Crystal Schaefer
Reno,NV
Summary
Dynamic Laboratory Technician III with extensive experience at Charles River Laboratories, excelling in specimen processing and chemical handling. Proven track record in enhancing team proficiency through effective training and maintaining rigorous quality control standards. Strong interpersonal communication skills complemented by meticulous attention to detail in data validation and documentation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician III
Charles River Laboratories
03.2017 - Current
- Operated basic laboratory equipment
- Cleaned and sterilized work space and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Reduced errors in data entry by meticulously reviewing and validating information before submission.
- Trained junior technicians on laboratory techniques and safety protocols, enhancing overall team proficiency.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Conducted Internal Audits in the Clinical Pathology Department, writing deviations, excel and various programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2029
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ05-2016
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sample preparation
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Specimen processing
- Chemical handling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Reagent preparation
- Specimen preparation
Timeline
Laboratory Technician III
Charles River Laboratories
03.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Arizona
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
Central Arizona College
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