Jennifer M. Gessford

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Decatur, IL 62521

217-***-****

abkvh9@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

I am an ambitious young person looking for employment in a fast paced

market. I work well under pressure, and always make deadlines. I retain

more information and understand more from hands on learning. My aspirations

are to work in a sales driven environment. I admire jobs that are hands

on, and provide constant education. I am very passionate about my work, and

strive to make a difference.

SUMMARY OF SKILLS

. Knowledge of and experience in spill prevention, solid and hazardous

waste, and water quality

. Excellent in managing confidential files

. Exemplary interpersonal and written communication skills

. Proven compliance: OSHA, MSDS, CAP, EPA, FDA, JCAHO regulations, and

validations

. Ability to work independently or as a team and follow through with

appointed tasks

. Excellent QA/QC statistical analysis reporting

. Experience with budgeting departmental funds and managing test cost

. Strong background inventory management

. Nine years experience working in compliance with regulations

pertaining to the food service industry, laboratory/hospital, and

public swimming pools

. Proficient with PC and Apple computers, ANOVA, t-Test, and all

Microsoft office applications

. Strong professional work ethic

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, Biology

Dec 2009

Traditional Biology: Biological Sciences

Millikin University, Decatur, IL

Bachelor of Science, Biology transfer Aug 2003- Dec

2005

Biology, Pre-med

University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL

- Division I swimming (3 years)

- Academic All American (2004 - 2005)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Histology Technologist HT (ASCP) June 2008 - Present

St. Mary's Hospital: Histology Department Decatur, IL

. Patient tissue processing, immunohistochemistry, diagnosis, and

provide test results for physicians

. Oversee QA/QC, and follow through with validation and procedural

changes

. Routine stock and supply ordering

. Daily machine maintenance

. Maintain operations in compliance with College of Pathology (CAP),

OSHA, and JCAHO

. Manage biohazard waste, water quality, air ventilation, and recyclable

reagents

. Current projects: Studying for QIHC exam, and research for proposal on

changing laboratory into an "environmentally green" facility with

accelerated patient tissue diagnosis

. Trained in GHX Procurement product ordering

. Trained in cytology thing prep pap smear preparation

Managing Assistant May 2004 - PRN

Cheddar's Casual Cafe, Decatur, IL

. Assist general manager in daily operations; oversee wait staff

. Responsible for customer satisfaction and relations

. Conduct hourly business operation quota's

. Manage sanitation and disposal of waste

. Assist general manager with daily accounting and revenue

. Aid in inventory stock and ordering

. Overall management for front of restaurant

Swim Instructor April 2009 - Fall 2009

YMCA. Decatur, IL

. Educate young children with water safety

. Instruct all ages and levels of individuals learning to swim

. Account for hourly PH levels and patron occupancy

. CPR and First Aid certified

. Develop and teach private swim lessons

Steward/Dive Assistant April 2005 - September 2005

Sea Dragon Research Vessel, Registered out of Turks and Caicos

. Assisted head steward in daily maintenance of vessel

. Coordinated dive excursions for guests

. Controlled water quality with use of reverse osmosis tanks, and logged

daily water use

. Managed dive tank maintenance and refill

. Assisted captain with engine malfunctions and proper oil disposal

. Assisted with U.S. and foreign compliance regulations pertaining to

waste and cargo transportation

. Assisted in filing paperwork with Bahamian and U.S. customs and border

patrol

. Assisted captain with nightly watch during long passages to and from

U.S.

. Observed freight traffic and assisted in setting boat's course

. Supervised scuba divers from vessel and underwater

. Helped with anchoring, mooring, and docking of vessel

Lead Employee August 2001 - October 2003

Daily Grind Coffee Co., Decatur, IL

. Managed overall store operations: customer relations, inventory, and

accounting

. Conducted nightly duties; stocked supply, cleaned store, and nightly

cash batch and deposit

. Closed store and logged daily operation information in business books

. Create new coffee blends and other beverages

INVOLVEMENT AND OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Senior Biological Research on water quality and Betta splendens fishes

Cared for greenhouse at Millikin University

Member of University of Illinois at Chicago Division I swimming & Diving

team (2003-2005)

. Swimming Academic All-American (2004 - 2005)

. Held school record in 200 Free Relay

. All Horizon League Second Team honors

Nationally ranked 4 times in swimming events

President of peer counselor group (2000 - 2003)

Visited AID/HIV prominent areas in South Africa to help with orphans

Conducted research on sour fig and the effects of sunlight at different

times of the day

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