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Millcreek, Utah, United States

Conducted regular rounds to identify and treat patient infections. Ensured that all patient and staff areas were kept clean to prevent infections. Worked with doctors to confirm identify and treat patient infections. Evaluate and provide HAIs data to state and national agencies. Ensured that sanitary procedures were implemented to prevent the spread of infections. Participated in research projects to determine better infection control methods. Assisted with the drafting and implementation of infection control procedures. Provided training to other nursing staff on updated infection control procedures. Assisted with patient examinations to check for signs of infection.

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Responsible for preforming complex laboratory techniques in support of the Bone Marrow Transplantation programs at Huntsman Cancer Institute and Primary’s Children Hospital; apheresis collection, processing, storing, and the infusion of peripheral stem cell or bone marrow products used for hematopoietic rescue or bone marrow transplants. Provides the design, execution, analyses, interpretation, and presentation of patient product.

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Perform routine nucleic acid extractions of infectious diseases including SAR-CoV-2. Review and process instrument analysis to meet urgent patient turn-around-times. Responsible for maintaining CLIA and State of New York guidelines to insure the highest quality laboratory standards. Sustain laboratory and instrument maintenance record in a LIMS system to uphold compliance. Work closely with multiple departments to understand workflow performance. Actively engaged in the development of workplace improvements.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

The idea of bringing about the next generation of contraceptive started from a molecular modeling lecture almost 3 years ago. An introduction to the power of applied molecular modeling techniques to create better designed drugs led to the exploration of how similar approaches could be leveraged for rapid screening and optimization of novel contraceptive agents.

Salt Lake City, Utah

Developed and delivered strategies to improve laboratory production. Directed and delegated tasks to 6+ laboratory technicians. Processed various types of birthing material while upholding sterility and quality standards via aseptic technique. Adhered to GDP, as well as ISO-7 and ISO-8 cleanroom quality standards and regulations. Worked alongside various departments to insure efficient and cohesive workflow on all fronts. Responsible for all laboratory inventory, as well as instrument and equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Served as a primary liaison between equipment distributors and laboratory management.

Salt Lake City, Utah

Orem, Ut

Responsible for making reagents, media, and cultures to keep a stocked laboratory. Additional responsibilities include: preparing biological stocks, maintaining cell lines, and repairing laboratory equipment. Trained laboratory technicians and faculty to utilize laboratory. Restructured the microbiology laboratory to incorporate a strong emphasis on research. Overhauled the organization of inventory and lab space.

Orem, Ut

"The presence of Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing coliforms in Utah birds" (presented at AAAS 2017 conference) - "The presence of Extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing coliforms in Utah waste water " (presented at AAAS 2018 conference)

Provo, Utah Area

Responsible for organizing, stocking, having knowledge of product, and completing tasks on time. Gained patience, attentiveness to detail, clear communication skills, time management, and the ability to undertake other responsibilities.

Ogden, Ut

Master Of Science - Ms, Bioinformatics

Part-time class schedule: Foundation of Bioinformatics, Clinical Database Design

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Biology, General