Heather N. Kilkenny

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Brooklyn, NY 11216

718-***-**** acn377@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION:

John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York City, NY

Forensic Science- Toxicology (Bachelor of Science)

COURSES:

Chemistry: General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, Quantitative Analysis, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry

Biology: General Biology, Anatomy and Physiology

Physics: General Physics

Mathematics: Calculus, Statistics

Forensic Science: Forensic Pharmacology, Analytical Toxicology

CERTIFICATES/LICENSURES:

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Certified Electrocardiogram Technician (CET)

Basic Life Support Certification (current)

EXPERIENCE:

Data Analyst, AFTS Labs: 10/2014-Present

Huntington, Long Island

• Analyze all data using specific quantitation procedures

• Perform preventive maintenance on LC/MS-MS instruments

• Maintain chain of custody documents

• Responsible for processing all urine, hair, oral fluid, and blood extracted samples

Extraction Technician, AFTS Labs: 02/2014-Present

Huntington, Long Island

• Perform sample extraction techniques including solid phase extraction and liquid-liquid extraction

• Prepare samples for liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS) analysis

• Prepare reagents and buffers required for sample preparation tests

• Responsible for all record-keeping associated with specimen processing

Volunteer/Shadow, Emergency Department: 04/2013-01/2014

Brookdale University Hospital, Brooklyn, NY

• Observed the evaluation of patients

• Viewed how appropriate lab tests and radiographic studies were ordered and interpreted

• Observed the performance of specific procedures involving phlebotomy/IV start and maintenance, nasogastric intubation, central line placement, and endotracheal intubation

• Oversaw the admission or discharge of patients as necessary

Volunteer/Shadow, Medical Examiner’s Office: 04/2013-01/2014

Kings County Hospital Center, Brooklyn, NY

• Acquired knowledge of documenting casework

• Observed examinations performed on the deceased with emphasis on pre and post-mortem artifacts

• Observed how medical information/chart records are obtained

Intern, Forensic Toxicology Laboratory: 06/2012- 08/2012

Office of Chief Medical Examiner, New York, NY

• Assisted in accessioning biological specimen

• LIMS database data entry

• Learned quality control/assurance maintenance

• Gained knowledge of laboratory protocol and instrumentation

• Shadowed criminalists on diverse laboratory procedures

• Learned QA/QC procedures

Volunteer, Pathology Department: 01/2011-05/2012

Brookdale University Hospital, Brooklyn, NY

• Introduced to the methods and techniques used by Histotechnologists to cut, freeze, stain, and prepare tissue samples to be diagnosed for diseases

• Accessioned biological fluid samples in Cytology

• Filed surgical blocks and specimen slides

SKILLS:

Highly self-motivated and goal-oriented professional committed to performing quality work. Able to demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills, computer proficiency, and follow through with projects from inception to completion. Knowledge of use of the following instruments and techniques: Gas Chromatography, Infrared Spectroscopy, Ultraviolet/Vis Spectroscopy, Electrophoresis, LC-MS, GC-MS, ELISA and EMIT.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS/ACHIEVEMENTS:

• National Science Foundation Scholarship, 2011- 2013

• Dean’s List 2007 and 2012

REFERENCES:

Michael Vaivao, RPA-C

Medicolegal Investigator, Office of Chief Medical Examiner

718-***-****

Dr. Elizabeth Marker

Assistant Director, Office of Chief Medical Examiner Forensic Toxicology Laboratory

212-***-****

Reinaldo Fonseca

Quality Control Supervisor, Office of Chief Medical Examiner Forensic Toxicology Laboratory

212-***-****

Kevin Salley

Histotechnologist, North Shore-LIJ

718-***-****

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