Michael Dickison
Phoenix,United States
Summary
Dedicated professional proficient in orienting, training and managing technical staff. Resourceful and adaptable with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Student Researcher
La Belle Labs
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with over 20 academic colleagues on areas of shared research interest such as Biomedical Engineering and Material Sciences.
- Performed research in electrochemical biosensors to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
- Used Excel to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of experimental data.
- Coordinated lab meetings and project presentations.
- Collaborated with research teams to develop project plans aligned with target timescales.
Certified Surgical Technologist
Abrazo Central Campus
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during neuro-vascular, spine, general, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Coordinated and conducted performance appraisals, working with technical staff to achieve consistent compliance with established procedures.
- Managed and developed team members according to USAF regulations. Encouraged pride in quality work and individualism among team members.
- Contributed to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as key member of hospital surgical team caring for up to 20 patients daily.
- Developed leadership and supervisory skills, managed Cardio-Thoracic Surgical team, coordinated cost savings efforts and utilization of $2.4 million budget.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2024
Skills
- Regulatory Requirements
- Academic Presentations
- Strategic Planning
- Finite Element Analysis
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- Communication
- Project Management
- Standards Development
Timeline
Lead Student Researcher
La Belle Labs
03.2023 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
Abrazo Central Campus
03.2020 - 03.2023
Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist
United States Air Force, USAF
05.2016 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Grand Canyon University