1. Thomas L. Armstrong
13136 Woodridge Ave.
La Mirada, CA 90638
Tboycolts@gmail.com
(714) 317-8963
Education
La Mirada High School – El Camino High School 1997-2001
Skills
Microsoft Word & Excel MAS90-MAS200, Misys & LIS lab systems
Professional Experience
Project Coordinator Clinical Trials
Focus Diagnostics, San Juan Capistrano, CA 2015
 Coordinate/manage overall inventory of specimen samples that are received.
 Guide and direct current Lead accessioner with incoming samples.
 Implement ideas to streamline customized studies.
 Work directly with the Director, Project Manager, and Clinical Trials Manager to
ensure that all requested study deadlines are met.
 Manage specimen inventory, shipping and destruction of completed project
samples.
 Initiate and/or collaborate on revision of project procedures.
 Responsible for coordinating and executing training of new employees or cross
training of current employees into project assay.
 Assist in processing specimens when needed.
Project Coordinator Clinical Trials
Focus Diagnostics, Cypress, CA 2014 - 2015
 Coordinate/manage overall inventory of specimen samples that are received.
 Guide and direct current Lead accessioner with incoming samples.
 Implement ideas to streamline customized studies.
 Work directly with the Director, Project Manager, and Clinical Trials Manager to
ensure that all requested study deadlines are met.
 Manage specimen inventory, shipping and destruction of completed project
samples.
 Initiate and/or collaborate on revision of project procedures.
 Responsible for coordinating and executing training of new employees or cross
training of current employees into project assay.

2.  Assist is processing specimens when needed.
Referral Testing / Logistics Rep. I
Focus Diagnostics, Cypress, CA 2008 - 2014
 Retrieve, sort, process and maintain integrity of specimens for shipment to
referral laboratories.
 Ensure sample quality and accuracy at all times. Identify and thoroughly
document problems for TIQ such as specimen types, missing information,
incorrect temperature, quantity not sufficient, etc. and elevate issues of concern to
Supervisor.
 Prepare specimens for shipment. Legibly completes and files all pertinent
documentation and ensures packages are prepared according to IATA
(International Air Transportation Association) regulation.
 Track and reconcile air bills for incoming shipments from clients and couriers
 Responsible for notification of courier issues, delayed shipments, delayed drivers,
missing deliveries and supplies
 Sort and mail Laboratory test reports accurately
Logistics Coordinator I
Focus Diagnostics, Cypress, CA 2004-2008
 Retrieve, sort, process and maintain integrity of specimens for shipment to
referral laboratories.
 Accurately perform data entry for tracking of return/forward specimens and
shipping/courier invoices in the LIS.
 Prepare specimens for shipment. Legibly completes and files all pertinent
documentation and ensures packages are prepared according to IATA
(International Air Transportation Association) regulation
Distribution / Customer Service Coordinator I
Focus Technologies, Cypress, CA 2000-2004
 Inventory control, document control / master control,
 Customer service, shipping and receiving,
 Annual physical inventory, MAS90-200 Inventory Applications