Brian Ward
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Credentials
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Career Essentials in System Administration by Microsoft and LinkedIn
MicrosoftDec, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Learning SQL Programming
LinkedInDec, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Excel Essential Training (Microsoft 365)
LinkedInNov, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Google IT Support Specialization
CourseraNov, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Learning Cloud Computing: Core Concepts
LinkedInSep, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Microsoft Teams Essential Training
LinkedInSep, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Microsoft 365 Essential Training for Administrators
LinkedInAug, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Networking Foundations: Networking Basics
LinkedInAug, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 10: Printers
LinkedInJun, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1002) Cert Prep 2: Implementation Considerations
LinkedInJun, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1002) Cert Prep 6: Networking, Security, and More
LinkedInJun, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1002) Cert Prep 7: Portable Computing
LinkedInJun, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1002) Cert Prep 8: Security and Organization
LinkedInJun, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 1: The Basics
LinkedInMay, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 2: Microprocessing and RAM
LinkedInMay, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 3: Core Hardware
LinkedInMay, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 4: Storage and Peripherals
LinkedInMay, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 5: Display Technologies
LinkedInMay, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 6: Physical Networking
LinkedInMay, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 8: Internet and the Cloud
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CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 9: Portable Computing
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Computer Science Principles: Programming
LinkedInOct, 2020- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Sharp Solutions, Inc.
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United States
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Help Desk Technician
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Mar 2023 - Present
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior PRA
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Jan 2022 - Mar 2023
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Histotechnologist
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Apr 2019 - Dec 2021
Routinely perform numerous special stains by hand and utilizing two Daco Special StainersRoutinely operate six Ventana Benchmark Ultras, a Ventana XT, and a Leica Bond IIIPerform quality and efficient work in all areas of histology and maintain equipmentFollow established policies and procedures
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Histotechnician (Professional Research Assistant)
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Sep 2016 - Apr 2019
Manager of Histology Core with the Gates Center for Regenerative MedicineRoutinely performed all areas of histology, including grossingManaged the daily activity of the Histology Core, including ordering supplies, visiting with clients about their submissions, billing for our services, maintaining the histology equipment, and hiring new employees when needed
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Contract Work
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Volunteer
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Apr 2016 - Sep 2016
Complete construction projects for local individuals - Projects include laminate flooring installation, bathroom remodeling, and egress window installation Complete construction projects for local individuals - Projects include laminate flooring installation, bathroom remodeling, and egress window installation
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Florida Department of Law Enforcement
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Professional Training and Coaching
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200 - 300 Employee
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Forensic Technologist
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Jul 2015 - Apr 2016
Respond to crime scenes when requested Assist in evidence collection, photography, and presumptive testing Maintain equipment and supplies in the Crime Scene Section Respond to crime scenes when requested Assist in evidence collection, photography, and presumptive testing Maintain equipment and supplies in the Crime Scene Section
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Regional West Medical Center
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Higher Education
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Histotechnician
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Jun 2012 - Nov 2014
Experience in grossing, dictation, embedding, microtomy, IHC and special staining Experience using the Ventana Benchmark XT, Leica RM2235 & RM2245, Sakura Tissue Tek Tec, Ventana NexES Finished continuing education to maintain certification as a Histotechnician (ASCP) Routinely performed unsupervised grossing, dictation, embedding, microtomy, IHC and Special Staining Prepared reagents needed by histology department Performed routine QC on specimens, blocks, slides, and reagents Experience with frozen sectioning Forensic Autopsy Assistant in nearly ninety autopsies
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Education
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University of Wyoming, Laramie, Wyoming
Bachelor’s Degree, Biology, General -
Mitchell High School, Mitchell, NE
Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates