Work with production and reusable medical device microbiology to create a sustainable cross trained environment. Coach and train the microbiologists and technician according to internal standards and international standards. Use innovative and projective thinking to expand the scopes available to our clients and improve the processes already in place. Write protocols, worksheets, design testing, and study direct both non-GLP and GLP studies. Act as a liaison between clients and the microbiologists and technicians. Problem solve issues that may be occurring with test results for clients in order to get the final results desired. Push ourselves as a team to provide the highest quality results at as rapid a pace as possible.

Develop, train and lead a team of technicians to ensure timely project completion in accordance with customer requirements. Performed microbiological testing on microbiological testing of medical devices following standards to including but not limited to: AAMI ST72, USP <643>, SM9215, USP <1231>, ISO 11737-1, ISO 10993-5, ASTM F2459-18, ANSI ST108, AAMI ST98, and ASTM F3438.Updated verifications and validations of equipment and processes from relocated from laboratories.Assists with the development of and performs, evaluates and interprets Research and Development (R&D) projects. Assists in implementing new methodologies. Successfully mitigate transfer risks and drive full implementation of equipment and testing certifications including ISO certification and GLP. Aids in report (data) generation

Applied USP <61> and USP <62> to samples collected using FDA BAM as guidance.Worked to establish an Environmental Monitoring system to keep track of laboratory cleanliness.Performed line validations for product lines using swabbing techniques.Performed acceptance testing for water within the laboratory and plant.

Endotoxin testing of In-Process Solutions, Raw Materials, Components and Finished Products utilizing KQCL techniques and assigned dilutionsBioburden testing of In-Process Solutions, Raw Materials and Components while in a Biological Safety Cabinet and sterile gowning.Create Agar Plates via pour plate procedures, read TSA plates and count coloniesUse of LIMS to document results and all consumables used while following GMP and GDP

Testing of tissue serology for specific infectious diseases based on testing markers in both a routine and time-sensitive mannerUsing computer software (LabVantage) to receive test orders, enter test details and archive all results received dailyFollowing complete Good Manufacturing Practices to assure compliance to appropriate guidelines surrounding clinical lab-based requirementsDocument, in detail, all procedures performed, including results and applicable timesTroubleshoot computers, software, machines and testing as needed to provide safe and consistent results.

Educated students from different backgrounds and learning abilities in human anatomy and physiology while utilizing multiple teaching techniques within the same classPrepared lectures, assignments, quizzes and tests to assess student knowledge and retention of concepts taughtProvided examples and scenarios of how information learned would correlate to future careers and improve knowledge base as a practitionerMaintained Ohio State accreditation through the continued study of education techniques to assist teaching students with a variety of learning styles and needs