Kelli Mccurdy Email & Phone Number

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Determines eligibility of research subjects according to the IRB/protocol approved methodologies, coordinates study procedures, and monitors the progress of research studies or projects.Conducts study visit activities and coordinates screening, consenting, and scheduling of test, exams, and/or non-medical/behavioral interventions and assessments involving.

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

• Simultaneously conducted multiple types of infectious disease and oncological laboratory testing while maintaining accuracy to ensure high quality patient care.
• Analyzed patient results and testing documentation for correctness and initiated corrective action with appropriate personnel if necessary.
• Trained new employees and residents on FFPE extractions and STI testing to achieve high degree of proficiency.
• Developed a validation study on new instruments and effectively coordinating team members to ensure timely completion of study.

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

• Applied specialized knowledge of bacteriology to accurately identify organisms through the interpretation of gram stain, culture, and susceptibility in blood and body fluid specimens
• Correlated patient results with previous history and current gram stain and culture findings to ensure accurate interpretation and reporting of results
• Performed PCR testing for COVID-19, MRSA, Genital Group B Strep, Clostridium difficile toxin, and Enterovirus
• Performed and interpreted results of ELISA and lateral flow assays, including Shiga toxin and Cryptococcal antigen
• Maintained, troubleshooted, and analyzed patient specimens on systems such as Vitek, Bactec, Cepheid Gene Xpert, MALDI-TOF, LIAT, and Biofire Torch
• Ensured QA procedures were followed to confirm the validity of patient results and initiated corrective action if procedures were not met

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

• Collected specimens from auxiliary laboratories, evaluated specimen quality, and logged specimens in using CERNER computer system
• Processed specimens according to proper standards of procedures, including centrifuging and aliquoting
• Performed trich prep on BD Affirm™ and accurately and timely reported out patient results

Mls(Ascp)Cm, Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Microbiology, General

Activities and Societies: Women’s Ultimate Frisbee Club- Player, Philanthropy Officer, and Safety LeadPhilanthropy Officer August 2018 –.