Kimberlyn Hazelbaker
Amarillo
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in laboratory management. Known for strong analytical skills and a commitment to safety, consistently achieving operational excellence through effective procedure monitoring and quality assurance.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LaboratoryManager
Harrington Cancer Center
Amarillo, TX
09.1989 - 02.2026
- Supervised daily laboratory operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented new testing procedures, enhancing accuracy and reducing turnaround times for results.
- Collaborated with clinical teams to streamline workflows, improving interdepartmental communication and project outcomes.
- Evaluated laboratory performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Oversaw budget management for laboratory operations, aligning resource allocation with departmental goals and objectives.
- Actively participated in professional conferences and workshops, sharing laboratory best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform experiments and analyze results.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Maintained an organized inventory system for lab supplies, reducing waste and saving on procurement costs.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for laboratory processes, resulting in consistent quality of work.
- Designed processes to increase efficiency by minimizing error and reducing repetitive tasks.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on technical skills development and career growth opportunities.
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean, and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
- Enhanced laboratory safety by conducting regular inspections and updating safety training materials as needed.
- Conducted periodic performance reviews for staff members, offering constructive feedback to facilitate professional growth.
- Managed a team of technicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and proper handling of lab equipment.
- Managed operational documents and produced reports detailing activities.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment to identify potential upgrades that could improve overall lab performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX05-1975
Skills
- Equipment management
- Data management
- Hazardous waste management
- Biological sample processing
- Ethics and integrity
- Quality controls
- Analytical chemistry
- Laboratory management
- Instrument Calibration
- Laboratory safety
- Procedure monitoring
- QA procedure development
- Laboratory work supervision
- Team leadership
Certification
- Medical Technology [ASCP - 1977=2026
Timeline
LaboratoryManager
Harrington Cancer Center
09.1989 - 02.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
West Texas A&M University