Misti Bream
North Bend
Summary
Innovative clinical laboratory leader with over 30 years in microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and laboratory operations. Led modernization initiatives, including transitioning to a paperless electronic quality management system and optimizing Epic Beaker workflows. Expertise in technical writing, process improvement, and quality systems, with a strong track record in regulatory compliance. Open to remote opportunities in laboratory informatics, healthcare technology, or technical consulting.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
lead microbiology
Bay area hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Experienced in directing hospital-based microbiology operations, overseeing diagnostic testing, and ensuring compliance with CLIA, CAP, and Joint Commission standards.
- Collaborated with physicians and infection prevention teams to support antimicrobial stewardship and investigate outbreaks, improving patient care outcomes.
- Supervised laboratory staff, managed workflow, and implemented advanced diagnostic methods to enhance testing accuracy.
- Mentored staff to optimize laboratory efficiency while maintaining highest standards of accuracy and safety.
- Strong background in quality assurance, audit readiness, and biosafety protocols.
Medical Technician
North Bend Medical Center Laboratory
North Bend
04.2020 - 11.2021
- Performed microbiological analysis and molecular testing to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Conducted tests in Hematology, coagulation, Urinalysis, Serology, Immunology, Immunohematology, and Chemistry, managing pre and post analytical specimen processing.
- Assisted in implementation of EPIC Beaker LIS system, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance laboratory efficiency.
- Collaborated with EPIC analysts to develop the program at North Bend Medical Center.
Lab Manager
Bay clinic Laboratory
01.2014 - 04.2020
- Managed all areas of the laboratory and its staff, including pre-analytical, waived, moderate, high complexity, and quality control and quality assurance practices.
- Managed daily laboratory operations and workflow scheduling.
- Supervised staff training and development in laboratory protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and quality control measures.
- Performed medical testing in Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology, Chemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, and Molecular disciplines, contributing to accurate diagnostics.
Microbiologist
Kaiser permanente
09.1999 - 01.2014
- Gained experience in virology, mycobacteriology, mycology, bacteriology, quality control monitoring, molecular biology, and culture setup, workup, and reporting.
- I worked with several microbiology instruments and well-versed in Standard Operating Procedures published by the ASM and CLSI.
- Ensured compliance with CAP and Joint Commission Accreditation (JACHO) while contributing to ISO 9001 and 9002 certification processes.
Education
Ascp CERTIFIED AS MICROBIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST -
University of Phoenix
Portland, OR 01.2007 - 01.2007
Bachelor of science - Business/management
University of Phoenix
Portland, OR 09.2002 - 08.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science
Portland Community College
Portland, OR 09.1997 - 11.1999
associate of applied science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Portland community college
Portland , Or 09.1997 - 09.1999
Skills
- Clinical Microbiology
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Bacteriology
- Mycology
- Mycobacteriology
- Virology
- Antimicrobial testing
- Culture Interpretation
- Organism Identification
- Blood Culture Analysis
- Molecular Testing
- Core Laboratory Skills
- Clinical Laboratory Operations
Quality Assurance (QA)
- Quality Control (QC)
- Regulatory Compliance
- CAP Accreditation
- CLIA Compliance
- Joint Commission Standards
- CLSI Standards
- Proficiency Testing
- Competency Assessment
- Audit Readiness
- Preventive actions
- Root Cause Analysis
- Laboratory Leadership
- Team Leadership
Staff Training
- Staff Development
- Laboratory Performance Metrics
- Project Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Process Improvement
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Laboratory Informatics
- Epic Beaker
- Information systems
- Document management
Data Analysis
- Microsoft Excel
- SharePoint
- Data Analysis
- Technical Expertise
- Instrument Validation
- Method Validation
- Troubleshooting
- Technical documentation
- SOP Development
Policy Development
- Documentation control
- Risk Assessment
- Problem solving
- Critical Thinking
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
- Policy Development
- Documentation control
- Risk Assessment
- Problem solving
- Critical Thinking
- Continuous improvement
Certification
- Microbiology Technologist, 01/07
- Medical Laboratory Technician, 11/99
Timeline
lead microbiology
Bay area hospital
11.2021 - Current
Medical Technician
North Bend Medical Center Laboratory
04.2020 - 11.2021
Lab Manager
Bay clinic Laboratory
01.2014 - 04.2020
Ascp CERTIFIED AS MICROBIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST -
University of Phoenix
01.2007 - 01.2007
Bachelor of science - Business/management
University of Phoenix
09.2002 - 08.2004
Microbiologist
Kaiser permanente
09.1999 - 01.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science
Portland Community College
09.1997 - 11.1999
associate of applied science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Portland community college
09.1997 - 09.1999