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Kimberly Hoffman

Mobile,Alabama

Summary

Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician well-versed in performing tests in multiple departments. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring two years of related experience to challenging new role.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Laboratory Technician

LabCorp
04.2023 - Current
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
  • Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Followed method or standard instructions and adhered to internal SOPs to eliminate repeat testing, deviations and investigations.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions, calibrating pipettes and related activities to support experiments.
  • Performed quality control testing on final products to verify conformity to specifications.
  • Identified areas of process improvements to increase operational excellence.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
  • Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
  • Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.

Medical Laboratory Intern

LabCorp
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Fulfilled lab assistant or specimen processor duties to support work of technicians, technologists and scientists.
  • Followed method or standard instructions and adhered to internal SOPs to eliminate repeat testing, deviations and investigations.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions, calibrating pipettes and related activities to support experiments.
  • Performed quality control testing on final products to verify conformity to specifications.
  • Identified areas of process improvements to increase operational excellence.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
  • Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
  • Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
  • Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Ascension Providence Hospital
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
  • Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.

Medical Lab Assistant/Lead Technician 2nd Shift

Synergy Laboratories
03.2020 - 12.2021
  • Responsible for maintaining the Roche Cobas 6800
  • Troubleshooting
  • Verify patient identifiers on samples
  • Pipette samples from primary to secondary tube
  • Make batches for Thermo PCR and Cobas 6800
  • Pull positive and re-run samples
  • Maintain temperature logs for reagent/sample refrigerators
  • Perform plate setups for Microbiology samples (urine, wounds, stools, throat, and vaginal swabs)
  • Help with organization throughout the laboratory
  • Processed and received specimens into the laboratory
  • Entered patient information into computer system
  • Weekly Inventory
  • Daily Filing/Billing
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.

Specimen Receiver Supervisor, Receiver

Synergy Laboratories
01.2017 - 03.2020
  • Oversee daily workflow of laboratory specimens
  • Write receiving procedures
  • Training new employees
  • Troubleshoot
  • Downtime problem specimens
  • Communicated with Implementation Managers and Medical Clinics
  • Establish communication between all departments of the laboratory
  • Adhered to tracking, documentation and control standards in order to reduce loss and maintain compliance.
  • Unloaded and unpacked incoming shipments to facilitate orders and verify accuracy of contents.
  • Maintained tidy, organized and safe work area to comply with cleanliness standards.

Education

Associate of Applied Science With Honors - Medical Laboratory Sciences

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
04.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice With Biology Minor

The University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
12.2014

High School Diploma -

Baker High School
Mobile, AL
05.2010

Skills

  • Dedicated to my position
  • Detail-oriented
  • Organized
  • Analyzing Test Results
  • Perform Proficiency Tests
  • Microscope operation and examination in multiple departments
  • Lab Instrument Maintenance, Calibration, and Quality Control
  • Corrective Actions

Affiliations

Dedicated Detail oriented Obtaining Clinical Experience through medical clinicals Furthering education online in Medical Laboratory Sciences

Timeline

Medical Laboratory Technician

LabCorp
04.2023 - Current

Medical Laboratory Intern

LabCorp
10.2022 - 04.2023

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Ascension Providence Hospital
03.2022 - 10.2022

Medical Lab Assistant/Lead Technician 2nd Shift

Synergy Laboratories
03.2020 - 12.2021

Specimen Receiver Supervisor, Receiver

Synergy Laboratories
01.2017 - 03.2020

Associate of Applied Science With Honors - Medical Laboratory Sciences

Weber State University

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice With Biology Minor

The University of South Alabama

High School Diploma -

Baker High School

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