Project Manager Laboratory Scientist

Andrew Kim

Duluth, GA 470-***-**** ********@*****.*** Project Manager – Clinical Operations linkedin.com/in/andrew-kim-aaa610325/ SUMMARY

ASCP-certified Medical Laboratory Scientist with a strong clinical, technical, and project coordination background in both healthcare and nonprofit settings. Functioned as a lead MLS with hands-on experience across Beckman, Roche, and other core laboratory platforms. Clinically trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital with supplemental training at DC MedStar. Proven track record of overseeing lab operations, maintaining regulatory compliance (CLIA/CAP), and managing cross-functional teams. Adept at translating clinical knowledge into operational excellence. Seeking to transition into a clinical project management role where both scientific and leadership skills can drive impact. EXPERIENCE

Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist Gwinnett Clinic 01/2025 to Present Oversaw all outpatient laboratory operations, ensuring safety compliance and regulatory adherence to CLIA and CAP standards Operated and maintained Beckman and Roche instruments, optimizing process efficiency and productivity Streamlined workflows and trained laboratory staff, increasing testing throughput by 15% Led project planning for new test implementation, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing budget allocations Enhanced laboratory practices through continuous process optimization and quality assurance initiatives Fostered effective communication between laboratory staff and clinical providers, resolving technical issues promptly Clinical Laboratory Scientist Grady Memorial Hospital 09/2024 to 12/2024 Performed high-complexity testing, maintaining laboratory operations and safety compliance across multiple departments Reduced processing errors by 10% through process optimization and improved LIMS utilization Supported project management initiatives by participating in internal audits and inspections Maintained laboratory practices and documentation in line with regulatory standards Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and productivity in daily workflows Program & Operations Coordinator ECKCM (Religious Nonprofit) 01/2021 to 01/2024 Led over 30 outreach projects annually, managing project planning, budget management, and laboratory staff coordination Developed SOPs and optimized processes, improving event efficiency and productivity by 20% Directed cross-functional teams, demonstrating leadership and effective communication with stakeholders Ensured safety compliance and risk management for all operational activities Delivered post-project reports, supporting transparency and continuous improvement Dental Office Manager Private Practice 01/2019 to 08/2023 Managed daily operations, optimizing workflow efficiency and productivity for a 3-person clinical team Improved billing and insurance processes by 15% through process optimization and staff training Maintained HIPAA compliance and safety standards in all laboratory practices Led cross-functional coordination between clinical and administrative staff, enhancing communication and service delivery Oversaw budget management and vendor relations to support operational goals Clinical Internship – Medical Laboratory Science Johns Hopkins Hospital 07/2024 to 01/2024 Completed rotations in core laboratory operations, focusing on safety compliance and process optimization Conducted QA/QC research, presenting findings to leadership and supporting laboratory management experience Participated in project management exercises, including root cause analysis and cross-functional coordination Enhanced laboratory practices through simulation-based decision-making and compliance training EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science Southern Adventist University 2020 to 2023 Studied clinical laboratory science, focusing on laboratory operations, instrumentation, and compliance standards. Developed skills in clinical project coordination and data-driven reporting.

SKILLS

Project Coordination Regulatory Compliance

(CLIA/CAP/HIPAA)

Laboratory Operations & Workflow

Optimization

Cross-Functional Team Leadership Communication & Client Interaction Data Integrity & Quality Systems Management

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