Edward Lee
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
An experienced leader with a proven track record for managing a lean team within a fast pace setting. Consistently demonstrated the capability to manage and reach operational goals during periods of negative growth and expansion. Finds fulfillment in team building, fostering growth, and achieving objectives through collaboration.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Manager/Medical Practice Manager
2nd Chance Treatment Centers LLC
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed highest volume clinic in 2nd Chance organization
- Hired, trained and supervised administrative and clinical staff
- Oversaw and led all aspects of supply chain for practice including monitor inventory levels, placing PO’s and completed budgetary reviews
- Ensured clinic's compliance with AZ Department of Health; monitored controlled substances, equipment QA and facility management
- Supervised daily practice operations and supported staff in reaching weekly productivity goals through appropriate delegation of personnel/resourced during understaffed periods.
- Resolved patient complaints and handled provider medical board investigations
- Retained laboratory duties ensuring continued operation
Laboratory Manager
2nd Chance Treatment Centers LLC
01.2018 - 06.2023
- Oversaw quality management and proficiency testing of toxicology assays ensuring retention of CLIA compliance licensure
- Evaluated competency of all testing personnel while identifying and providing training needs
- Managed inventory and purchasing of laboratory supplies, evaluated workflow and implemented cost saving measures
- Maintained B2B relationships as point of contact for Dominion/Labcorp/Sonora Quest reference laboratories, and Spectratox, StratusDX LIS, MedPro biohazard/pharmaceutical waste services
- Worked alongside StratusDX to set up LIS for multiple sites and implemented workflow protocols.
- Collaborated with Dominion Diagnostics in a unidirectional integration of our LIS to their results portal to increase provider visibility of LC-MS results which resulted in a streamlined ordering process and results auditing workflow
- Administrator for all laboratory based platforms (LIS/LabCorp portals); provided credentials/access as well as user support and training for upwards of 80 admin/clinical employees across 11 sites.
- Operated Pictus 400/700 bioanalyzers when lab personnel were either unavailable or short handed
Associate Scientist I/II
Luminex
06.2015 - 12.2017
- Formulated and executed test designs for molecular assay optimization
- Performed extraction, amplification, gel analysis, and hybridization of DNA/RNA targets
- Executed PCR/qPCR/lsothermal testing on Bio Rad T100/Roche Light Cycler 480 II/ Applied Biosystem 7500 Fast
- Interpreted, compiled, and presented experimental findings to R&D teams internally and across sites weekly
Medical Technologist
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Operated the Abbott Molecular M2000 for measuring ~100-200 HIV and HCV viral loads daily
- Tested for HIV antibodies utilizing the BioRad Multispot HIV-1/HIV-2 rapid enzyme immunoassays
- Designated as the "super-user" for the Cepheid Genexpert Infinity, which involved training other laboratory personnel on its operation and being the point of contact for any troubleshooting
Medical Laboratory Technician
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Plated and prepared specimens daily for microbiology, parasitology, and virology testing
- Monitored quality control daily for all instruments utilized in the laboratory
Medical Laboratory Technician
Northshore University HealthSystem
05.2011 - 10.2013
- Performed point of care testing for high volume Level II Trauma Center (basic metabolic panels, INRs, cardiac markers, urine toxicology screens, blood gases, HCG pregnancies, and rapid strep screens) using Abbott iStat, Alere Triage Meter, Roche Coagucheck XS, Clinitek Urine Analyzer
- Trained both laboratory personnel and nursing staff on how to use and troubleshoot the Abbott iStat and Alere Triage Meter
- Worked alongside clinical staff within the ER ensuring correct measures occurred when evaluating patient status via laboratory results; this involved logging samples, ordering tests, and acting as liaison to various areas of clinical pathology
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL2010
Skills
- Project Management
- Optimizing Workflows
- Troubleshooting Processes
- Highly Analytical
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Rapport Building
- Fostering Collaboration
- High Complexity Testing
- Assay Development
Certification
Six Sigma White Belt Certification
Timeline
Laboratory Manager/Medical Practice Manager
2nd Chance Treatment Centers LLC
06.2023 - 12.2023
Laboratory Manager
2nd Chance Treatment Centers LLC
01.2018 - 06.2023
Associate Scientist I/II
Luminex
06.2015 - 12.2017
Medical Technologist
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County
12.2014 - 06.2015
Medical Laboratory Technician
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital Of Cook County
06.2014 - 12.2014
Medical Laboratory Technician
Northshore University HealthSystem
05.2011 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Six Sigma White Belt Certification
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