Peggy Simpson
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Well-organized Administrative Director with twenty-year background overseeing administration operations for multiple departments, including the clinical laboratory, anatomic pathology, blood donor center and outpatient diagnostic services. Adept at developing policies and procedures to align with accreditation standards and hospital mission. Remarkable communication, analytical and time management abilities.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Director of Laboratory Services
Sovah Health - Danville
08.2001 - 03.2022
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Managed daily office operations, negotiated contracts, managed vendor relations and acted as primary liaison with outside organizations.
- Developed administrative policies and procedures to meet regulatory agency (JC and CAP) standards.
- Evaluated employees performance with competency based standards.
Program Director
Alamance Community College
10.1989 - 08.2001
- Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission and NAACLS standards.
- Scheduled and supervised staff and advisory meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Awarded grant from the department of community colleges for problem based learning.
Clinical Chemistry Supervisor
AnMed Health Medical Center
07.1985 - 09.1989
- Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies (Joint commission and CAP)and safety requirements.
- Evaluated laboratory analyzers for workload volume and to meet turn-around times for maximal efficiency.
- Coordinated and performed analytical tests to comply with established standards and specifications.
- Monitored productivity to meet standards.
Medical Laboratory Instructor
Sandhills Community College
09.1980 - 05.1985
- Observed students to assess progress with laboratory work and assign grades.
- Lectures for Hematology and Immunohematology.
- Monitored students progress during their clinical rotations.
- Helped students prepare for certification examination and entry level skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SCNo Degree - Medical Technology
Anderson Memorial Hospital
Anderson, SCMaster of Science - Community And College Counseling
Longwood University
Farmville, VA1997
Skills
- Laboratory Accreditation (CAP and NAACLS)
- Personnel evaluation and competency assessment
- Staff communication
- Proficiency Testing
- Patient Safety
- Problem Solving
Accomplishments
Professional Affiliations:
2004-2012 NAACLS Board of Directors
20092011 President of NAACLS
1995-2003 ASCP Board of Governors
2000-2003 Chair of the Board of Governors
2004-2010 Editor for ASCP LabQ (CE for Laboratory)
Awards:
2001 ASCP Distinguished Service Award
2004 ASCP Lifetime Achievement Award
2013 ASCP Excellence in Education Award
MT ASCP Certification ID# 00530841
Timeline
Administrative Director of Laboratory Services
Sovah Health - Danville
08.2001 - 03.2022
Program Director
Alamance Community College
10.1989 - 08.2001
Clinical Chemistry Supervisor
AnMed Health Medical Center
07.1985 - 09.1989
Medical Laboratory Instructor
Sandhills Community College
09.1980 - 05.1985
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Winthrop University
No Degree - Medical Technology
Anderson Memorial Hospital
Master of Science - Community And College Counseling
Longwood University
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