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Michael Mohay
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Summary
Clinical Laboratory Technologist with expertise in regulatory compliance and laboratory optimization. Proven ability to enhance testing protocols and maintain high standards in clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology, while supporting inspection readiness and training new staff.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Part-Time)
HCA StoneSprings Hospital Center
Dulles, Virginia
10.2024 - Current
- Functioned as core lab generalist in microbiology, transfusion services, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and chemistry within 24/7 lab environment.
- Supported inspection readiness while ensuring integrity of laboratory information system and manual calculation validations.
- Assisted in implementing quality control measures, reinforcing adherence to rigorous testing standards.
- Ensured workflow continuity and maintained quality control documentation during supervisor absences.
- Trained new staff on laboratory procedures and safety protocols, improving overall operational readiness.
- Maintained laboratory records and equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Participated in continuing education programs to remain updated on advancements in medical laboratory science.
Laboratory Scientist
Leidos
McLean, Virginia
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Analyzed biological samples with advanced laboratory equipment and techniques.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish and implement new testing protocols and methodologies, enhancing laboratory efficiency.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for laboratory operations and safety protocols.
- Validated LIS interfaces and conducted manual calculations for enhanced accuracy.
- Supported inspection readiness by collaborating on revisions of standard operating procedures, contributing to regulatory compliance.
- Managed logistics for proficiency testing while creating KPI dashboards to evaluate performance metrics and ensure compliance.
- Supported competency assessments to ensure laboratory staff met required qualifications. to sustain efficiency within the laboratory.
- Oversaw occupational health screening tests and maintained accurate documentation for regulatory purposes..
Medical Technologist
Patient Care Primary & Urgent Care Center
Leesburg, Virginia
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Identified test performance issues and initiated corrective actions, enhancing reliability of lab results.
- Executed quality control procedures, calibrated instruments, and performed preventive maintenance to ensure accurate test results.
- Maintained laboratory information system integrity and validated manual calculation processes to support accurate data reporting.
- Managed lab inventory, ensuring readiness for state and county reporting requirements.
Medical Technologist II
Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
Vero Beach, Florida
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Executed cross-matching and prepared components for transfusion services to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Coordinated referral testing workflows while validating LIS data accuracy.
- Monitored turnaround times and analyzed VOC metrics to assess and enhance performance outcomes.
- Reviewed and updated calibration and pipette maintenance records monthly to maintain accuracy in testing processes.
Senior Laboratory Operations Leader
United States Air Force
Washington, District of Columbia
09.1994 - 05.2018
- Directed operations for nine laboratories and over 300 personnel, achieving compliance with clinical testing and QA standards.
- Authored SOPs and inspection protocols, enhancing readiness for CAP, CLIA, and Joint Commission audits.
- Led competency validations and technical training in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and transfusion services.
- Performed manual calculation validations and ensured accuracy of LIS interfaces.
- Managed instrument calibration, pipette maintenance, and temperature checks to maintain NIST-certified standards.
- Reduced assay rerun rates through SmarTech QC monitoring; collaborated with IT and medical directors to resolve system issues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL08-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
Excelsior University
Albany, NY05-2022
Skills
- Regulatory validation
- Proficiency testing
- LIS and interface accuracy
- Chemistry instrumentation expertise
- Assay optimization
- Turnaround optimization
- Data integrity tracking
- Instrument calibration
- UAT and ADM Middleware QC monitoring
- Quality control documentation
- Middleware QC monitoring
- Automated data analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
Websites
Automated Chemistry Instrumentation Platforms
- Siemens Atellica / EXL 200
- Ortho Quidel Vitros Systems
- Beckam Coulter DxI Series
Certification
- TS/SCI Security Clearance with Polygraph
- Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist License, 08/26
- AAB Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist (TN50461)
- ASCP Medical Laboratory Technician (58244)
- Professional Management Certificate
- Certified in Spirometry, Audiometry & Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT)
- Military Laboratory Leadership & Compliance Training
- Blood Donor Services & Transfusion Medicine Certification
- Point-of-Care Testing Certification
Organizational Affiliations
- American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB)
- Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
- Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA)
- Excelsior University Alumni Association
- Veterans Colleague Network
- PRM Raíces LLC – Co-Founder & Legacy Wellness Advocate
Languages
- English / Native
- Spanish / Conversational
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Part-Time)
HCA StoneSprings Hospital Center
10.2024 - Current
Laboratory Scientist
Leidos
01.2022 - 08.2024
Medical Technologist
Patient Care Primary & Urgent Care Center
07.2020 - 12.2021
Medical Technologist II
Lawnwood Regional Medical Center
12.2019 - 06.2020
Senior Laboratory Operations Leader
United States Air Force
09.1994 - 05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Community College of The Air Force
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
Excelsior University