George Rush
Richmond Hill
Summary
Laboratory Technician with 20+ years of experience in Medical, Research, and Environmental Surveillance Laboratories. Expert Supervisor that efficiently managed multiple teams of employees, work schedules, evaluations and appraisals, awards, employee timecards and leave, contracts, equipment acquisitions and accountability, procedures and policies, and customer relations. Proven track record of professionalism and maintaining a welcoming environment. Has zero tolerance for and never received any safety, discriminatory, or harassment violations throughout career. Clinical Laboratory Scientist that is experienced in multiple environments (Medical Centers, Community Hospitals, Clinics, and Combat Zones). Well versed in all Core Lab, Microbiology, Blood Bank, and Donor Center Operations. Trusted agent with years of experience Biological Research and Protection. Experienced in BSL-3 and BSL-4 environments with a Top Secret SCI clearance. Worked at the pinnacle of Military Defense at the Pentagon and US Army Medical Institute of Infectious Diseases. Inspiring student instructor with a proven record of successful students. Served as Site Coordinator for Medical Laboratory Technician Students and Interns. A Master Resiliency Trainer with 20 years experience in training Soldiers in a multitude of tasks.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Department Manager
U.S. Army
Fort Stewart, GA
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor for Patient Services, including Pathology, Radiology, Pharmacy, Physical Rehabilitation, and the Nutritional Care Division. Advised ancillary departments on operational and personnel matters.
- Managed the Department of Pathology at Winn Army Community Hospital, servicing a population of over 56,000 beneficiaries. Oversaw laboratory operations for the hospital and three outlying clinic laboratories.
- Supervised daily operations for Military and Civilian Laboratory personnel. Managed all schedules, shifts, and leaves. Was responsible for all Military evaluations, awards, and actions. Managed Civilian time-card, pay reporting, appraisals, and awards.
- Ensured laboratory compliance for the CAP and the Joint Commission inspections. Received over 99% rating in both.
- Managed COVID-19 testing for the entire Low Country Market region during extreme COVID-19 peaks and variant surges with zero loss to patient care and 100% patient accuracy.
- Functioned as the Medical Laboratory Technician Training Site Coordinator for 15 students. Increased the program to full capacity and guided students to achieve a 100% pass rate on the ASCP national certification exam.
- Served as the equipment acquisitions and accountability officer. Successfully acquired over $1M in equipment and supplies, and maintained accountability of over $2M in assets with zero losses.
Defense Laboratory and Security Manager
Department of Defense, United States Army
Washington, DC
10.2016 - 01.2021
- Served as the Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Protection Directorate Laboratory for the Pentagon Force Protection Agency.
- Safeguarded the Pentagon, it’s 26,000 occupants, and 18 key facilities in the National Capital Region from CBRN threats. Responsible for the deployment, operation, and maintenance of the Agency’s Environmental Sampling Program and Mail Sampling Program. Conducted daily testing for CBRN threats with zero breaches over the entire four-year tenure.
- Served as Security Manager for over 100 CBRN Protection Directorate and Pentagon Force Protection Agency employees. Managed the Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility, Open-Secret areas, clearances, classified information and couriers, locks, safes, mobile devices, and permits with zero violations.
- Liaised clearances and visits with the FBI, Secret Service, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, and many other agencies. Served as a Trusted Agent, First Responder, and served on the Enhanced Honor Cordon, providing direct first line protection to the Secretary of Defense during foreign dignitary visits. Provided bio-threat surveillance for the 2017 Presidential Inauguration and other high target events.
- Spearheaded laboratory advancement to Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) operations. Supported public health operations for the Department of Homeland Security’s Bio-Watch Program. Ensured ISO Accreditation compliance over 99%.
- Gained national certification in HAZMAT Operations and CBRN Responder. Attended Medical Effects of Ionizing Radiation, used knowledge gained to implement new detection capabilities at the Pentagon. Attended Pandemics, Bioterrorism, and Global Health Security Course at George Mason University to apply to the mission. Served on the PFPA Accident Review and Mishap Prevention Board and gained OSHA Instructor certification.
- Recognized by the agency for saving over $350K by reorganizing and consolidating equipment across three warehouses. Maintained accountability of over $1.2M of equipment with zero losses. Provided oversight of operations during mail facility transition, successfully protected over $1.4B in infrastructure and over 32,000 personnel.
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
U.S. Army
Fort Myer, VA
02.2015 - 10.2016
- Served as the Clinic Senior Supervisor at the Andrew Rader U.S. Army Health Clinic. Was responsible for the planning, operations, training, morale, welfare, and professional development of 45 Soldiers and their families. Advised and assisted the Clinic Detachment Commander and Senior Enlisted Advisor in daily operations, policy, and management.
