Industry Experience

Artivion

2024-2025

Senior Microbiology Technician

Performed and reported bacterial identifications for environmental isolates.
Set up and tested VITEK MS samples and analyzed test results.
Provided support and acted as a resource to other technicians in the laboratory and assisted team leaders, supervisors, and management as needed in problem-solving.
Assisted supervisors in training on laboratory procedures and lab techniques, and performed training assessments.
Performed verification of autoclave load cycles.
Assisted in the design and installation of advanced technology upgrades, resulting in increased productivity levels.

2023-2024

Microbiology Technian II

• Carried out microbiological testing of 45+ tissue specimens and biomedical devices each day.
• Performed environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and collected water samples to complete required testing.
• Conducted Bioburden and sterility testing for biomedical products.
• Read, reported results, and sub-cultured 50+ microbiological culture samples each day.
• Performed endotoxin testing and report and analyze results.
• Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to best practices for laboratory safety and hygiene.
• Assisted in various contamination investigational studies and validation studies.