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Luke Pierce

Floresville,TX

Summary

Dedicated laboratory bench technician with experience in a fast-paced environment within a Pathology laboratory. Hardworking and detail-oriented team player with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. Foundations in undergraduate research and an interest in healthcare fuel aspirations to grow and expand within a hospital system.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Bench Technician

CoxHealth Hospital
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Processed bodily fluids in the Cytology department (i.e. urine, cerebral spinal fluid, bronchial specimens).
  • Created new procedures to improve the Cytology department
  • Trained and developed incoming staff
  • Consulted with multiple Pathologists to ensure department progress

Orthodontist Assistant

Mission Orthodontics
05.2019 - 03.2022
  • Recorded patient and treatment information using TopsOrtho Software.
  • Provided chairside assistance by handing the Orthodontist instruments during surgeries and procedures.
  • Protected patients by sterilizing instruments and equipment between every appointment.

Undergraduate Researcher

William Jewell College
08.2019 - 05.2021
  • Two year undergraduate research project dedicated to investigating heightened levels of Heat Shock Proteins in correlation to various exercise bouts. Supplemental research focused on utilizing CRISPR genome editing technology and model organisms.
  • Additional research effort was exerted toward assisting professors with ecological and animal-based studies.

Ranch Hand

J Lazy J Ranch
01.2014 - 04.2021
  • J Lazy J Ranch is a functioning beef cattle operation in South Texas. On the ranch, I care for the livestock and monitor the health of the cattle along with pasture conditions. Additionally, I work with the owner to determine various ranch needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

William Jewell College
Liberty, MO
05.2021

Skills

  • Scientific Research
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Laboratory Safety and Maintenance
  • Instrument Calibration
  • Strong Written and Interpersonal Communication

Timeline

Laboratory Bench Technician

CoxHealth Hospital
03.2022 - 11.2023

Undergraduate Researcher

William Jewell College
08.2019 - 05.2021

Orthodontist Assistant

Mission Orthodontics
05.2019 - 03.2022

Ranch Hand

J Lazy J Ranch
01.2014 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

William Jewell College
Luke Pierce