Liana Rix

Experience

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  Presentation High School

  Aug 2012 - May 2016

  FIRST FRC Robotics Team 2135 - President, Drive Team

  · President (2015-2016) of all female robotics team. · Communicated with team and adult mentors, planned a fall recruitment event, represented the team at various school functions, and mentored new members. · Designed, manufactured, and assembled robot to compete in FIRST FRC Robotics Competition. · Coached the drive team at competitions which included strategizing with teams from other schools. · Experience using SolidWorks, CNC mill, CNC router, high speed lathe, as well as various other tools. Show less

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  Athena Camps | Sports, Creativity, Mentorship Girls Camps

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2017

  Coach

  · Led 15-30 elementary school aged girls through sports, art, and group discussions each week.· Created a fun and safe camp environment.. Mentored interns and junior coaches.· Resolved conflicts between campers.

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  International Paper

  May 2018 - Jun 2018

  Mechanical Engineering Intern

  · Optimized machine and motor lubrication practices across mill.· Coordinated preventative maintenance repairs with contractors and operators.

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  Georgia Institute of Technology

  Jul 2018 - May 2020

  · Facilitated group tasks and discussions to encourage team growth.· Enforced proper safety protocols on the high ropes course and mitigated risks.· Supported participants in their “challenge zones” to maximize personal growth. · Whitewater Kayaking Instructor, Training Tsar, and Scribe· CPR/AED Instructor and Wilderness First Responder· Communicated effectively with trip leaders, volunteer staff, and participants during trips.· Mentored newer and less experienced staff members.· Mitigated risks and promoted a culture of safety.· Improved teaching and mentorship opportunities between experienced and less experienced staff. · Co-led 14-day backcountry expedition for incoming Freshmen in Alaska.· Coordinated pre-trip logistics with other leaders and participants.· Supported and encouraged participants throughout expedition.· Led daily debriefs about goals, fear, and transitioning into college.

  • Leadership Challenge Course Facilitator

    Jan 2018 - May 2020

  • Outdoor Recreation Georgia Tech Volunteer Staff

    Aug 2016 - May 2020

  • Expedition Leader - Tech Treks Alaska

    Jul 2018 - Jul 2018
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  Georgia Tech Lorraine

  Aug 2018 - May 2019

  Resident Assistant

  · Provided support and resources to students immersed in a new culture.· Developed a positive living environment for residents from multiple universities.· Acted as a liaison between students and the area housing manager.· Performed duty rounds to ensure safety and enforce policies.

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  Athena Camps | Sports, Creativity, Mentorship Girls Camps

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  Coach/Assistant Director

  Assistant Director:· Supported director in overseeing coaches, interns, junior coaches, and campers.· Led daily coaches meeting and debrief.· Created weekly slideshows for each camp showcasing all campers.Coach:· Led 15-30 elementary school aged girls through sports, art, and group discussions each week.· Created a fun and safe camp environment.. Mentored interns and junior coaches.· Resolved conflicts between campers.

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  Rehabilitation Engineering and Applied Research (REAR) Lab

  Aug 2019 - Dec 2019

  Undergraduate Research Assistant

  · Worked to improve wheelchair cushion testing methods for phantom buttocks.· Calibrated various sensors for testing.· Processed data using MATLAB and Excel.

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  Epic

  Jul 2020 - Jan 2023

  Technical Services Engineer

  · Healthy Planet and Compass Rose TS experienced with the RME, Health Maintenance, Immunization Schedules, Registries, My Panel Metrics, and various other functionality. · Troubleshot complex technical problems and coordinated integrated issue resolution.· Developed functionality to monitor feature usage and provide proactive support.· Provided recommendations for optimizing population health functionality.· Mentored and advised several employees during their training period.· Provided and implemented feedback regularly. Show less