Milena Larson
Westchase,FL
Summary
Dedicated Laboratory Technician skilled in microbiological testing and media preparation. Strong adaptability and time management abilities contribute to effective teamwork and streamlined operations that ensure sample integrity and compliance with laboratory standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Technician Intern
Focus Laboratories
Palm Harbor, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Monitored inventory levels of reagents and supplies, ensuring timely replenishment to support laboratory operations.
- Trained new staff on laboratory protocols, equipment usage, and safety measures to promote operational excellence.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline laboratory processes and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Executed microbiological tests to ensure sample integrity and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Conducted QC testing on all in-house media, purchased media and client samples.
- Performed testing according to USP 71 and USP 61.
- Followed laboratory SOP and cGMP.
- Performed in-house environmental monitoring.
- Entered client samples that were received for testing into LIMS system.
- Trained on gown certification to assist Microbiologists in cleanroom.
- Prepared in-house sterile and non-sterile microbiology media.
- Managed client stability studies.
Food Service Supervisor
Lanes Lemonade
Dunedin, FL
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Supervised daily operations ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance service quality and efficiency.
- Implemented inventory control measures to reduce waste and optimize stock levels.
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy and speed at point of sale.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Saint Petersburg College
Saint Petersburg, FL05.2028
High School Diploma -
Dunedin High School
Dunedin, FL05-2022
Skills
- Scientific writing in accordance to cGMP
- Quality control procedures
- Sterilization techniques
- Microbial identification
- Media preparation
- Inventory oversight
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Gown Qualification, Focus Laboratories
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Exploring various forms of art, such as sculpting, drawing, and photography, to nurture creativity and personal growth
- Animal Care
- Enjoy participating in weight lifting for overall physical and mental well-being
- Dental care as well as overall physical and mental health
Timeline
Laboratory Technician Intern
Focus Laboratories
02.2023 - Current
Food Service Supervisor
Lanes Lemonade
10.2021 - 11.2023
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Saint Petersburg College
High School Diploma -
Dunedin High School
National Gold Key
Won National Gold Key award in highschool for AP Art assignment. Flown out to New York for award ceremony.