Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ

Medical Laboratory Scientist

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Timeline
About me
CLS(CA/FL/MT)
Education
- College of American Pathologists
  2022 -
  Certificate Inspection Team Member Training
  The CAP relies on its partnership with our volunteer inspectors to offer an educational, peer-based approach to inspections. Our inspectors share their expertise to reduce risk and improve patient care. Their hard work, knowledge, and steadfast commitment to quality are invaluable assets to our Accreditation Programs.CAP inspectors have the opportunity to observe and learn from a variety of laboratory environments. You’ll gain fresh insight into best practices that you can take back to… Show more The CAP relies on its partnership with our volunteer inspectors to offer an educational, peer-based approach to inspections. Our inspectors share their expertise to reduce risk and improve patient care. Their hard work, knowledge, and steadfast commitment to quality are invaluable assets to our Accreditation Programs.CAP inspectors have the opportunity to observe and learn from a variety of laboratory environments. You’ll gain fresh insight into best practices that you can take back to your laboratory plus you’ll be better prepared to identify gaps in your own compliance efforts helping you to prepare for your laboratory’s inspection. Specialty inspectors truly understand the issues and technology of their specialty, providing valuable insight and practical advice to the laboratory being inspected Show less
- American Society for Clinical Pathology
  2018 - 2018
  Certificate Leadership Institute
  Comprehensive Leadership Training for the Laboratory Medicine TeamThe Leadership Institute is the lab team’s complete resource for practical, customizable leadership training developed to enhance pathologists’ and laboratory professionals’ effectiveness in the lab.Facilitated by ASCP’s organizational and leadership experts, the Leadership Institute teaches participants to adapt their behavior, communication skills, and leadership styles to be effective in a variety of workplace… Show more Comprehensive Leadership Training for the Laboratory Medicine TeamThe Leadership Institute is the lab team’s complete resource for practical, customizable leadership training developed to enhance pathologists’ and laboratory professionals’ effectiveness in the lab.Facilitated by ASCP’s organizational and leadership experts, the Leadership Institute teaches participants to adapt their behavior, communication skills, and leadership styles to be effective in a variety of workplace situations. The Leadership Institute covers core competencies in Leadership and Organizational Development:Communication Skills, Self-Awareness, Conflict Resolution, & Organizational Effectiveness. Show less
- American Society for Clinical Pathology
  2018 - 2018
  Certificate Lab Management University - Fundamentals
  ASCP and the American Pathology Foundation (APF) collaborated to develop and deliver a variety of courses to further skills and knowledge in laboratory management. Through these comprehensive education resources, one can achieve career goals and improve the performance of the laboratory.The Lab Management University (LMU) Program is a certificate program that focuses on the five competencies of lab management:Personnel Management, Financial Management, Operations, Informatics, &… Show more ASCP and the American Pathology Foundation (APF) collaborated to develop and deliver a variety of courses to further skills and knowledge in laboratory management. Through these comprehensive education resources, one can achieve career goals and improve the performance of the laboratory.The Lab Management University (LMU) Program is a certificate program that focuses on the five competencies of lab management:Personnel Management, Financial Management, Operations, Informatics, & Compliance Show less
- Billings Senior High School
  1998 - 2002
  High School Diploma
- University of North Dakota
  2012 - 2015
  Master of Science (MS) Medical Laboratory Science
  Activities and Societies: Sigma Phi Epsilon
- Montana State University Billings
  2002 - 2007
  Associate of Science (AS) General Studies
- Montana State University Billings
  2007 - 2011
  Bachelor of Science (BS) Biology, Medical Laboratory Science Option
- The University of Montana
  2002 - 2007
  Microbiology
  Activities and Societies: Sigma Phi Epsilon- Montana Alpha, University of Montana Symphonic Orchestra- Cellist
- University of North Dakota
  2010 - 2011
  Post-Graduate Certificate (Cert) Clinical Laboratory Science
  Activities and Societies: Sigma Phi Epsilon
Experience
- Big Horn Memorial Hospital Association
  May 2011 - Jun 2012
  Medical Laboratory Scientist
  Perform blood analysis & study morphology of blood constituents in order to obtain data for use in diagnosis & treatment of disease. Perform Quality Asscurance & Quality Control for diagnostic purposes to follow CLIA and State regulations. Sit as an advisor on the Board of Infection Control & Epidemiology.
- Big Horn Hospital Association
  May 2011 - Jun 2012
  Medical Laboratory Liason for the Board of Infection Control & Epidemiology
  I assist in the prevention & control of infectious diseases in the hospital association network.
