Looking for a Teacher Assistant position where I can use my many experiences of life to help the Youth to put what they are being taught to practical uses.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Technologist
Syracuse VA Medical Center
06.2023 - 01.2024
Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing specimens and maintaining optimal instrument performance.
Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, minimizing the risk of infection or contamination in the laboratory environment.
Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
Medical Technologist
CSL Plasma
11.2020 - 02.2023
As Lead Tech I trained 7 new employees to work in the reception and screening stations for the donors who gave their plasma for pharmaceutical therapies.
Was responsible for all the Quality Control/Calibrations that were required for all intervals on 3 different pieces of equipment.
Screened potential donors at a average rate of 55-60 donors per day.
Medical Technologist
Laboratory Alliance Of Central New York
09.2019 - 06.2020
Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
Operated highly specialized laboratory equipment to process specimens.
Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
Telecommunication Field Engineer
Frontier Communications
09.2018 - 05.2019
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and adaptability under pressure.
Established rapport with clients by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
Provided the best and most cost efficient planning routes for Communication companies to attach to new lines to existing Utility Poles.
Worked with RailRoad companies to ensure all safety requirements were met for the new Communication company while working by or over the railroad tracks.
Was a Contractor for Frontier Communications
Team Leader
US Army Reserves
12.1989 - 12.2010
Team Leader of 13-16 Soldiers whose job it was to train Companies in skills that they would need in their overseas mission. These skills ranged for first aid to commanding a tactical vehicle movement
Developed the 3/309th Battalion Drivers Program. The program managed over 80 Soldiers who needed or had a Military License.
Trained 4 Soldier as a Certified Ammunition Handler.
Was either a Rater or Senior Rater for over 50 different Soldiers in a 16 year career as the rank of Sergeant (E-5) or Greater
Was a career counselor for 70 Soldiers who fell under my leadership.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
SUNY College At Oswego
Oswego, NY
12.1989
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
SUNY At Canton
Canton, NY
05.2014
Skills
Able to teach to a broad spectrum of learning levels
Able to utilize different teaching methods to optimize a person's learning ability
Understands communication is two way
Task Prioritization
Safety Oriented
Timeline
Medical Technologist
Syracuse VA Medical Center
06.2023 - 01.2024
Medical Technologist
CSL Plasma
11.2020 - 02.2023
Medical Technologist
Laboratory Alliance Of Central New York
09.2019 - 06.2020
Telecommunication Field Engineer
Frontier Communications
09.2018 - 05.2019
Team Leader
US Army Reserves
12.1989 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
SUNY College At Oswego
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology