Coco Xu
Rochester,NY
Summary
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Specimen Processing Technician
Rochester General Hospital
03.2023 - 04.2025
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by accurately processing and labeling specimens for testing.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring data integrity throughout the processing procedure.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current with industry best practices and advancements in specimen processing technology.
- Increased overall lab efficiency, consistently meeting daily processing quotas without compromising on quality standards.
Sales Associate, Cashier, and Customer
HUANG DISCOUNT STORE INC
04.2016 - 01.2023
- Ability to restock, rearrange, reorganize, and unwanted merchandise to its original display rack
- Staying up to date with latest or ongoing promotions
- Ability to efficiently promote sales to meet daily quotas
- Responding to customers complaints and questions efficiently and properly.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
College Grind Barista
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Ability to memorize and execute orders in efficient manner
- Customer Interaction to promote business and maximize sales
- Completed safety and liability training for equipment, monetary transactions, and customer information.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators or heating equipment to verify proper functioning.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace, enabling coworkers to locate resources and product.
- Wrapped, labeled and dated food items for sale.
- Cleaned and sanitized service or seating areas, complying to health protocols and food safety standards.
Intern
Rochester Institute of Technology
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Completed equipment maintenance and calibration tasks according to standards.
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
- Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
Intern
TUFTS UNIVERSITY
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed routine checks on sensitive lab equipment to achieve consistent and high-performing functionality.
- Interpreted test results and determined need for retesting.
- Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Reviewed experimental data to catch potential lab errors and correct mistakes.
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
Orientation Leader
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Lead a small group of 2020 first year students throughout the orientation program both virtually and in person
- Coordinate and host activities as well as campus tours
- Led 60-minute zoom session every evening.
- Communicated with students after orientation through social media and mail-ins.
- Answered questions, pointed out overlooked features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
Sales Associate
VICTORIA SECRET
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Ability to restock, rearrange, reorganize, and unwanted merchandise to its original display rack
- Staying up to date with latest or ongoing promotions
- Ability to efficiently promote sales to meet daily quotas
- Ability to efficiently provide customers the service they need.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
Sales Associate and Cashier
XU DISCOUNT STORE
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Ability to restock, rearrange, reorganize, and unwanted merchandise to its original display rack
- Staying up to date with latest or ongoing promotions
- Ability to efficiently promote sales to meet daily quotas
- Properly handling the cash registry and money.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY05.2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Attention to Detail
- Fast Learner
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Computer Skills
- Self-Motivated
- Multitasking and Organization
- Dependable and Reliable
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Workflow Optimization
Interests
ACTIVITIES
, Deaf Volleyball Association (DVA)
Archery
Asian Deaf Club (ADC)
Society of Asian Scientists & Engineers (SASE)
Asian Cultural Society (ACS), Interests: , Volleyball, reading books of various genres, eating delicious foods, solving puzzles, singing, playing
Guzheng, and watching YouTube.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional
American Sign Language
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Specimen Processing Technician
Rochester General Hospital
03.2023 - 04.2025
Intern
Rochester Institute of Technology
11.2022 - 12.2022
Intern
TUFTS UNIVERSITY
05.2022 - 07.2022
College Grind Barista
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
11.2020 - 01.2023
Orientation Leader
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
07.2020 - 08.2020
Sales Associate
VICTORIA SECRET
05.2019 - 08.2019
Sales Associate, Cashier, and Customer
HUANG DISCOUNT STORE INC
04.2016 - 01.2023
Sales Associate and Cashier
XU DISCOUNT STORE
01.2014 - 01.2018
Associate of Applied Science -
Rochester Institute of Technology
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