Kym Nikko De Silva
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Public Health graduate with strong knowledge in Health care and laboratory setting. Impeccable attention to details and works well in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Molecular Laboratory Assistant
Flow Health Laboratories, LLC
5 2020 - 4 2023
- Performed highly complex molecular testing, such as SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), COVID + Flu A/B with rapid turn around times in CLIA/CAP high-complexity laboratory.
- Processed minimum of 20,000 COVID -19 samples per day.
- Performed quality control, maintenance and proficiency testing in accordance with current laboratory procedures.
- Identified and corrected problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results.
Laboratory Assistant
Signal Diagnostics LLC
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed maintenance and daily Quality control of analyzer for operation use.
- Maintained logs and accurate documentation of all preventative and corrective maintenance.
- Perform data entry into various databases and ensuring department compliance with policies and procedures.
- Inventory management, purchasing, shipping, receiving and storage of product delivery.
- Coordinated and scheduled training for technicians for up to date continuing education.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
California State University Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA 08.2016 - 05.2019
Highschool Diploma -
Academy of Richmond County High School
Augusta, GA Aug 2008 - 05.2010
Skills
1 Expert in hands on troubleshooting technical in all areas and maintenance of laboratory analyzers
2 Detail oriented with clear and timely communication to internal and external parties
3 Excellent Team player that can work both independently and as a team with strong written and verbal communication
4 Experienced in Inventory management from purchasing and coordinating closely with vendors
5 Computer savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
6 Trilingual that speaks fluent English, Tagalog, and Ilocano
Molecular Biology Techniques
- Real-Time PCR (qPCR): QuantStudio 5
- PCR: Accula, Abbott ID NOW
- RNA Extraction: King Fisher Flex System
- Centrifugation: Eppendorf Centrifuge 5810
- OT-2 (Opentron)
Bioanalyzer Training
- Beckman Coulter - Access 2 and AU 400
- Cobas e 411
- Vitros 5600 Integrated System
- Sysmex XN-530 Automated Hematology Analyzer
Leadership Skills
- Assistant Nutrition Educator
KYCCLA Kids Town
January 2019 - May 2019
Los Angeles, CA
- Child Nutrition Assistant
Castellar Elementary
January 2019 - May 2019
Los Angeles, CA
- Lead Nutrition Educator
Silverlake Adult Daycare
January 2019 - May 2019
Los Angeles, CA
- Nutrition Intern
Asian Pacific Islander Forward Movement
January 2019 - May 2019
Los Angeles, CA
- Nursing Student
Adventist Health White Memorial Hospital
August 2017 - December 2017
Los Angeles, CA
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
Signal Diagnostics LLC
11.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
California State University Los Angeles
08.2016 - 05.2019
Molecular Laboratory Assistant
Flow Health Laboratories, LLC
5 2020 - 4 2023
Highschool Diploma -
Academy of Richmond County High School
Aug 2008 - 05.2010
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