Adaptable Technician
Motivated worker with a diverse background and adaptable work ethic
Diverse worker with a background in biology, analytical chemistry, and clinical histotechnology. Diverse background in challenging occupations requiring adaptability and creative thinking. Disciplined scientist with multiple certifications authorized by the EPA and DEP in the area of analytical chemistry. Skilled at leading and working with a team to accomplish goals according to regulations and in a timely manner. Experienced with data entry and handling of legal documentation. Quality worker in a laboratory as verified by peers and secondary regulatory methods. Also experienced in direct care and customer service.
Professional Experience:
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Johnstown, PA - October 2016 - Present
Histotechnician
Responsible for fixing, embedding, cutting and staining patient tissue for subsequent analysis according to standards set by the College of American Pathologists. Experienced in immunohistocehmical staining including Her2 ISH. Also responsible for teaching histotechnology students.
Skills of Central PA Ebensburg, PA - April 2016 - October 2016
Direct Support Professional
Worked with adults with special needs in a group home setting. Received training in CPR, First Aid, Medicine Administration, De-escalation, and CPI restraints. Worked with individuals in order to help them attain personal goals that were important to them including: improving communication skills, self -expression, mobility and others.
Best Buy Johnstown, PA - October 2015 - March 2016
Computing / Digital Imaging Sales Consultant
Responsible for helping customers make informed decisions when working with and purchasing merchandise.
Community Living and Learning, Inc. Indiana, PA - May 2015 - September 2015
Resident Part-Time Worker
Responsible for helping adults with special needs to: attain personal goals, maintain living space, and self-advocate when possible. Annually renews training in CPR, First Aid, Medicine Administration, Financial Management, De-escalation and CPI restraints.
Penn Highlands Community College Johnstown, PA - August 2014-May 2015
Professional Tutor / Laboratory Assistant
Tutored fellow students in subjects including: biology and chemistry.
Aided in the development of an inventory management system which was then utilized for program accreditation.
Environmental Service Laboratories, Inc. Indiana, PA - August 2013 - August 2014
Field Technician / Laboratory Analyst (Wet Chemistry Department)
Obtained samples of various matrices from clients and homeowners. Scheduled multiple sampling appointments within each work day.
Analyzed and prepared samples of various matrices from multiple clients according to EPA regulations and company standard operating procedures.
Data was verified and used as evidence in court
Provided data for an award-winning filtration process
Lowe’s Indiana, PA - June 2013 - August 2013
Hardware Sales Associate
Maintain inventory and assist customers in completing projects in hardware section of Lowe’s of Indiana, PA.
Upward Bound Math and Science Program Indiana, PA - June 2013 - July 2013
Biology, Chemistry, SAT Prep Instructor/Program Coordinator
Instructed exceptional students in advanced techniques in the sciences as well as studying techniques for the SATs.
Northern Cambria School District Northern Cambria, PA - March 2013 – June 2013
Substitute Teacher
Followed general directions given by absent teacher while given the freedom to modify instruction as I saw fit.
Field Research Indiana, PA - July 2012 - August 2012
Research Assistant
Worked with a retired professor to conduct a census of aphid population...
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