Kate Saba

**** ******** **, ***********, ** *****

210-***-**** aduz6w@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Passionate and dedicated professional looking to integrate into the Healthcare field with a primary goal of making a difference in our society utilizing information technology, leadership, outreach, and excellent communication skills.

PROFILE

Certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) with 20 years of experience

Skilled generalist, competent and knowledgeable in all aspects of laboratory operations

Safety and Infection Prevention specialist with laboratory and general hospital experience (to include ASC – Ambulatory Surgical Centers)

Proficient with all Windows based office tools, Military LIS Composite Health Care System (CHCS), SharePoint and some programming experience (Java and C++)

Proficient in SQL, Access, and database analysis

Excellent writing and communication skills

Multi-lingual: fluent in English, Russian and Spanish

EDUCATION

Masters in Public Health (2/2023)

Walden University

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science (5/2003)

St Catherine University, St Paul, Minnesota

Associate of Science in Laboratory Sciences (5/2004)

George Washington University, Washington DC

Associate of Arts in Business Management (5/1998)

Rasmussen College, Minnetonka, Minnesota

38 credits completed in preparation for MT exam (2004-2008)

Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia

EXPERIENCE

Kaiser Permanente, Mid Atlantic Infection Prevention Office 8/2022 – 2/2023

Internship

Conducted environmental inspection rounds of Kaiser clinics, health centers and Ambulatory Surgical Centers.

Educated staff on Infection Preventive measures.

Developed a comprehensive Infection Prevention training presentation using CDC, OSHA and WHO guidelines.

Conducted Risk Assessment to evaluate environmental and healthcare services to identify potential infection hazards and access prevention readiness.

Revised and updated Infection Prevention Policies and Procedures.

Developed and successfully implemented Child Wellness and Infection Prevention Pilot Program with the goal of raising awareness of negative effects of ultra-processed foods and increased screen time and positive effects of proper hand hygiene among children ages 5 through 12.

Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, US Army, Ft Belvoir, VA 8/2011 - Present

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Collect, evaluate, and analyze human specimens in the Core Laboratory (Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and Semen Analysis).

Review quality control records, determine acceptability of results, monitor supplies, equipment, and ensure compliance with the accrediting agencies.

Extensively work on writing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Conduct procedural documentation and review via MediaLab software.

Inspection Proof all sections within the Core Lab using MediaLab.

Review, test and validate new products, instruments, and procedures within the Core Lab.

Implemented and launched Point of Care Testing using AccuChek, CoaguCheck, Clinitek 50 and other stat tests via RALS software.

Train Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Students. Created and implemented current MLT program for Core Lab (to include study and testing materials).

Operate the following analyzers: Sysmex XN-3100, Coulter DxH 800, STAM Coagulation Analyzer, Cobas 6000 (C501, E601), Iris200.

Dewitt Army Hospital, US Army, Ft Belvoir, VA 7/2008 – 8/2011

Medical Technologist

Managed all the laboratory operations on the evening shift.

Collected, evaluated, and analyzed human specimens.

Assisted the Quality Assurance Manager in quality control, training, competency records’ reviews, monitoring supplies, equipment, and instrumentation, writing Standard Operating Procedures, and ensuring compliance with the accrediting agencies.

Operated the following analyzers on daily basis: Coulter LH 750, LH500; STA Stago Coagulation Analyzer; Cobas 6000 (C501, E601); Vitros 5.1; Iris200; AccuChek glucose meter; i-Stat analyzer; CoaguChek meter; Clinitek 50; Clinitek Status; CardioChek meter.

McDonald Army Health Center, US Army, Ft Eustis, VA 6/2003 – 7/2008

Laboratory Technician / Safety Coordinator

Managed all second-shift operations.

Operated the following analyzers on a daily basis: Coulter LH 750, ACT 5; Dade Bering RXL, X-pand, Sysmex CA500; bioMerieux miniVIDAS and BacT; MicroScan autoSCAN4; Clinitek 500.

Assisted in developing Standard Operating Procedures and protocols for Blood Bank, Immunology and Urinalysis.

Conducted Laboratory Safety inspections and risk assessments.

Junonia Ltd., St Paul, MN 10/2002-5/2003

Public Relations Manager

Initially conducted internship as a system's analyst and information technologist.

Set up the database for the company using Microsoft Access.

After internship, obtained a position in public relations writing press releases and contacting publication's editors.

Created online Media Kit for the catalog company which led to increase in sales.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

During 5 years of military service, awarded three Army Achievement Medals and two Army Commendation Medals for exceptional service.

Winner of the MEDDAC Soldier of the Year Competition for 2007.

Completed Advanced Leadership Course for Non-Commissioned Officers at Ft Knox, KY (05/2007), graduated with honors.

Completed the Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course through Virginia Department of Health.

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