IC-ICP-MS analysis for trace metals speciation using Dionex & Agilent instrumentation.

Managed lab of 25 staff.Interim Hg Group Lead - duties included: Methyl Mercury analysis via EPA 1630 using GC-CVAFS (Gas Chromatography and Cold-Vapor Atomic Fluorescence) for Methyl Mercury analysis.

Supervised TM group of up to 13 chemists & staff.Completed Lean training with TM group to improve process efficiencies and reduce turn-around-times.Conducted research project on comparison of EPA 1340 and CAB (California Arsenic Bioaccessibility) methods.Wrote, reviewed and revised SOP's (standard operating procedures).Continued performing Metals Chemist responsibilities, including ICP-MS analysis via EPA 6020.

Trace Metals TestingICP-MS operation, maintenance and troubleshooting; Agilent | 8800 Triple Quadrupole, Agilent | 8900 Triple Quadrupole, PerkinElmer NexION 350D, PerkinElmer ELAN DRC IIAnalytical ChemistryData AnalysisMicropipette calibration and maintenance

Trace Metals TestingICP-MS operation and maintenance; ELAN 6000, ELAN DRC plus, ELAN DRC II, NexION 300, Nexion 350Analytical ChemistryData AnalysiscGMPQA data reviewMicropipette Calibration and maintenanceSafety Committee

Lab Assistant LeadIn addition to Lab Assistant II duties, wrote & modified standard operating procedures, trained lab assistant staff, took membership roles on laboratory committees, and performed Annual Reference Lab Reviews.

Processed and prepared specimens for referral testing. Packaged and sent samples to outside reference laboratories. Acted as phone support for referral testing questions.

Processed and prepared specimens for clinical testing. Initiated first steps of clinical tests, including loading samples and reagents onto instruments and performing auxiliary tests. Phoned critical results to physicians and nurses. Acted as phone support for internal and external clients regarding laboratory testing.Highlights:— Developed and established new department for referral testing.— Assumed major role in Utilization Committee, November 2012 - May 2014. — Appointed to the Lab Ambassador Committee July 2013 - May 2014.— First lab assistant to assume the role of Lab Assistant II.— Awarded Hoag Pride Recognition three times, for going above and beyond expectations.— Earned excellent marks on performance reviews.

Assisted Pharmacist in typing, filling and sales of prescriptions. Pharmacy phone support for outpatient physician offices.