Manivone Sundara
East Hartford,CT
Summary
Professional individual with experience working with unique individuals of all ages; Experience in caring for vital patients; Compassionate with those dealing with a demise; Self starter and motivator, works well with others; Looking forward to apply the knowledge gained from current and previous work experience towards the prospective position in the Public Health department.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant I, Medical Examiner
03.2017 - Current
- Collect samples obtained from autopsy
- Prep and pack samples for send out or storage
- Collect necessary samples for genetic, paternity, or DNA testing
- Run samples to perform carbon monoxide levels
- Make DNA cards
- Assist with procedures for in-house histology and anthropology labs -Prepare simple solutions and reagents
- Collect and process evidence obtained; Release evidence and ensure chain of custody
- Release deceased parties to funeral homes
- Intake death notices from law enforcement and hospitals
- Accession death certificates using in house portal and CT Vitals
- Request lab samples from outside facilities using a courier service
- Transport specimens to and from OCME
- Operate multi-line phone system
- Assist as a liaison to families, outside agencies, and other inquiring personnel
- Place orders and keep inventory of stock
- Assist in scheduling
- Train new staff
- Fill in for any open shifts
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results
- Developed and implemented new protocols to improve accuracy of laboratory results
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes
Teacher’s Assistant
YWCA
04.2017 - 08.2018
- Teacher with daily classroom routines
- Reading and interacting with students
- Assist with naps and meal time
- Deescalate students with behavioral moments
- Maintain safe learning environment for students
Patient Care Assistant
Hartford Hospital
09.2006 - 03.2017
- Tend to patients requiring different levels of care while under the supervision of nursing supervisor and physician
- Obtain vital signs
- Perform BLS; CPR certification in-house
- Collect biological samples
- Perform point of care testing
- Perform EKG testing
- Assist physicians and residents with procedures/examinations
- One to one patient observations; give and remove restraints
- Transport patients
- Provide first aid
- Provide post mortem care
- Access and entering patient information into EPIC
Education
B.S - Forensic Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2020
A.S - General Studies
Capital Community College
Hartford, CT05.2009
Patient Care Associate Certificate -
CT Training Center
East Hartford, CT06.2006
High School Diploma -
East Hartford High School
East Hartford, CT06.2003
Skills
- Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint)
- Leadership Experience
- Interpersonal Skills (patients, family, stakeholders, and law enforcement)
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Abilities
- Work in a Fast-Paced Environment, Under Pressure and Time Constraint
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Quality Control
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Laboratory Support
- Inventory Control
- Equipment Testing and Calibration
- Specimen Collection
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- File and Recordkeeping
- Documentation Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Patient Records Documentation
- Administrative Support
- Electronic Communication
Timeline
Teacher’s Assistant
YWCA
04.2017 - 08.2018
Laboratory Assistant I, Medical Examiner
03.2017 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Hartford Hospital
09.2006 - 03.2017
B.S - Forensic Psychology
Arizona State University
A.S - General Studies
Capital Community College
Patient Care Associate Certificate -
CT Training Center
High School Diploma -
East Hartford High School
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