- Yellowstone Pathology Institute, Inc
  Jul 2012 - Apr 2024
  Used a team approach to identify and solve problems while communicating issues, concerns and solutions to and from the bench staff. Assisted the Laboratory Operations & Quality Management Director & Executive Director in maintaining compliance with regulatory agency standards as well as maintained Policies & Procedures to meet CAP requirements. Provided assistance to the Laboratory Operations & Quality Management Director, Business Manager, & Executive Director with capital equipment and staffing needs. Oversaw daily operation & maintenance processes, as well as ensuring employee competency assessments were on time while coaching & mentoring existing and new staff to promote team building and skills development in the department. Fulfilled the responsibilities of General Supervisor, as defined by CLIA, and as defined and delegated by the Laboratory Director. Show less Performed 10 color / 3 laser flow cytometry on bone marrow, peripheral blood, lymph node and body fluid samples for the detection of Leukemia/Lymphoma phenotyping, High-Sensitivity Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria evaluation, CD34+ Stem Cell enumeration (Single/Dual Platform: ISHAGE), Fetal Hemoglobin detection, Direct Platelet Antibodies, Reticulated Platelet Quantification, Bronchoalveolar Lavage TCell subset analysis for Sarcoidoisis, BCell enumeration, TCell/Natural Killer Cell Subset Analysis, and BCell Subset Analysis using the NovoCyte Advanteon Flow Cytometer (Agilent), & previously the Gallios & FC500 (Beckman Coulter) Systems. Performed slide procurement on Bone Marrow and Peripheral Blood specimens. Performed Validation, Precision, Sensitivity and Lower Limit of Detection Studies for the above stated methodologies. Performed molecular pathology testing utilizing the Panther System (GenProbe) for HPV, HPV genotypes 16, 18, & 45, NG/CT, Trichomonas, & SARS-CoV2. Performed slide procurement for Ultrasound-Guided and Computerized Tomography Scan-Guided Thyroid & Lymph Node Fine Needle Aspiration procedures. Performed Immunohistochemistry antibody application utilizing the Benchmark Ultra (Ventana) System. Safety Liaison for the Flow Cytometry Laboratory under the direction of the Pathology Practice Safety Officer/Quality Management Director. Assisted in CAP self-inspections in the Flow Cytometry Laboratory. Show less
  - Team Lead Flow Cytometry Laboratory
    Jan 2023 - Apr 2024
  - Medical Laboratory Scientist/Flow Cytometrist
    Jul 2012 - Apr 2024
- Quest Diagnostics
  Apr 2024 - now
  Medical Laboratory Scientist
  Conducts a full range of laboratory tests, from routine to complex, in chemistry, hematology, immunology, and urinalysis on biologic specimens to provide information necessary for the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Problem solves issues with specimens, testing, and instrumentation. Evaluates, develops, and validates diagnostic testing and instrumentation.
Licenses & Certifications
- Supervisor General
  State of Tennessee Medical Laboratory Board
  Jul 2025
- CLS(CA) - Clinical Laboratory Scientist
  State of California
  Feb 2020
- QLSᶜᵐ - Qualification in Laboratory Safety
  ASCP BOC
  Mar 2018
- SCYM(ASCP)ᶜᵐ - Specialist in Cytometry
  ASCP BOC
  Jun 2017
- CLS(MT) - Clinical Laboratory Scientist
  State of Montana
  May 2011
- MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐ - Medical Laboratory Scientist
  ASCP BOC
  May 2011
- QCYMᶜᵐ - Qualification in Cytometry
  ASCP BOC
  Mar 2013
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
  Who's Who in America Marquis Publications Who's Who in America Jun 2022
- Awarded to Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
  Associate Member Sigma Xi Scientific Honor Research Honor Society 2020 Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society is the international honor society of science and engineering. One of the oldest and largest scientific organizations in the world, Sigma Xi has a distinguished history of service to science and society for more than one hundred and twenty five years. Scientists and engineers, whose research spans the disciplines of science and technology, comprise the membership of the Society. Sigma Xi chapters can be found at colleges and universities… Show more Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society is the international honor society of science and engineering. One of the oldest and largest scientific organizations in the world, Sigma Xi has a distinguished history of service to science and society for more than one hundred and twenty five years. Scientists and engineers, whose research spans the disciplines of science and technology, comprise the membership of the Society. Sigma Xi chapters can be found at colleges and universities, government laboratories, and industry research centers around the world. More than 200 Nobel Prize winners have been members. Show less
- Awarded to Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
  40 Under Forty American Society for Clinical Pathology Jul 2019 This prestigious ASCP recognition program celebrates the brightest emerging leaders and innovators of pathology, laboratory medicine, and ASCP.A committee of ASCP pathologists, laboratory professionals and resident members evaluates candidates based on their accomplishments, experience, leadership skills, and their dedication to innovation in the field of laboratory medicine and pathology.
- Awarded to Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
  Member in Good Standing for top Graduate Studies Golden Key International Honour Society May 2014 An international honor society with more than 400 chapters at colleges and universities around the world. Golden Key is committed to a high standard of scholastic achievement, and an ethos of integrity, innovation, respect, collaboration and diversity granting membership through invitation by top performing undergraduate and graduate students.
- Awarded to Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
  Member in Good Standing for top Graduate Studies International Distinguished Scholars (formerly The National Honor & Merit Scholars Society) 2014 An academic honor society dedicated to recognizing, rewarding, and honoring students from all academic disciplines. All of the constituent members have shown a responsible, sincere and zealous endeavor in both their academic and their recreational lives. The Society provides academic and career benefits, leadership and service experiences, access to discounts and savings, as well as scholarship opportunities.
- Awarded to Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
  National Student Honor Award American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) 2014 In Recognition of Outstanding Academic Achievement and Leadership Activities in the Medical Laboratory Sciences.
- Awarded to Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
  Key to the Future American Society of Clinical Laboratory Science Jun 2013 The Key to the Future is awarded to a member who has demonstrated leadership potential in the profession as well as in life itself and who has not previously received this award.
Volunteer Experience
- Career Ambassador 2.0
  Issued by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) on Jun 2019
  Associated with Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
- Northwest Regional Representative - Council of Laboratory Professionals
  Issued by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) on Sept 2016
  Associated with Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
- Chairman Of The Board - Clinical Laboratory Science Practitioners
  Issued by State of Montana on Oct 2019
  Associated with Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
- Board Member - Clinical Laboratory Science Practitioners
  Issued by State of Montana on Apr 2012
  Associated with Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
- District III Nominations Chair - Montana State Society
  Issued by American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science on Jan 2014
  Associated with Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ
- Director at Large - Montana State Society
  Issued by American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science on Jan 2012
  Associated with Troy G. Krieger, MS, MLS(ASCP)ᶜᵐSCYMᶜᵐ,QLSᶜᵐ