Laura F. White
Lake Bluff,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Lab Technician with extensive experience in laboratory techniques and procedures. Committed to ensuring accurate and efficient laboratory operations to support the development of high-quality medical products and services. Eager to contribute to the success of Medline Industries through meticulous testing, data analysis, and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traditional Foods Grant Project Manager, Grant Writer II
Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission
04.2022 - 03.2025
- Promote the use of Traditional Foods that develop and sustain tribal community food systems
- Provide technical assistance to GLIFWC member tribes by establishing traditional food marketing, regulatory and processing capacity
- Expand administrative assistance and function to tribal communities who wish to implement the off-reservation Model Food Code
- Prepare and submit grant applications that support the utilization of treaty harvested foods in tribal community food systems to federal and private foundations
- Provide instruction for tribal members in Seafood HACCP and the Traditional Model Food Code
Laboratory Specialist
College of Lake County
10.2013 - 08.2021
- Assisted Students with prerequisite enrollment for Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy Programs
- Conduct, instruct, and set up laboratory tests and procedures with precision, ensuring compliance with safety and quality control protocols for multiple cohorts while maintaining standards for OSHA and CLSI agencies
- Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, guaranteeing the accuracy and reliability of test results
- Record and analyze test data, prepare comprehensive reports, and present findings to management for actionable insights
- Maintain inventory and proactively order necessary supplies, ensuring uninterrupted laboratory operations and efficiency for two departments
- Collaborate with team members and cross-functional departments to troubleshoot and resolve testing issues, fostering a cooperative and solutions-focused work environment
- Continuously evaluate and enhance laboratory processes, leveraging new techniques and technologies to improve accuracy and operational efficiency
- Provided faculty with classroom lab activities as a Teaching Assistant
- Participated in preparing CLC’s Phlebotomy department Self-Study for accreditation with the National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, NAACLS
Adjunct Faculty
College of Lake County
01.2012 - 05.2020
- Instructor for PBT 110 Intro to the medical Laboratory and PBT 115 Phlebotomy Techniques
- Participated in team meetings, contributing ideas for process improvements and efficient problem-solving strategies
- Trained new phlebotomy technicians students while instilling a culture of precision and adherence to established procedures
- Played a key role in recruiting multiple hospital administrations and clinical laboratory personnel to sponsor the College of Lake County phlebotomy students for clinical rotation necessary to complete their ASCP certificate
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Sociology
Eastern Illinois University
01.2016
Associates of Science -
College of Lake County
Grayslake, Illinois01.2011
Natural Resources -
Ball State University
01.1992
Skills
- Proficient in laboratory techniques and procedures
- Strong analytical and reporting skills
- Experience with laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration
- Knowledge of safety and quality control protocols
- Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Project planning and development
Certification
- AFDO Seafood HACCP Train-The-Trainer Certificate, 03/28/24
- AFDO Seafood HACCP Certification, 11/03/22
- Produce Safety Alliance Certification, 10/13/22
- HACCP Meat and Poultry Certification, University of Wisconsin, Madison, 08/01/22
- Food Protection Manager ServSafe Certification, 06/01/22
- American Society for Clinical Pathology Phlebotomy Technician Certification, 2011
Awards
- Received a 3 year grant from the Association of Native Americans, $900,000 plus
- Alpha Sigma Lambda, Epsilon Xi Honor Society, 2016
- Writes with Distinction award from Eastern Illinois University
- Dean’s List, Eastern Illinois University
Timeline
Traditional Foods Grant Project Manager, Grant Writer II
Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission
04.2022 - 03.2025
Laboratory Specialist
College of Lake County
10.2013 - 08.2021
Adjunct Faculty
College of Lake County
01.2012 - 05.2020
Associates of Science -
College of Lake County
Natural Resources -
Ball State University
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies, Sociology
Eastern Illinois University
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