Stephanie Hands

Experience

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  YMCA of the USA (National Resource Office)

  Mar 2008 - Jan 2014

  Lifeguard
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  University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

  Jun 2012 - Jun 2014

  - Conducted a variety of chemical and biological tests related to biosolid/biogas operations and drinking water testing to ensure accurate results - Collaborated with senior staff members to improve lab analyses, methods and procedures, and training new staff on procedures and methods- Interpretation and troubleshooting of data- Responsible for maintaining and cleaning lab equipment and instruments- Compiled data using Microsoft Excel- Organized and maintained QA/QC protocols and paperwork for the lab- Developed strong basic laboratory skills and techniques over two years of employment Show less

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant

    Jun 2012 - Jun 2014

  • Great Lakes Beach Association Health Intern

    Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
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  Hitachi Zosen Inova Schmack

  Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Student Internship

  - Learned how to perform various systems biology processes such as bench top to pilot to full scale expansions - Communicated effectively with diverse coworkers who spoke limited English - Conducted method development using complex chemical implementation (ICP-OES)

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  Aspirus Health

  Aug 2014 - May 2015

  Laboratory Student

  Operated a variety of advanced chemical instruments to perform accurate and efficient analysis in all main laboratory areas including: - Blood Bank: Typing units, antibody screens, antibody identification, cord blood studies, cross match units, allocation and issuing of compatible blood components, blood component prep, inventory management - Blood gases: Experience with blood gas analysis with the ABL800 analyzer - Coagulation: Experience with coagulation studies with Siemens BCS XP instrument and software- Immunology: Experience with serologic testing including HIV, Hep, MMR, lymes on the ADVIA Centaur and DiaSorin Liaison. ANA performed by EIA manual methods. Also experience with serum, urine, and hemoglobin electrophoresis ran on a Sebia Hydrasys 2. - Hematology: Experience with automated CBCs and differentials on the Coulter DxH 800. Performed 100 cell differentials. Experience with manual cell counts including correction procedures and body fluids - Chemistry: Experience with automated chemistry instruments including the Cobas MPA, Cobas 501 and Cobas 601. Proficient troubleshooting and instrument maintenance. - Urinalysis: Experience with automated urinalysis methods using the IRIS, including evaluation of chemical and microscopic urine results. - Microbiology: Proficient with setup knowledge and technique. Experience with acid-fast organisms in a BL3 environment. Interpretation of stool and fungus plates to identify potential pathogens. Bench top identification by biochemical reactions, isolation techniques, and susceptibility testing using the Vitek Identification system. Operation of Bactek FX, blood culture ID using the Verigene. Operated the Hologic Gen-Probe Panther system for molecular identifiation of Chlamydia, Gonorrheae, and Gardenella spp. - Experience with molecular instruments such as the GeneXpert, The BD Max, and the Beckman Coulter Cytomics FC 500 flow cytometer. Show less

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  Denver Health

  May 2015 - Oct 2019

  Medical Technologist MLS(ASCP) CM

  - Operate a variety of advanced chemical instruments to perform accurate and efficient analysis under minimal supervision- Proficient in maintenance and use of Siemens Vista chemistry analyzers- Proficient in maintenance and use of the coagulation instruments including Stago and TEG- Proficient in maintenance and use of Radiometer ABL blood gas analyzers- Adhere to all safety standards including CLIA, JACHO, FDA and CAP- Promote a friendly and safe work environment for myself and peers Show less

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  Children's Hospital Colorado

  May 2016 - Sept 2018

  Molecular Diagnostics

  - Perform DNA & RNA nucleic acid extractions from whole blood, bone marrow, and other source specimens using genetic assays such as PCR, FISH, and NextGen Sequencing- Knowledge in genetic analysis including: BCR, ALL/AML panels, STR, IDH2, FLT3, Fragile X, NPM1, Infectious diseases EBV, CMV, Adeno virus and HHV6- Proficient in maintenance and use of EZ1 analyzers- Proficient in maintenance and use of Maxwell Promega analyzers- Operate a variety of advanced chemical instruments to perform accurate and efficient analysis under minimal supervision- Adhere to all safety standards including CLIA, JACHO, FDA and CAP- Promote a friendly and safe work environment for myself and peers Show less

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  Centura Health

  Dec 2022 - now

  - Performed general lab duties under minimal supervision including: chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, and blood bank- Performed department lead responsibilities including instrument comparisons, validations, and calibrations- Interpret, correlate, and reported test results. Recognized and solved problems or determined alternative solutions for analysis if needed - Performed preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and made minor repairs to instrumentation- Adherence to all laboratory standards including CLIA, FDA, CAP and OSHA Show less - Monitor and maintain quality of laboratory operations and performance of staff in compliance with accreditation standards, safety and environmental standards, and other applicable requirements.- Provide leadership guidance for laboratory staff and hospital clinical staff in problem resolution. - Supportive administrative duties such as review of quality control maintenance, regulatory agency compliance preparation, policy review, instrument validation and proficiency testing monitoring.- Participated in successful CAP inspection with minimal deficiencies. Show less

  • Medical Technologist. Chemistry Lead

    Oct 2019 - now

  • Lab Technical Coordinator

    Dec 2022 - Jan 2024
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  CommonSpirit Health

  Jan 2024 - now

  Laboratory Technical Specialist

  Hematology & Coagulation