Dara Purdy
Anatomy Lab Assistant
Aurora,CO
Summary
Reliable problem-solver who has excellent communication skills and works well under pressure. Bringing a strong work ethic, attention to detail, adaptability and a positive attitude.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Anatomy Lab Assistant
CU Anschutz Medical Campus
Aurora , CO
09.2022 - Current
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Maintained inventory
- Prepared biological samples for shipping
- Maintained confidentiality of decedents
- Organized laboratory
- Embalmed decedents
- Maintained clean working environment
- Harvested organs
- Prepared anatomy labs for gross dissection classes
- Completed administrative tasks related to living donor program
- Strict adherence to standard operating procedures and quality standards
- Day to day clerical duties such as sorting, maintaining filing system, data entry, and appointment setting
Professional Assistant
Boulder Healing Hub
Boulder, CO
08.2016 - 03.2020
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Followed detailed instructions and completed tasks in self guided manner
- Problem solving ways to complete simple and complex mechanical and administrative tasks
- Processed paperwork, entering and recording information in electronic form
- Some experience utilizing MS Office Suite, Excel and Teams
- Operated computer, scanner, printer and fax machine
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Human Anatomy And Physiology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO 08.2011 - 05.2018
Integrative Massage
Massage Therapy Institute of Colorado - Denver
Denver, CO 01.2008 - 12.2008
Skills
Attention to detail
Self motivated
Laboratory safety
Adaptability
Documenting and recording
Active listening
Critical thinking
Communication
Professionalism
Time management
Self-starter
Positive attitude
Community Involvement
Forensic Autopsy Technician Intern- Denver Office of the Medical Examiner 2019-2020
- Prepared decedent bodies for autopsy
- Completed cadaveric dissection using bone saw, probes, forceps scalpel and needle
- Opened the body cavity, removed calvarium and internal organs
- Disposed of bio-hazardous materials per OSHA regulations
- Collected toxicology samples and prepared for laboratory analysis
- Cleaned and organized lab tools and sanitized workspace
- Maintained chain of custody for personal effects and evidence items
Timeline
Anatomy Lab Assistant
CU Anschutz Medical Campus
09.2022 - Current
Professional Assistant
Boulder Healing Hub
08.2016 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Human Anatomy And Physiology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
08.2011 - 05.2018
Integrative Massage
Massage Therapy Institute of Colorado - Denver
01.2008 - 12.2008