Patricia Hirabayashi
Associate II Technical Training Instructor (Bio Medical)
Walnut,CA
Summary
National Biomedical Instructor with thirteen years of experience in providing top-level education and training in multiple functional areas. Proven track record of implementing, designing, and administering technical training programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and industry standards. Known for a caring and fun approach to the workplace while maintaining high-level professionalism and achieving results.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate II - Internal Training
American Red Cross Blood Services
03.2009 - Current
- Plan and facilitate training/learning for new hires and incumbent staff in the Component Lab and the Quarantine & Labeling Lab. Including education of overall safe work environment and safety procedures.
- Conduct annual competency assessments for an average of 75 staff members.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Record and monitor training progress accurately and timely.
- Active participant in functional department meetings and Culture Team.
- Maintained strong working relationships within the organization.
- Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Faculty Member
California State University, Fullerton
08.1989 - 05.1990
- Maintained innovative curriculum materials, resulting in increased student engagement and understanding of complex topics.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to the class learning needs.
- Assessed student performance through a variety of evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
Pharmacy Technician
Santa Monica Hospital Medical Center
05.1982 - 07.1985
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against the patients profiles and with Pharmacist before dispensing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA1989
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Calm Under Pressure
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Dependable and Responsible
- Written and spoken communication
- Primary Blood Manufacturing Tasks
- Quarantine & Labeling Tasks
- Microsoft Office Suite
- EDGE, LMS-BiTS learning management systems
- EProgesa and NBCS database systems
- Federal Clearance for Nuclear Irradiation
- DOT Defensive Driving
- Blood Irradiation Operator - RadSource 3400
Personal Activities
I love traveling to new destinations by air, sea and land. Our family camps at various State Parks at least twice a year and gather for all the traditional family gatherings, like birthdays, special dinners and the holidays. When I'm out and about, I like site-seeing and bird watching. Hummingbirds are my favorite and I maintain several feeders around my property. I love music and singing. I regularly perform with a band and we play oldies, country and classic rock.
Timeline
Associate II - Internal Training
American Red Cross Blood Services
03.2009 - Current
Faculty Member
California State University, Fullerton
08.1989 - 05.1990
Pharmacy Technician
Santa Monica Hospital Medical Center
05.1982 - 07.1985
Bachelor of Science - Biology
California State University - Fullerton
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