Miranda Garrett
Hartsburg,MO
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at University of Missouri Health Care, excelling in grossing specimens and training staff. Adept at implementing health promotion strategies and enhancing operational efficiency. Recognized for fostering collaboration across departments and driving outreach initiatives to improve patient care and laboratory standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sales Associate
Dollar General
Ashland, MO
06.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring efficient store functioning and optimal customer service.
- Trained and mentored new associates, enhancing team productivity and skill development.
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular stock audits to minimize shrinkage.
- Developed sales strategies that increased product visibility and improved merchandising standards.
Clinical Laboratory Assistant Anatomic Pathology
University of Missouri Health Care
Columbia, MO
06.2013 - 12.2020
- Processed laboratory specimens ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline specimen collection and preparation workflows.
- Maintained laboratory inventory, assisting in ordering supplies to optimize operational efficiency.
- Trained new team members on laboratory procedures and best practices for specimen handling.
Office Support Staff II Anatomic Pathology
University of Missouri Health Care
Columbia, MO
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Communicated pathology reports with multiple departments.
- Prepared slides and materials for conferences.
Education
Master of Public Health - Health Promotion And Policy
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO07-2026
Graduate Certificate - Epidemiology
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Columbia College
Columbia, MO05-2012
Skills
- Grossing specimens
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Teaching and training
- Reagent preparation
- Health promotion strategies
- Global health perspectives
- Social determinants of health
- Outreach initiatives
- Data collection techniques
Timeline
Lead Sales Associate
Dollar General
06.2022 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Assistant Anatomic Pathology
University of Missouri Health Care
06.2013 - 12.2020
Office Support Staff II Anatomic Pathology
University of Missouri Health Care
09.2012 - 06.2013
Master of Public Health - Health Promotion And Policy
University of Missouri
Graduate Certificate - Epidemiology
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Columbia College