Chemistry Lab Assistant Resume

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1. Computer Lab Assistant

   • Diagnosed hardware problems and fixed faults or contacted appropriate repair service.
   • Handled lab equipment, cleaned keyboards, monitors and disk drives.
   • Managed software packages and applications, and developed lab templates.
   • Broke down and evaluated user problems, using test scripts, personal expertise and probing questions.
   • Provided instruction to all lab users on proper use of all equipment.
   • Supported all computer lab operations.
   • Helped streamline repair processes and update procedures for support action consistency.
   • Configured hardware, devices and software to set up work stations for employees.
   • Collaborated with vendors to locate replacement components and resolve advanced problems.
   • Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.

2. Phlebotomist Lab Assistant

   • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
   • Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories.
   • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
   • Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures, including arterial and venipuncture sample collection procedures.
   • Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.
   • Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
   • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 15+  times per day.
   • Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
   • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
   • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

3. Assistant Lab Technician

   • Prepared blood smears and determined levels of normalcy.
   • Logged patient information and recorded results into system using Polytech LIS and Apex.
   • Recorded, reported and posted test results using Prolis.
   • Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories.
   • Provided exceptional service to 20 patients per day by employing vital signs measurement and injections.
   • Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
   • Verified purity of specimens collected through winged infusion sets and using syringes.
   • Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
   • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
   • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.

4. Chemistry Lab Assistant

   • Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
   • Organized instructional materials, facilities and solutions for experiments.
   • Followed safety procedures when handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals.
   • Prepared lab for 5 experiments per day using chemistry knowledge and instructional information.
   • Created and updated record of all supplies and equipment to monitor inventory.
   • Compared flask products against design and production specifications through quality and integrity checks.
   • Analyzed organic materials to evaluate nature, reactivity and other factors affecting use in food preservative applications.
   • Restocked laboratory work stations and sterilized surfaces to maintain readiness for any project requirement.
   • Developed experimental formulae on behalf of lab assistants to support hydrogenation operations.
   • Efficiently organized and maintained equipment to keep laboratory productive and safe.

5. Biology Lab Assistant

   • Sampled peptide and enzyme materials to obtain data for immunology research.
   • Monitored staff actions and laboratory procedures to uphold etiological compliance and protect integrity of collected research.
   • Helped scientific and engineering teams improve research and project plans by sharing cell biology knowledge.
   • Input updates to BioGPS database and prepared data for searches and visual representations.
   • Boosted team efficiency by organizing, restocking and maintaining laboratory environments and equipment.
   • Documented experiment progress and observations, compiled data and organized findings for analysis.
   • Evaluated collected data points from bacterial growth experiments to produce summary reports for lab assistants.
   • Tested chemical products to monitor reactions for quality assurance purposes.
   • Examined animals and specimens to alter genetic codes for experimental purposes.
   • Inspected and calibrated lab equipment including pH meters, spectrophotometers and centrifuges.

6. Research Lab Assistant

   • Supported design and implementation of survey instruments such as telephone questionnaires to obtain study information.
   • Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
   • Developed macros, special formulas and other actions to produce reliable and consistent statistical reviews.
   • Cut research supply costs by $50,000 through keeping precise and diligent records of supplies used and needed in LabSpace.
   • Implemented student learning programs to increase public education of genetics research and share newly developed research findings.
   • Created over 15 research summaries and presented them to supervisors to advocate further research, funding or recognition in scientific journals.
   • Performed in-depth interviews with research subjects and compiled data and analyses into reports for review by group leader.
   • Reviewed and verified genetic data before entering into database to enhance research quality and accuracy.
   • Used LabAssistant to enter data into project database and provided updates on weekly basis.
   • Digitized and organized metabolic data using Psyche Systems to streamline research procedures.

7. Student Lab Assistant

   • Supported classroom activities, including tutoring, grading homework and reviewing exams.
   • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
   • Handed out classroom materials, like equipment, test materials and assignments.
   • Monitored 25 students on field trips by overseeing various tasks, including roll call, safety protocols and “buddy” management to keep youths safe in public settings.
   • Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
   • Took attendance, graded assignments and maintained student records to assist teachers with administrative tasks and maintain smooth daily operations.
   • Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
   • Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques.
   • Took daily attendance, notifying lab assistant immediately of any student absences.
   • Organized and guided activities for students, including field trips, university lab visits and museum programs.

8. Medical Lab Assistant

   • Located disease markers and outlined findings in thorough reports for clinicians.
   • Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
   • Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
   • Identified microorganisms present in urine samples and cultivated strains to support clinical diagnostics.
   • Assisted pathology team with skilled analyses by preparing tissue samples.
   • Worked with pathologist to isolate abnormalities and narrow down likely diagnoses.
   • Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
   • Handled specimens according to laboratory protocols to maximize accuracy and precision of results.
   • Conducted blood count, metabolic and thyroid tests regularly.
   • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.