Crista Haver
Midlothian
Summary
Highly driven Technical Trainer & Processor with over one year of critical accessioning experience in a high-volume pathology environment. Core expertise is centered on the physical management and triage of potentially biohazardous specimens, executing protocols equivalent to Chain of Custody to ensure an unbroken documentation trail and data integrity. Recently designated as a Trainer, proven in procedural compliance, complex problem resolution, and positioning for transition into Evidence Management or Forensic Science roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Accessioning Clerk I & Trainer (3rd Shift)
PathGroup
09.2024 - Current
- Biohazard and Contamination Control: Operated daily within a certified laboratory environment, applying rigorous contamination control standards and safety protocols during the handling, triage, and processing of high-volume, potentially biohazardous specimens.
- Forensic-Equivalent Traceability: Guided the entire physical specimen pathway for both clinical and histology specimens, executing protocols equivalent to Chain of Custody (CoC) procedures. Ensured an unbroken documentation trail for accessioning, storage, and secure PHI disposal, which directly parallels critical evidence handling requirements in a forensic setting.
- Self-Sufficient Problem Resolution: Executed authoritative control over the process for documenting and routing the majority of problem cases; ensured final departmental handoff was compliant following assessment of specimen severity and integrity.
- Procedure Training & Enforcement: Served as a designated Trainer, mentoring new staff and enforcing adherence to detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), demonstrating expertise in compliance and procedural consistency essential for QA standards.
- Critical Data Accessioning: Executed technical accessioning of high-volume clinical and histology specimens by performing accurate manual or manifest-pull data input of diagnosis codes (e.g., ICD-10), demographics, specimen part types, and testing orders into the LIS with a focus on data integrity.
General Microbiology Teaching Assistant
SHSU
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Technical Standard Enforcement: Enforced strict aseptic technique and contamination control protocols for students, directly instructing pure culture maintenance and ensuring a non-compromised environment for sensitive biological work.
- Quality Control and Data Integrity: Managed and monitored complex biological experiments, including bacterial growth and toxicity screenings, to ensure accurate data collection and reliable experimental outcomes under laboratory conditions.
- Instruction and Technical Support: Delivered concise technical instruction and troubleshooted complex experimental issues in real-time, functioning as a primary resource for students on methodology and safety compliance.
Resident Advisor
SHSU
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Technical Standard Enforcement: Enforced strict aseptic technique and contamination control protocols for students, directly instructing pure culture maintenance and ensuring a non-compromised environment for sensitive biological work.
- Quality Control and Data Integrity: Managed and monitored complex biological experiments, including bacterial growth and toxicity screenings, to ensure accurate data collection and reliable experimental outcomes under laboratory conditions.
- Instruction and Technical Support: Delivered concise technical instruction and troubleshooted complex experimental issues in real-time, functioning as a primary resource for students on methodology and safety compliance.
Education
B.S. - Forensic Chemistry, Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Tx05.2024
A.S. - General Studies
Navarro College
Midlothian, Tx05.2020
Skills
- Biohazard Handling (BSL-1 & BSL-2 Environments)
- Aseptic Technique
- Specimen Triage & Accessioning
- Quantitative Analysis
- Instrumental Analytical Chemistry
- LIS/EHR Systems
- Basic Microbiology Techniques
- Chain of Custody (CoC) Protocols
- Technical Incident Report Writing
- Quality Assurance (QA)
- Regulatory Compliance (HIPAA/PHI)
- Contamination Control
- Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Enforcement
- Designated Training & Mentorship
- Complex Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis Management & Response
- Team Cohesion
- Self-Sufficient Execution
Skills And Proficiencies
Biohazard Handling (BSL-1 & BSL-2 Environments), Aseptic Technique, Specimen Triage & Accessioning, Quantitative Analysis, Instrumental Analytical Chemistry, LIS/EHR Systems, Basic Microbiology Techniques, Chain of Custody (CoC) Protocols, Technical Incident Report Writing, Quality Assurance (QA), Regulatory Compliance (HIPAA/PHI), Contamination Control, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Enforcement, Designated Training & Mentorship, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Crisis Management & Response, Team Cohesion, Self-Sufficient Execution
Coursework
- Advanced Laboratory Methods & Data Analysis: Forensic Chemistry, Instrumental Analytical Chemistry, Quantitative Analysis, Elementary Statistical Methods, Fundamentals of Forensic Biology, General Microbiology, Introductory Genetics, Organic Chemistry Lab I & II, Biochemistry I.
- Forensic Investigation & Documentation: Crime Scene Investigation Techniques, Physical Evidence Techniques, Criminal Investigation, Fundamentals of Criminal Law, Intro to Technical Writing.
Timeline
Accessioning Clerk I & Trainer (3rd Shift)
PathGroup
09.2024 - Current
General Microbiology Teaching Assistant
SHSU
01.2024 - 05.2024
Resident Advisor
SHSU
08.2021 - 01.2024
B.S. - Forensic Chemistry, Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
A.S. - General Studies
Navarro College