Jaren B. Woods
Medical Technologist
West Valley City,UT
Summary
Insightful Laboratory Technician brings dedication to excellence and calm demeanor. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Laboratory technician volunteer
HUNSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
03.2021 - Current
- Registered and prepared samples for general analytical testing through data entry, weighing and physical homogenization.
- Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects.
- Processed patient specimens using the organoid cell culture technique.
Medical Technologist
QUEST DIAGNOSTICS
07.2020 - Current
- Identified test system abnormalities with potential for negatively affecting test performance or reporting and corrected issues.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
- Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
Lab Assistant
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO WHEAT BREEDING
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
- Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment, calibrating instruments and preventive maintenance.
- Carefully reviewed test results for accuracy.
- Worked closely with lab staff on special projects.
- Conducted DNA, RNA and protein extraction and quantification using spectrophotometer and gel electrophoresis.
- Safely prepared reagents, compounds and lab test solutions.
Lab Technician/Quality Control
STAKER PARSON
06.2016 - 05.2019
- Performed routine preventive maintenance on equipment parts and materials.
- Performed technical and quality systems audits of laboratory.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
Inventory/Laborer
TRESTLEWOOD/CANNON STURCTURES
Brigham City, Utah
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
General Laborer
DWA CONSTRUCTION
Logan, Utah
11.2014 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated forklift to load and unload materials and equipment on trucks.
- Followed written instructions to construct various types of equipment.
Survey center call worker
SURVEY SAMPLING INTERNATIONAL, SSI
Logan, Utah
09.2014 - 11.2014
- Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.
- Responded to customer comments and questions via LiveChat during shifts.
Chemical warehouse worker
CHS/BINGHAM CO-OP FERTILIZER
Blackfoot, Idaho
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Receiving and sending orders, handling paperwork for shipments send and received, operating heavy equipment, and handling hazardous materials.
- Hazardous chemical work including proper handling and protection.
- Measuring, mixing, and sorting of chemicals according to specific order requirements.
- Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology, Chemistry
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY
05.2020 - 05.2020
Associate of Science -
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
05.2016 - 05.2016
ABERDEEN HIGH SCHOOL
05.2010 - 05.2010
Skills
Medical laboratory procedures
Lab result interpretation
Documentation and reporting
Specimen handling
Sterile technique
Quality control
Next generation sequencing
DNA techniques
Protein purification and analysis techniques
Cell culture
PCR and all variations
References
Dr. Jianli Chen
208-240-0277
jchen@uidaho.edu
Aberdeen, ID
Head of the Wheat Breeding program at the University of Idaho extension center
Luke Peterson
801-381-1768
luke.peterson@stakerparson.com
Salt Lake City, UT
Employer at Staker Parson
Fred Cannon
801-362-9212
Brigham City, UT
Employer at Trestlewood/Cannon Structures
Timeline
Laboratory technician volunteer
HUNSMAN CANCER INSTITUTE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
03.2021 - Current
Medical Technologist
QUEST DIAGNOSTICS
07.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology, Chemistry
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY
05.2020 - 05.2020
Lab Assistant
UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO WHEAT BREEDING
05.2019 - 08.2019
Lab Technician/Quality Control
STAKER PARSON
06.2016 - 05.2019
Associate of Science -
UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY
05.2016 - 05.2016
Inventory/Laborer
TRESTLEWOOD/CANNON STURCTURES
05.2015 - 06.2016
General Laborer
DWA CONSTRUCTION
11.2014 - 05.2015
Survey center call worker
SURVEY SAMPLING INTERNATIONAL, SSI
09.2014 - 11.2014
Chemical warehouse worker
CHS/BINGHAM CO-OP FERTILIZER
05.2014 - 08.2014
ABERDEEN HIGH SCHOOL
05.2010 - 05.2010