- Simultaneously served as Chief of Laboratory Services at the Andrew Rader U.S. Army Health Clinic. Directly supervised and trained four civilian personnel and three Soldiers. Ensured timely and efficient laboratory services to over 14,000 enrolled Service Members, Retirees, and Family Members in the National Capital Region.
- Oversaw the processing of over 81,000 annual laboratory samples with zero patient harm and a 99% patient satisfaction rating. Led the laboratory through the Joint Commission Survey, resulting in zero findings or deficiencies.
- Completed the Master Resiliency Trainer (MRT) course with a score of 97.1%, the highest test grade in a class of over 50 senior leaders. Used knowledge to conduct 29 hours of MRT and MRT-Medical training, resulting in over 95% of the 150 personnel in the organization fully trained.
- Served as the Tobacco Free Living (TFL) Action Officer. Successfully established all four Tobacco Free Medical Campuses and TFL policies that promoted health and wellness among patients and staff.
- Improved clinic statistics to 96% for the Region’s Top 10 training requirements with every individual trained above 90%. Increased unit morale and supported the Performance Triad with the annual "Rader Bowl" and Inaugural Push-up Challenge. Helped implement clinic policies, safety protocols, and a highly successful “Active Shooter” exercise.
- Appointed as a Temperature Sensitive Medical Products (TSMP) Coordinator for the clinic, implemented new TSMP policies and monitoring equipment to protect valuable temperature sensitive medical supplies. Prevented a substantial loss by identifying and coordinated the emergency movement of $200K of temperature sensitive medical supplies. There were zero losses of TSMP during tenure as coordinator.
- Was responsible for the serviceability and accountability of over $200,000 of laboratory equipment, with zero losses.
Research Laboratory Supervisor
U.S. Army
Tripler Army Medical Center, HI
10.2013 - 02.2015
- Served as the Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge for the Department of Clinical Investigation and Forensic Toxicology Drug Testing Laboratory, consisting of over 90 employees. Served as the first line supervisor for 25 employees. Managed sponsorship, work schedules, evaluations, and over $1.5M in Contractor payroll with zero errors or delinquencies.
- Assisted with annual operating budget in excess of $5.5M supporting research in the advancement of health care for Soldiers, expertly managed 20 contracts valued over $6.9M, and maintained responsibility of equipment in excess of $450K with zero losses.
- Provided sophisticated molecular, histological, and physiological research and clinical lab skills training to advance health care support with over 5,000 analyses. Ensured a successful Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care accreditation site visit which earned seven accolades and zero deficiencies for the Institutional Animal Care Program.
- Managed over 60 facility maintenance and improvement projects that enabled strategic planning to launch a $49M renovation of the building. Served as the Safety Compliance Officer and Chemical Hygiene Officer.
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
U.S. Army
Helmand Province, Afghanistan
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Served as the U.S. Contingent Laboratory Supervisor in a 62-bed, multinational combat hospital deployed in Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Worked with British and Danish military in support of NATO, performing advanced blood banking, clinical laboratory procedures in hematology, immunohematology, serology, and clinical chemistry. Managed personnel, laboratory operations, and life-saving blood products during continuous, traumatic, high-stress, mass casualty operations.
- Managed the storage, distribution, and reporting of over 1,000 blood products, valued over $190K, stocked at any given time. Coordinated six Emergency Donor Panel drives, screening over 350 Soldiers which resulted in 200 potential emergency blood donors.
- Provided 80 hours of mentorship while training 20 Afghan National Army Soldiers in mission essential concepts, complex procedures, and proper laboratory protocols. Trained over 80 personnel on heat injuries and weapon safety and provided professional development classes for 26 Soldiers.
- Served as Point of Care Testing Manager, Fortification Materials Manager, and Rations Manager.
- Facilitated sporting events, celebrations to increase morale and camaraderie across the various national forces. Volunteered over 150 hours of personal time to engineer over 20 “quality of life” projects for the facility. Served on the Color Guard, assisted in flying over 300 flags in honor of our country.
Medical Laboratory Shift Supervisor
U.S. Army
Tripler Army Medical Center, HI
12.2011 - 03.2013
- Served as Shift Supervisor for evening, night, and weekend shifts in the Core Laboratory of Tripler Army Medical Center. Managed the daily workload and training requirements of 17 employees.
- Served as the Night Shift Lead at a high pace Medical Center. Consistently worked the most demanding Core Lab section unassisted due to expertise and efficiency. Reviewed documentation and results of all other employees after each shift.
