Education
••••• Truman State University Kirksville, MO
* BS Degree in Biology (Pre-Med)
* Minor in Psychology
•••••present University Of Nebraska Medical Center
MS Degree in Genetics (Cancer)
Employment Summary
University Of Nebraska Medical Center •••••••••• Cytogenetic Technologist II
Assist in specimen log in, set up, and harvesting
Analyze constitutional and cancer genetic specimens
Utilize Cytovision software for automated karyotyping
Write and review patient reports
Phlebotomy for controls and research
The Nebraska Medical Center
Service Center Coordinator ••••• * Coordinate collection, processing, storage and shipment of research specimens
* Act as liaison between laboratory staff and research staff
* Serve as primary contact for laboratory policy, procedure, and information
* Responsible for all reference laboratory reporting
Special Projects
Laboratory Information Filing System
6 months of research and data entry
Restructured information resources for Central Processing
Allowing coordination of all laboratory systems within the NMC
Weight Watchers Omaha, NE ••••• Weight Management Advisor
* Provided counseling for individuals seeking weight loss
* Educated members on health, nutrition, and exercise
* Supervised meetings, coordinated product distribution, and money management
Saint Joseph Hospital Omaha, NE ••••• Phlebotomist
* Obtained blood specimens
* Performed central processing skills
* Assisted medical technologists in hematology and general chemistry
* Performed small lab procedures and instrument maintenance.