology Technician
HCA Healthcare
07.2023 - 11.2023
Medical Laboratory Technician
LabCorp
02.2023 - 07.2023
Travel Medical Laboratory Technician
AMN Healthcare
09.2021 - 12.2022
Lead Medical Laboratory Technician
HCA Healthcare
03.2014 - 09.2021
Blood Bank Technician
Sentara
09.2013 - 06.2014
Medial Laboratory Technician Safety Officer
Bon Secours
09.2007 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science -
University of Cincinnati
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
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