- Supervised, maintained training records, and proctored exams for 24 Medical Laboratory Technician Phase II Students through seven didactic areas within the Core Lab.
- Implemented a work schedule that significantly enhanced the department’s efficiency and ensured seamless operations during personnel shortages.
- Managed over 93 gallons of hazardous waste disposal IAW the Joint Commission standards. Conducted numerous audits and data collection to ensure 100% compliance with CAP requirements. Organized six fire drills for over 17 personnel across different shifts to ensure 100% compliance with CAP, TJC, and Hospital Safety.
- Maintained accountability and ensured the serviceability of over $1.7M worth of Morgue equipment with no losses.
Biological Research Supervisor
U.S. Army
Fort Detrick, MD
12.2010 - 11.2011
- Served as the Enlisted Manager of the Bacteriology Division at the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, comprised of 56 personnel. Ensured completion of all requirements and training for 18 military personnel. Directly supervised seven Soldiers in support of 11 separate Primary Investigators to accomplish over 6,000 laboratory research procedures. Advised Division Chief on military mission and personnel issues.
- Mentored three employees to attain ASCP national certifications and one into the Public Health Agency Commissioning Program.
- Commended for presenting Combat Hospital Deployment classes at a Tri-Service Laboratory Seminar for over 3000 attendees. Achieved top 10% of the class while attending an Advanced Leadership Course.
- Maintains supervisory oversight of over $3.9M of property, equipment, and supplies. Expertly coordinated the movement and storage of $250K in equipment during strict time constraints. Maintained accountability of $500K in equipment with zero losses.
Medical Laboratory Technician
U.S. Army
Mosul, Iraq
12.2009 - 11.2010
- Served as a Medical Laboratory Technician for a deployed Combat Support Hospital in Iraq, providing level III combat casualty care in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 10-11 and Operation New Dawn. Was responsible for the testing of all specimens in all areas of the laboratory. Maintained supplies for daily operations, ensured quality control was completed by all personnel, and identified any potential clinical issues. Directly supervised, trained, and mentored one Soldier.
- Reported 1,400 monthly laboratory results, 80 reference laboratory shipments, and processed 807 blood products with zero deficiencies.
- Served as the subject matter expert on Blood Donor Operations for emergency whole blood drives. Expertly coordinated blood draws for 100 people within 1.5 hours to ensure minimal impact to standard operations.
- Successfully performed an individual Military Civil Medical Operation mission to improve the future medical care for the local Iraqi and Peshmerga Army population. Earned an award for the quality of his assessment report, which became the standard for the organization.
- Established Point of Care Testing programs for the Intensive Care Ward and Operating Room, training 30 staff members, setting a standard where none previously existed.
Biological Research Technician
U.S. Army
Fort Detrick, MD
09.2007 - 12.2009
- Served as a Research Laboratory Technician in the Bacteriology Division at the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases. Worked in support of a Primary Investigator to accomplish a multitude of laboratory research procedures on select bacterial agents.
- Received Top Secret security clearance and training to work in BSL-3 laboratories.
- Specialized in PCR and gel electrophoresis of DNA.
Medical Laboratory Technician
U.S. Army
Fort Riley, KS
03.2002 - 08.2007
- Served as a Medical Laboratory Technician at Irwin Army Community Hospital. Specialized in hematology, coagulation, chemistry, blood bank, urinalysis, serology, STAT microbiology, and phlebotomy.
- Worked all shifts to include evening, night, and weekend shift unassisted. Served as primary on-call personnel due to exceptional competence, experience, and dependability.
- Managed the Troop Clinic Laboratory, supervising three employees. Was solely responsible for checklist and preparation for CAP Inspection of the clinic laboratory, resulting in zero deficiencies.
- Assisted with morgue operations and occasional autopsies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Georgia Southern University
Savannah12-2026
Skills
- Staff management
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Performance improvement
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Customer service
Timeline
Medical Department Manager
U.S. Army
01.2021 - 02.2023
Defense Laboratory and Security Manager
Department of Defense, United States Army
10.2016 - 01.2021
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
U.S. Army
02.2015 - 10.2016
Research Laboratory Supervisor
U.S. Army
10.2013 - 02.2015
Medical Laboratory Supervisor
U.S. Army
03.2013 - 10.2013
Medical Laboratory Shift Supervisor
U.S. Army
12.2011 - 03.2013
Biological Research Supervisor
U.S. Army
12.2010 - 11.2011
Medical Laboratory Technician
U.S. Army
12.2009 - 11.2010
Biological Research Technician
U.S. Army
09.2007 - 12.2009
Medical Laboratory Technician
U.S. Army
03.2002 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Georgia Southern University