Enthusiastic about continuous learning and developing a diverse skill set across technical and creative domains Passionate about automotive repair and restoration, with some experience in vehicle maintenance Skilled in computer hardware assembly, including building custom PCs Enjoy exploring Michigan through travel, engaging in home renovation projects, and practicing both digital and traditional art Avid reader across multiple genres, with interests in culinary arts, fitness, and nutrition I value quality time with friends and family and actively seek opportunities for personal growth
Crystal Antoon
St. Clair Shores
Summary
Dedicated and reliable Laboratory Assistant with hands-on experience in both collaborative and independent research environments. Demonstrates strong attention to detail, rapid learning capabilities, and a proactive approach to multitasking while adhering to established protocols. Experienced in training new team members to ensure continuity and excellence in laboratory operations. Passionate about advancing clinical research with a long-term goal of becoming a Director of Clinical Trials. Committed to contributing to the eradication of incurable diseases and earning recognition as a respected leader in the field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
Corewell Health
07.2024 - Current
- Quality check different specimens and process them using EPIC or laboratory equipment. Preparing specimens for testing and analysis and maintaining machinery.
- Collaboration with technicians and peers is just as crucial as it is with doctors and nurses. Problem solving, searching for specimens, and using critical thinking skills for efficiency in the lab is very common.
- Following HIPPA guidelines, using proper PPE, maintaining a clean workspace, knowing how to deal with spills or accidents, and accepting responsibility for such things.
- Record keeping, being a source of information to colleagues for procedure and equipment usage, training new hires, collecting documentation, handling hazardous materials, and tracking specimens in and out of the hospital is a daily practice.
- Repeatedly a go-to person by both supervisors and technologists for assistance. Always given high praises by upper management for work ethic and willingness to pick up shifts, stay longer hours, do extra side work, and train new hires on a whim.
Bookseller/Lead Barista
Barnes and Nobles
11.2021 - 07.2024
- Assisted customers in locating books and providing recommendations based on interests
- Writing interesting "shelf-talkers" to entice buying a certain book, creating intriguing displays on a whim, providing recommendations, assisting in social media posts, and choosing what books to face-out on shelves was all a part of the creative thinking portion of the job
- Using POS systems on the bookfloor and in the cafeteria and being able to maintain cash accuracy and integrity
- Pleasing customers with casual chatter about their interests and connecting them to products, while also assisting them with any questions or concerns
- Providing excellent drinks in the cafe and keeping many regulars coming back for me specifically helped to contribute to a very friendly environment and ensured satisfaction every day
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI08-2026
Skills
- Lab safety protocols
- Specimen processing
- Storing and disposal of hazardous material
- Pipetting techniques
- Centrifugation
- Quality control procedures
- Team collaboration
- EPIC software
- Customer service
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Attention to details
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Revive CPR LLC - Issued March 2024 - Expires March 2026
Interests
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
Corewell Health
07.2024 - Current
Bookseller/Lead Barista
Barnes and Nobles
11.2021 - 07.2024
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Macomb Community College