Kimi Koda
447 Alvarado Terrace
Vista, California 92084
310-309-0218
CERTIFICATION
State of California Medical Technologist License #MTA29385
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Master of Biotechnology, California State University, San Marcos, Present
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, California State University-Los Angeles
Queen of the Valley Hospital, West Covina, CA, CLS Internship
WORK HISTORY
• Alcala Laboratory, CLS-San Diego, CA (Sept 2013-2014)
• Medical Group of North County-CLS-Vista, CA (Oct. 2011-Aug 2013)
• Physician’s Office Laboratory-CLS-Oceanside, CA (Oct 2010- Sept 2011) Closed
• Hoffman-LaRoche, Field Applications Specialist, Chemistry Analyzers (1991-94)
• Serono-Baker Diagnostics, Field Applications Specialist- Hematology, Chemistry,
Fertility analyzers (1987-1991)
• Drs. Lieber, Lazar, Rosove, Green MDs, Lab Mgr, CLS, Los Angeles (1981-87)
Cal State San Marcos Biotechnology Masters Program:
• Lab training including Chip, DNA/RNA extraction, sections on bioinformatics and genome
analysis by PCR, RT-PCR, real-time PCR, capillary gel electrophoresis, DNA sequencing,
western blot analysis, culture technology, analytical techniques used in data analysis.
• Able to perform experiments in small-scale laboratory and at-scale cell culture, have a
thorough understanding of upstream/downstream manufacturing operations, and a thorough
understanding of the various GMP operations involved in antibody production.
• Semesters included regulatory affairs and quality management in the life sciences including
good clinical practices, and ICH regulatory requirements, business law & intellectual property,
scientific communication, experimental design & statistical analysis, protein structure &
function, and bioprocessing.
• Well studied in the clinical development processes, good laboratory practices, FDA and ICH
regulatory requirements.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Clinical Lab Scientist:
• HPLC/MS toxicology and preparations, ELISA, immunoflorescence assays, experience
working in a high and moderate complexity CLIA/CAP environment.
• Operation of automated/semi-automated chemistry, hematology, HPLC, and coagulation
analyzers. Maintaining lab to CLIA/COLA/CAP standards, running proficiency testing,
evaluating and maintaining daily QC and corrective action records. Processed manual
hematology differentials, serology testing, urinalysis, and specimen preparation.
• 9 years in busy physician’s office laboratory setting. Managing the daily operations. 2 years in a
community hospital setting. 2 years reference laboratory.
• Prepares reagents and maintains supplies; performs all manufacturers required maintenance on
equipment and keeps laboratory in a clean, neat and orderly condition.
• Promptly identifies problems, troubleshoots, documents and resolves problems with
appropriate quality control prior to release of test results.
• Excellent pipetting technique, performs assay verification and validation, precision, accuracy,
quality assurance, ensuring compliance with Good Laboratory Practices.
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Works collaboratively in a team environment, comfortable in both team and leadership roles.
Follows safe laboratory practices, wearing personal protective clothing, preventing potential
exposure, learning locations of eyewash/safety shower/fire alarm/exits etc.
Trained at a California approved NAACLS hospital.
Field Applications Specialist:
• Training new clients on the use of their new chemistry and hematology analyzers, and
radioimmuno-assays
• Ensured customer familiarity with daily startup, routine maintenance, quality control,
calibration, patient sample handling, abnormal samples, abnormal flags, troubleshooting,
instrument diagnostics, Levey Jennings charts, Westgard rules, common sources of abnormal
results (hemolysis, lipemia, cold agglutinins etc.) and recommendations, reagent stability and
storage, reconstitution (if necessary), documentation, and how to contact the company for
assistance.
• Completed the validation and verification upon installation.
• Assisted in-house technical support teams with on-site problem solving.
• Assisted sales team with prospective clients by providing local support and maintaining
excellent client relationships.
• Experienced in providing guidance and direction to laboratory personnel.
• Served the Southwestern region with a commitment to customer service, the ability to build
productive relationships, resolve complex issues and win customer loyalty.
LIS EXPERIENCE
• Intergy, EPIC, Medcom, LabDaq, Pros
VOLUNTEER WORK:
Heartbandits American Eskimo Dog Rescue-Foster home, Pet Fair docent, storefront
adoptions- 2003 to present
Silent Auction Committee Chairperson-Westchester Lutheran Church and School, 9 years.
Increased donations and profits four fold in a 6 year period. 1995-2004
ADDITIONAL
Excellent communication, training, technical support, and meticulous documentation skills. 60+
WPM, confident with Microsoft Office, Access software, LIS integration and database
management.