Experience

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  Carle Methodist Hospital

  • Peoria, Illinois, United States

  • Medical Laboratory Scientist

    • Aug 2023 - Present
    • Peoria, Illinois, United States

    Clinical ChemistryBlood Bank

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  ILLINOIS VALLEY PUBLIC TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION

  • Peoria, Illinois, United States

  • WTVP Video Production Crew

    • Mar 2015 - Present
    • Peoria, Illinois, United States

    Produced live and recorded television for local Public Broadcasting Station.Served as camera operator, implemented graphics, and balanced shading.Maintained talent and crew communications.

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  Reditus Laboratories LLC

  • Pekin, Illinois, United States

  • Molecular Lab Tech/MLS Clinical Chemistry & Hematology

    • Oct 2020 - Jan 2023
    • Pekin, Illinois, United States

    Tested COVID-19 samples with PCR TaqPath protocol from Thermo Fisher Scientific.Identified positive infections of SARS CoV2, Influenza A & B, and mycology infections using Appliedbiosystems Design & Analysis Software.Analyzed amplification of reaction curves indicating presence of DNA/RNA.Performed viral sample extraction under sterile conditions.Utilized single & multichannel pipettes to transfer samples & reagents for testing. Monitored decontamination of lab testing facilities with weekly wipe tests.Worked within a close-knit team to process over 4 million COVID-19 samples through the height of the pandemic over a 2-year timeframe. Achieved High-volume testing with 24-hour turn-around accurate results.Upheld quality control standards throughout every step of testing.Provided Clinical Chemistry and Immunology testing using Roche Cobas 8000.2nd shift point-person for testing of urinalysis and hematology samples.

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  HSHS St. John's Hospital

  • Springfield, Illinois, United States

  • Medical Laboratory Scientist Core Lab

    • May 2018 - Nov 2020
    • Springfield, Illinois, United States

    Worked seamlessly between multiple departments of Hematology, Chemistry, and Urinalysis simultaneously.Performed high & moderate complexity nonwaived testing and waived testing.Maintained CLIA 88 standards in hospital laboratory setting.Upheld equipment accuracy through daily QC and Calibration.Assessed sample viability for testing.Reviewed laboratory results for accuracy.Established prompt communication between healthcare providers and the laboratory.Performed accurate and precise pipetting and dilutions.Provided daily maintenance and problem troubleshooting of lab machines.Identified samples requiring review by Pathologist.Performed manual differentials on peripheral blood, body fluids & CSF.Interpreted reaction curve for coagulation tests.Monitored lab automation system.Executed manual and automated urinalysis testing.

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  Bradley University

  • Peoria, Illinois, United States

  • WCBU Peoria Public Radio Student Newsroom Colleague

    • Mar 2014 - Jun 2017
    • Peoria, Illinois, United States

    Gathered and prepared daily news for broadcast.Created original news content for broadcast and web distribution.Maintained social media and web content.Controlled, monitored, and performed live radio broadcast.

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  Restorative Health Care

  • Glen Ellyn, IL

  • Receptionist

    • Jul 2009 - Jan 2014
    • Glen Ellyn, IL

    Receptionist at Holistic medicine / Chiropractic office. Work with Quickbooks, scheduling, patient relations, and nutritional supplements. Edit Social Media, Produce/Host Audio Blog "Ask Dr. Heather"

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  Midwestern University

  • Test Proctor

    • Jan 2009 - Jan 2014

    Assist in distribution and collection of tests, watch for cheating, observe student behavior, and regulate testing conditions & set up for Chicago College of Pharmacy midterm and final exams.

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  Grand and Noble Productions

  • Chicago, Illinois, United States

  • Freelance AVID Editor

    • Nov 2008 - Jan 2009
    • Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Editing video from HGTV's "Dream Home" for internet use on an AVID editing system.

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  WMBD / WYZZ TV

  • Videographer/ Editor/ Live Truck Operator

    • Aug 2000 - May 2008

    Work with reporter, and by myself, shooting and editing video for daily news shows on a CBS and FOX affiliate. ENG Live Truck operator. Linear and non-linear editor proficient with AVID. Relates well with talent and interviews under intense deadlines. Responsible for gathering visual image and sound including lighting and video. Photojournalist using Beta, and Panasonic P2 Field News Cameras.

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  G & G Packet co. Spirit of Peoria / Katie Hooper Pizza & Pub

  • Bartender, Cook, Deck Hand

    • May 2000 - Aug 2000

    Open Katie Hooper Restaurant Bar and Boat. Lead pizza cook, bartender, cashier. Deck hand on Spirit of Peoria sightseeing paddle boat. Helped dock boat, paint and maintain exterior of boat, take tickets, and work in the gift shop.

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  "Postcards from Home" with Bob Jacobs (Independent Study)

  • Producer

    • Oct 1998 - May 2000

    Set up interviews and video shoots.Shot video used in final production.Show aired every other week durring the news on WEEK TV Peoria, IL.

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  WCBU Public Radio

  • Board Operator/ Production Assistant

    • Jan 1997 - May 2000

    Operated the audio console of WCBU Public Radio. Ran weekly live broadcast of the Peoria City Council meeting. Recorded and played back programs from the satelite feed. Production Assistant for "Heart of the Matter" with Suzette Boulais, assisted in recording interviews.

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  "Midstate Magazine" Student News Show

  • AVID Editor

    • Aug 1999 - Dec 1999

    Non-linear editing of news packages and feature stories for student news show.

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  GETV Public Access Glen Ellyn, IL

  • Volunteer

    • Feb 1991 - Aug 1996

    Director and Engineer for "Uncle Johnny's Bed and Breakfast Club," a live show featuring local celebrities and movie trailers that ran weekly.Director and Engineer for the local game show "Sez Who?" that aired biweekly.Camera Crew member and grip for the show "Wild Glen Ellyn" that featured local businesses.Producer for video of the Independence Day Celebration of Glen Ellyn three consecutive years.Trained in analog editing systems and remote camera operations.

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  Glen Ellyn Park District

  • Director/Engineer

    • Oct 1994 - Jun 1996

    Directed, recorded, and operated remote controlled cameras for the monthly Park District board meeting, live and recorded, on Government Access Television.