Morgan Andrews
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Toxicology graduate, with 66+ combined hours of synergistic toxicology related courses, seeking a position as a Environmental Specialist Rapid Responder. Acquired strong analytical and problem-solving skills by examining asbestos in a certified toxicology laboratory under the direction of an EHS officer. Proficient experience with troubleshooting, routine equipment maintenance, and quality controls of medical instruments. Learned to swiftly prioritize job duties and multitask from working 12hr-night shifts as a healthcare worker. Gained exceptional interpersonal skills from interviewing 90+ Northeastern Louisiana residents for college newspaper.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Toxicology and Clinical Laboratory Technician
Natural State Genomics/Laboratory
05.2023 - Current
- Operate wide ranges of laboratory equipment and instruments such as the LCMS, AU, DXI, ACL, and Sysmex machines to complete analysis.
- Prepare and analyze hundreds of biological specimens for drugs and disease testing daily.
- Troubleshoot problems with instruments and recalibrate and QC devices.
- Performs qualitative and quantitative tox analysis using LCMS and MedTox Scanner.
- Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare solutions and reagents for testing needs.
- Performs routine and stat laboratory assays.
- Document and verify patient information using laboratory information systems called Dendi and Microsoft Teams.
- Wear PPE and follow lab safety guidelines and practices according to MediaLab SOPs.
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Rapides Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Independently monitored and recorded 31 to 60 patients' heart rhythms and heart rates per shift.
- Identified and reported patient arrhythmias, abnormalities, or irregular cardiac activity to RNs and the nursing staff.
- Used a computer-algorithm program called Sepsis Prediction and Optimization of Therapy (SPOT) to document and alert RNs of future septic patients.
- Trusted by unit manager to train a handful of new techs on lethal arrhythmia protocols and recognizing the numerous types of heart rhythms.
OT Department Student Worker
University Of Louisiana At Monroe
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Created an assessment rubric to grade paper and online homework assignments, exams, and projects from 25+ students weekly.
- Assisted professors with creating interactive lesson plan projects.
- Offered quality clerical support through copying, faxing, mailing, answering phone calls, and greeting clinic patients.
- Read and scored student applications for the MOT graduate program based on the supplemental items that were required for admissions.
Student Writer
University Of Louisiana At Monroe
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with the Student Publications Department's editors and writers to determine weekly news stories and topics.
- Wrote and covered 30+ local, national, and world news articles and columns regarding the ULM student body and the Northeastern Louisiana area.
- Interviewed 3 to 4 Northeastern Louisiana residents per article through email and in person.
- Researched and gathered information from credible websites, magazines, and books to develop extensive, compelling articles and columns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Toxicology
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, Louisiana12.2021
Skills
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Windows and computer programs
- Knowledge of identifying asbestos and understanding PFOS/PFOA
- Work well independently with limited supervision by being self-driven, organized, and accountable
- Excellent public speaking and originality writing skills
- Work well in groups by effectively communicating to group members such as having active listening
Timeline
Toxicology and Clinical Laboratory Technician
Natural State Genomics/Laboratory
05.2023 - Current
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Rapides Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - 12.2022
OT Department Student Worker
University Of Louisiana At Monroe
08.2020 - 12.2021
Student Writer
University Of Louisiana At Monroe
09.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Toxicology
University of Louisiana At Monroe
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