Austin Tautfest
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Utah School of Biology
11.2021 - Current
- Mutant screen of Cryptococcus Neoformans
- I am skilled in gel electrophoresis, grant drafting, microbial culturing, growth normalization, antibody staining, microscopy, data analysis, Image J, Excel, and General lab maintenance
- Publication in progress.
Medical Assistant
Ear Nose and Throat Center of Utah
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed patient intake, recorded medical histories, and communicated patient symptoms to specialist physicians
- Assisted in post-operative care, including splint, suture, and drain removals, and provided follow-up care and patient guidance
- Proficient in using AdvancedMD software.
Care Center of Utah
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Represented the Medical Examiner's office and over one hundred funeral homes, coordinating the transport of deceased individuals for autopsy or funeral services.
Closing Dispatch Manager
Finish Line Logistics
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Managed daily logistics, prepared work bags, and ensured driver support for efficient delivery operations.
Phlebotomist
Grifols, Plasma Center
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Completed extensive eight-week phlebotomy training and mastered venipuncture and blood draw techniques.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Biology -
The University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah05.2024
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Research and analysis
- Research methods
Certification
- President and founder of "Military Affiliated Students at the U" club, 08/2023 - 05/2024
- General and Organic Chemistry 1-2 TA, 08/2022 - 05/2024
- University of Utah Hockey, 2018 - 2021
Personal Ideology
I am a goal-oriented team player with a systematic task approach, emphasizing accuracy and efficiency. I excel in environments requiring both technical skills and careful execution of procedures.
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of Utah School of Biology
11.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Ear Nose and Throat Center of Utah
11.2020 - 11.2021
Care Center of Utah
07.2020 - 11.2020
Closing Dispatch Manager
Finish Line Logistics
05.2020 - 07.2020
Phlebotomist
Grifols, Plasma Center
07.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor's Degree in Biology -
The University of Utah