Jacqui Orbinski
Kitchener, Ontario, N2N 3E4
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OBJECTIVE
Seeking to secure a position where I can apply my knowledge and skills and become an integral member of a dynamic team.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Charles River Laboratories Senneville, Quebec
Data Tracking Specialist Nov 2011 – Jun 2014
Preparation, organization, and distribution of data for ongoing studies (for three separate sites)
Delivery and retrieval of data for client consultation
Study Finalization: Transition from data tracking to archives
Facilitated transfer of ECGs and quality assurance data to cardiologists
Trained new staff
Creation of Excel spreadsheets (past studies)
Instituted fundraising initiatives (voluntary: corporate community)
Specialized Pathology Data Systems - Technician Mar 2011 – Nov 2011
Administrative support to pathologists and other personnel
Quality Control: Proofreading, formatting, and tabulation of clinical pathology reports
Archives - Technician Jan 2010 – Mar 2011
Responsible for archival handling and retrieval of all documents
Maintained database (QARS) for all archived material as per good laboratory practice
Compiled data for client visits
Monitored storage conditions of the long term storage archive rooms, refrigerators, and freezers (both on and off-site).
Food Room - Team Leader Sep 2007 – Jan 2010
Responsible for inventory management, receipt, storage, and feed and bedding for on-going studies as per standard operation procedures
Coordinated manpower required and scheduled daily activities according to protocol requirements (supervised six employees)
Reviewed all relevant data collected by technicians
Performed inventory of feed and bedding on a monthly basis
Equipment Room - Technician Support Services Dec 2004 – Sep 2007
Conducted calibration and verification of analytical balances, electronic scanners, ECG machines, micropipettes and water baths
Responsible for lab equipment, capital purchases, inventory, and maintenance
Sterilized and prepared all lab equipment
Coordinated controlled access to the equipment room by the technical staff and scheduling of equipment for on-going studies according to study protocol
Maintained a high level of safety standards using dangerous chemicals, hazardous materials, and equipment
Sample Management - Technician Support Services Mar 2004 – Dec 2004
Responsible for the receipt and storage of samples from internal and external clients for on-going studies, and performed routine inventory
Monitored over three hundred freezers for temperature variance and adjusted accordingly
Maintained continuous correspondence with clients regarding shipping logistics
Labeled and organized samples for identification purposes
Analyzed complex instructions and seamlessly executed sample preparation for laboratory work
Jacqui Orbinski - Self-Employed Pincourt, Quebec
Home Daycare Provider Jan 1991 – Feb 2004
Responsible for the care and well-being of five children, ranging from sixteen months to four years old
Creatively planned and executed activities incorporating cultural, artistic, and active elements into their daily routine
Effectively cared and coached the children in proper hygiene, conflict resolution, and a well-balanced diet
Efficiently managed my annual budget for my home business
EDUCATION
JOHN ABBOTT COLLEGE Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec
Creative Arts, Language, and Letters – Social Sciences
JEAN XXIII Dorval, Quebec
High School Leaving
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Good working knowledge of QARS, Maximo, PDS (Pathology Data System), Microsoft Excel and Word
Highly inquisitive, resourceful, analytical, and diplomatic
Skilled communicator and collaborator
Proven effectiveness in multitasking, working under pressure and meeting deadlines
Bilingual (English and French)
**REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST**