PIP T. LENNON T. LENNON **-** Ditmars Blvd. E. Elmhurst, NY 11369 **********@***.*** 917-***-****
Summary of Qualifications
Accomplished and energetic Biologist with a solid history of achievement in standard laboratory testing techniques and clinical assays. A motivated leader with strong organizational and prioritization abilities. Areas of expertise, include but not limited to: Aseptic technique, qualitative and quantitative analysis, preparation of media, buffers, reagents, and solutions. Season Biologist with several years of experience in fast-paced laboratory setting. Excellent interpersonal communication skills, and proven track record of achieving exceptional results in all laboratory testing procedures. Passionate and motivated with a drive for excellence. Work well under pressure and within time constraints.
Education
North Carolina State University BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Tutor first Year College: Biology, Calculus, and Physics. Microbiology lab assistant and instructor.
Skills
Critical thinking. Perform calculations and prepare charts.
Quality control analysis. Equipment calibration and sterilization.
Monitoring. Configure and operate laboratory equipment
Collect, record, and verify the accuracy of test results. H.I.P.A.A. compliance.
Titration and Pipetting. O.S.H.A. compliance.
Aseptic technique. Able to adjust and adopt new paradigms. Professional Experience
Lab Technician
Prepare metal surfaces for bonding with porcelain to create artificial teeth.
Test appliances for conformance to specifications and accuracy of occlusion.
Place tooth models on apparatus that mimics bite and movement of patient’s to evaluate functionality of model. Use polymeric compound to take impression of patient’s mouth prior to fabricating dentures, bridges and crowns. Schedule appointments and maintained meticulous records of patient’s charts.
“Chair side” assist dentist in performing procedures on patients.
Use autoclave to sterilize and package instruments.
Lab Technician
Implement microbial culture growth and identification tests on microorganisms.
Conduct tests to obtain data for the purposes of diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Perform immunoradiometric assay designed for the quantitative measurement of various hormones, applying immune-assay methodology; using a gamma counter, a radioactive tracer (I125) and polystyrene tubes coated with monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies. Perform experiments and tests related to Qualitative and Quantitative analysis.
Research Assistant/ Lab Technician III
Use centrifuge to separate whole blood into aliquots.
Prepare samples and microscopy slides for examination or analysis.
Calibrate and repair laboratory equipment. Order materials and supplies as need and maintained facilities.
Conduct routine standard tasks related to processing whole blood and its components.
Specimen accessioning, processing and handling. Label and refrigerate samples.
Participate in weekly seminars with investigators regarding updated research findings.
Prepare media, buffers, reagents and solute.
Career History
9/2013-Current Wordie Dental Associates-Lab Technician. 5/2012-9/2013 Fifth Avenue Records Center-Store Manager. 7/2007-4/2012 West London Hospital-Research Assistant/Lab. Tech. III 4/2003-7/2007 West London Hospital-Laboratory Technologist.
Affiliations: Member, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Member, Pre-Med./Pre-Dent. Association.
Volunteer, New York Methodist Hospital; Transport and prepare patients for dialysis, spoon feed the elderly. Transport blood and urine samples to the laboratory for processing.