Vivian F. Christian

Fayetteville, GA ***** 404-***-**** adyepp@r.postjobfree.com

Laboratory Manager & Medical Technologist, Clinical Project Management

Excellent communication acumen to provide patients, clients and colleagues with exceptional, professional service. Higher education background complemented by extensive hands-on research and analytical experience; well versed in all areas of research and development, instrument calibration and maintenance, laboratory protocols, and technical reporting. A proven record of success in clinical research as well as a history of success performing in-depth studies. Possess extensive data analysis skills complemented by advanced study and hands-on project work. Willing to work remotely.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Laboratory Operations

Sample Collection & Analysis

Technical Teaching Principles

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Cross-functional Communication

Scientific & Analytical Methods

Clinical Research

Trial Study Designs

Quality Control Methodologies

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SOUTHERN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Riverdale, GA August 2022-Present

Medical Technologist III, Clinical Core Laboratory

Perform stat and routine clinical laboratory testing and analysis on specimens. Receive specimens into the lab; and enter, review, and verify test results utilizing EPIC interface system. Work primarily in Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Receiving areas of the laboratory. Effectively communicate and support the ER, Labor and Delivery, Critical Care and Cath labs in addition to main hospital floors with critical results and test requirements.

EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Atlanta, GA June 2021-December 2021

Medical Technologist II, Referral Lab, Clinical Laboratory

Upon receipt of processed specimens, reviewed manual test orders, prepared interfaced and non-interfaced samples to be stored, transported, and shipped to various CLIA-certified laboratories for testing not performed in-house at Emory. Responsible for reviewing and entering test results of non-interfaced tests into the LIS. All required information and supporting documentation including billing, CPT codes must be entered into Emory’s LIS for accurate resulting and billing including Medicare. Assisted providers in finding correct tests and reference laboratory for specific testing required and not performed with-in Emory Laboratories.

NAVICENT HEALTH – MCCG Macon, GA August 2018–December 2020

Hematology Technical Lead, Clinical Laboratory

Oversaw hematology, urinalysis, and coagulation testing which includes quality control, and instrument calibration. Prepared department for CAP Inspections. Wrote and implemented test procedures in Policy Tech. Performed and evaluated laboratory tests on specimens collected from patients to discover key data used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Used knowledge of chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, coagulation, blood bank and microbiology to conduct tests in compliance with all established safety and health regulations. Consulted with physicians, nurses, patients, and laboratory staff on test results. Monitored inventory levels and recommend the purchase of supplies and equipment to ensure adequate number of supplies and timely testing results.

GRADY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Atlanta, GA April 2016–August 2018

Clinical Laboratory Manager & Educational Coordinator (Aug. 2017–Aug. 2018)

Managed all lab operations and developed procedures to ensure the safe, accurate and timely collection of quality specimens and results. Designed all collection procedures carried out by phlebotomy staff. Collaborated with principal investigators on test results and next phases in test procedures and clinical trials. Scheduled all medical technology students in clinical rotations and assisted them in locating positions upon graduation.

Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Client Services (Apr. 2016–Aug. 2017)

Acted as laboratory liaison with nurses, physicians, and patients at a 900-bed level one trauma center facility. Relayed critical test results to providers and fielded physician inquiries.

ATLANTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Atlanta, GA August 2013–June 2017

Adjunct Instructor – Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Health Sciences

Gave lectures and taught detailed curriculums to higher education students on key biological principles. Assessed student performance, identified potential gaps in learning, and adjusted lesson plans to improve student understanding.

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS Tucker, GA February 1999–September 2012

Patient Services Supervisor/Field Operations

Successful licensure, start-up and management of 30 specimen collection sites including public health facilities. Hired, trained, and oversaw the professional development of 44 clinical laboratory professionals and phlebotomists. Compiled payment and billing information for accurate entry into digital recordkeeping system. Managed a variety of compliance and safety projects that maintained a streamlined work environment. Processed specimen samples for timely transport and completion of testing procedures. Communicated directly with specimen collections sites and in-house laboratories to relay information on test results. Monitored inventory use and ordered supplies as needed to keep stock levels where needed so as not to interrupt workflow by staff. Consistently received client and patient satisfaction scores above 95%. Successfully navigated staff through two reductions-in-force wherein team members were trained to accurately perform newly reassigned position responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL JOB HISTORY

Laboratory Supervisor, Hematology Section, PIEDMONT HOSPITAL Atlanta, GA

Hematology Applications Specialist/Sales Support, SYSMEX CORPORATION Long Grove, IL

Field Liaison/Drug Monitor, DANYA INTERNATIONAL Silver Spring, MD

Technical Engineer/Phone Troubleshooter – BAYER Atlanta, GA

Hematology Instructor, GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY Atlanta, GA

Hematology Applications Specialist/Sales Support, GEOMETRIC DATA, BECKMAN INSTRUMENTS San Mateo, CA

Supervisor, Clinical Laboratory and Research Lab, EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL Atlanta, GA

Supervisor, American Red Cross, PENN-JERSEY REGIONAL Philadelphia, PA

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Medical Biology, C.W. POST CENTER OF LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY Greenvale, NY

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY Philadelphia, PA

Clinical Research Associate Training, KRIGER INT’L TRAINING CENTER Toronto, Canada

PRESENTATIONS

Presenter, American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Phlebotomy On-Line Workshops (November 2018 & June 2020)

CERTIFICATIONS

MT (ASCP) Certified

Six Sigma – Certified Green Belt

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification

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