Laboratory Director
Resume:
Kimberly Larson
Fargo, North Dakota *****
********.*.**********@*****.***
Summary
A highly experienced and detail-oriented Health Facilities Surveyor, Laboratory Director, Technical Consultant, and Laboratory Manager with a proven track record of excellence in managing and ensuring compliance and accreditation requirements. Skilled in overseeing technical operations and managing workflows, Adept at leading and developing staff, performing competency assessments, and monitoring test utilization and laboratory statistics to ensure optimal performance. Strong fiscal management capabilities and a commitment to adhering to policies and procedures in line with facility guidelines. Excellent communicator and collaborator, dedicated to fostering positive relationships with patients, colleagues, and cross-functional teams to uphold the facility’s mission and vision.
Skills
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Detail-Oriented Approach
• Flexible and Adaptable
• Disciplined While Working Independently
• Multifaceted Management Experience
• Proficient Computer Skills
• Consistent Dependability
• Collaborative Team Player
Experience
INDEPENDENT LABORATORY DIRECTOR AND TECHNICAL CONSULTANT
03/2023 - Current
AXIS Clinicals - Dilworth, Minnesota
• Responsible for overseeing moderately complex CLIA laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and ensuring personnel are competent to perform test procedures, record and report test results accurately, promptly and proficiently
• Directs testing methodologies, verifies accuracy, and maintains quality control programs to uphold testing standards
• Provides consultation to staff and clients, develops and implements procedures, and ensures proficiency testing and quality assessment programs are in place
HEALTH FACILITIES SURVEYOR
07/2022 - Current
North Dakota Department of Health - Bismarck, North Dakota
• Conducts in-depth surveys of healthcare facilities, individually or as part of a team to determine compliance with state licensing and federal laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to areas affecting total resident care
• Conducts investigations including interviews with residents, facility administration, facility staff, and resident families; observes facility staff for adequacy of care; and reviews relevant records to assist with determining compliance
• Prepares written reports following the onsite surveys
• Reviews documentation, conducts interviews, gathers evidence, keeps detailed records, and prepared written reports used in determining abuse or neglect by Certified Nurse Aides
MEDICAL LABORATORY DIRECTOR/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR STUDENT HEALTH SERVICE
02/2017 - 07/2022
NDSU Student Health Service - Fargo, North Dakota
• Maintained CLIA standards and all regulatory requirements in a moderately complex laboratory
• Coordinated and supervised the day-to-day operations of the laboratory
• Ensured laboratory testing complied with established Standard Operating Procedures
• Implemented and maintained the Orchard laboratory information system
• Performed phlebotomy and a variety of diagnostic laboratory tests on the Piccolo Xpress, Sysmex XS-1000i, Sofia, Cholestech LDX and Clinitek Status+
• Provided leadership to a clinical team: lab, nursing and providers to ensure that effective patient care was provided and seamless patient care delivery was achieved
• Coordinated nursing student shadow experiences
• Managed the Quality Management and Improvement/Risk Management Programs to ensure quality standards are met and a high level of customer service was achieved and maintained
LABORATORY SUPERVISOR
02/2016 - 02/2017
LifeCare Hospitals - Fort Worth, Texas
• Supervised laboratory staff and the activities of a moderately complex laboratory, including scheduling and adjustment of staffing as necessary
• Accurately and efficiently entered and verified charges for billing purposes
• Reviewed and maintained procedures and laboratory reports in order to maintain JCAHO standards and regulatory requirements
• Performed Quality Assurance audits including chart reviews and provided Quality Improvement data to the quality management team
• Facilitated initial and ongoing training of laboratory and nursing staff
• Performed a variety of diagnostic laboratory tests on the Dimension EXL 200, Sysmex XS-1000i, Sysmex CA-540 and Clinitek Advantus
CONSULTING MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST/OUTREACH SUPERVISOR
08/2011 - 01/2016
Sanford Health - Fargo, North Dakota
• Provided technical consultation and support for waived, moderately complex and high complex diagnostic laboratories, ensuring that services were performed in accordance with CAP standards and regulations
• Supervised and led Outreach staff to provide outstanding client satisfaction
• Served as a Super User for the Epic One Chart Beaker system; trained laboratory and nursing staff, provided on-site support during go lives and conducted daily Beaker activities including quality control maintenance and review
QUALITY MANAGER
05/2006 - 08/2011
Hillsboro Medical Center - Hillsboro, North Dakota
• Position included Laboratory Manager of a high complex CLIA laboratory, Infection Control Coordinator, Quality Assurance Chair, Risk Manager and Safety Officer
• Addressed employee performance issues to ensure quality patient experiences
• Maintained lab budget within operating standards through the use of variance reports
• Performed a variety of diagnostic laboratory tests on the Integra 400, Beckman Coulter ACT-5 Diff, Sysmex CA-540 and Clinitek 50
• Managed and performed blood banking for the rural Critical Access Hospital
Education
MeritCare School of Clinical Laboratory Science - Fargo, North Dakota Internship Clinical Laboratory Science, 05/2006
North Dakota State University - Fargo, North Dakota Bachelor of Science Clinical Laboratory Science, 05/2006
Northwest Technical College - Bemidji, Minnesota Associates Legal Administrative Secretary, AAS, 05/1998
References
Available upon request
Qualifications Summary
• Over eighteen years of laboratory management, technical consultation and directorship experience
• Ensures compliance with federal Medicare and Medicaid requires, as well as state licensure regulations
• Managed a multifaceted team of laboratorians, nurses, and medical providers
• Ensures laboratory operations function efficiently, professionally and within regulatory standards
• Able to reason logically, evaluate information and formulate conclusions, analyze information, and effectively present both orally and in writing
• Eager and ambitious to learn new skills
• Adapts quickly to changing needs utilizing excellent problem-solving skills
• Works well under pressure; utilizes organizational skills in order to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
• Adaptable and dedicated leader
• Able to take initiative, and effective working alone or as a cooperative team member
• Personable; professional in appearance and manner
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