Colleen Sweeney- Israel B.S. MT/MLS

330-***-****

ab83n2@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

Walsh University: MBA program; matriculating in Feb 2013.

University of Akron: Bachelor of Science in Microbiology/Chemistry minor, May 2006.

The Cooperative Medical Technology Program of Akron: Class 2008/ MT ASCP #228248

Institute of Massotherapy, Akron OH, December 2001: Neuromuscular Therapy (OMB #014379).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Akron Children’s Hospital, Molecular Diagnostic DNA Reference Laboratory

June 2010-Present.

• Newly appointed Safety Coach for Molecular Diagnostics & Virology.

• Cross versatility in Virology and Microbiology..

• Lead the addition of the RVP Panel from Luminex. The Panel will include all pertinent respiratory

microorganisms for both children and adults patients.

• Involved in the review and improvement of our home brew Enterovirus PCR test, in response to a

mutated local strain affecting our patients. This requires the examination of the mutated genome via the

CDC, and choosing new probes and primers to create a more perfect fit.

• Incorporated efficiency (Kaizen) processes to alleviate redundancies in current processes.

• Responsible for the micro and macro extraction, processing, testing and analysis of DNA for genetic and

infectious disease.

• Training Residents and Medical Technology Students.

• Implementation of new test systems to improve processes and to bring more specialty tests on board for

further expansion of the Reference Lab.

Cleveland Clinic Foundation, the Department of Microbiology 216-***-****

Feb.2009-2011 Full time to PRN

• One of eight individuals chosen from 75 people in the Microbiology department to redesign the work

flows and create a new configuration for the Reference Laboratory, opening in January 2012. The exact

processes, methods, tests, workflow, and configuration are from my original design.

• Kaizen training provided for the Reference Lab Redesign group, all Lab Coordinators, and Management.

Lean processes were required in our redesign, and all designs had to have Six Sigma Black Belt approval

before incorporated in the final design.

• Additionally, my role with the redesign included bringing all members of my MAP group up to speed

and involving them in the processes; and address all their concerns with the future plans.

• A liaison between my Lab Coordinator and the rest of the MAP group in relation to the Reference Lab.

• MAP group (Mycology, Mycobacteriology, AFB, and Parasitology), responsibilities include

identification of organisms via direct examination, microscopy, speciation of all blood parasites, EIA,

and amplification methodology.

• Resolution of workload distribution conflicts, assigned to this issue by Lab Coordinator, resulting in a

more cohesive and fluid work distribution, and the visibility into MT activity/accountability. Responsible

for re-evaluating and rewriting the procedures for the MAP group.

• Medical Technologist employed by CCF are responsible for education Medical Students, Residents,

Medical Technology Students, and all other new employees.

• Responsible for Bacteriology/Microbiology QC bench which monitors the entire Microbiology

department’s materials, reagents, agars, and commercial products.

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• Involved in the Molecular Microbiology department for identification of MRSA, Group B Strep, and

C.Difficile via PCR.

• Personally responsible for validation of C. Difficile from EIA method to PCR Method.

Summa Barberton Hospital, Barberton OH. 330-***-****

• A certified Medical Technologist in the Pathology department of Summa Barberton Hospital.

• Responsibilities as a generalist include all departments within Pathology; Microbiology,

Hematology/Oncology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, and Blood Bank.

FirstEnergy - Beta Laboratory (FENOC)

6670 Beta Dr. Mayfield Village OH, 44143

440-***-****

July 17, 2006- July 2007.

Independent Contractor for Chemistry department.

Beta is an ISO 9001 Laboratory that provides Analytical Testing of lubricating oil, grease, metals, gasses,

fuels, water, transformer fluid, PCBs, asbestos unique chemical analysis.

Responsibilities included:

• Emission spectroscopy.

• Inorganic elemental analysis on metals and deposits.

• Boiler water analysis (on/off-site capability).

• Environmental analysis.

• Health and safety services.

• Asbestos determination.

• Fuel analysis.

• Ferrography.

• Insulating oil analysis.

• Lubrication oil & grease analysis.

Duffy& Johnson Chiropractic

480 Brainard Rd., Highland Hts., OH 44092

440-***-****, contact Dr. Deborah Johnson

Sept.2001-Nov.2002

• Performed neuromuscular, orthobionomy, myofacial and lymphatic techniques on patients.

• Organized and implemented patient treatment plans.

• Coordinated treatment with D.C., P.T., and L.M.T. to optimize patient care.

• Gained extensive experience providing treatment with patients suffering from chronic pain, severe injury

rehabilitation, spinal pathology, lifelong holding patterns, and terminal disease.

• Maintained an environment of trust and well-being.

Laurel Lake Nursing Facility (with Nextstep therapy company)

Hudson, Ohio

330-***-****, contact Kathy Burmeister, VP of Life Care Services

June 2001-April 2002

• Applied Geriatric therapy, primarily to the residents in the Crown Center nursing facility.

• Performed preventative treatment for diabetic amputations, permanent stroke paralysis, loss of

movement, advancement of limitation.

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• Concentrated on whole body wellness, and strong patient relationships.

• Provided hospice care free of charge.

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Montefiore Nursing Facility

Beachwood, OH

216-***-****, contact Carole Murphy, Director of Wellness

May 2000- Jan 2001

• Began service as a volunteer, and official certification by Daybreak, in Geriatric therapy.

• Joined the staff on a full time basis, initially to treat Alzheimer unit, then proceeded to participate in the

outreach program.

• Created healthcare solutions that facilitated a customer-focused, gentle environment.

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Streem, Resnick, Tetelman, and Young (Dental Implant Center)

29001 Brainard / Cedar Rd., Lyndhurst, OH 44092

440-***-****, contact Dr. Young D.D.S.

Nov.1999- Oct. 2001

• Organized and managed all of the operatories, patient treatment plans, and sterilization procedure.

• Became proficient in all aspects of dentistry, ranging from periodontal surgery to cosmetics.

• Provided chair side and surgical assistance for Dr. Young, and the other dentists of the practice.

• Gained valuable experience in concentration and cooperation through operating in an intense

environment.

Physicians First Chiropractic

S.O.M. Center Rd., Mayfield Hts, OH

440-***-****, contact Donna Negrelli-Kundrat

Nov.1998- Nov 1999

• Assisted the chiropractors in taking patient history, applying EMS, Ultrasound, Cryotherapy, and Trigger

Point therapy.

• Licensed Limited X-Ray tech., applied knowledge to complete spinal X-rays.

Stanley Arabians

14545 Shire Ct., Novelty OH

440-***-****, contact Carole Stanley

Sept.1994- Nov. 1998

• Managed the Russian and Polish Arabians breed farm facility operations and staff.

• Executed all collections, palpations, inseminations, and foaling.

• Maintained all aspects of the farm, including ground training, riding, teaching, medicating, and

rehabilitating injury.

• Developed a true depth of devotion within my work.

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