KATHERINE ELIZABETH RAMPONI
**** **** **** ****, ******** IRON, MINNESOTA 55768
***********@*****.***
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Self-motivated and performance-driven professional, offering hands-on experience and solid knowledge of
laboratory operations and best practices. Interested in pursuing an entry-level laboratory technician
position to further utilize and hone skills acquired from education and clinical rotations. Employ keen
attention to detail in performing clinical laboratory tests; as well as in documenting findings.
Exemplify effectiveness in collaborating and establishing long-term relationships with tenured
professionals. Possess technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
EDUCATION
COURSEWORK TOWARD ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE IN MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY 2015
Hibbing Community College Hibbing, MN
Relevant Coursework: Medical Terminology Laboratory Technique Medical Microbiology Clinical
Chemistry
COURSEWORK TOWARD BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN BIOLOGY, MINOR IN CHEMISTRY 2013
Bemidji State University Bemidji, MN
Relevant Coursework: Biochemistry I Organic Chemistry I and II Immunology Environmental Science
Applied Statistics
Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Transfer Scholarship: 2010
Evan B. Hazard Scholarship: 2011 S.M.A.R.T Grant Recipient: 2011
Biology Club, Secretary: 2010; President: 2011 Physics Club Chemistry Club Prelaw Society and Mock
Trial
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN GENERAL STUDIES 2010
Mesabi Range Community and Technical College Virginia, MN
GPA 3.51 Dean’s List: 2007; 2008; 2009
Johnson Family Returning Sophomore Scholarship: 2009 Local Union 1938 Scholarship: 2009
The Dr. Barbara Avren Scholarship: 2009 Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Ely Bloomenson Hospital Ely, MN
MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN CLINICAL PRACTICUM Mar 2014–Jul 2014
- Performed various laboratory tests, while strictly adhering to laboratory policies, safety
protocols, and other regulatory requirements mandated by associated entities such as Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA)
- Administered overall quality control on all equipment and new test kits including rapid strep and
mono tests
- Held responsibility in checking and monitoring normal ranges and abnormal results, as well as
troubleshooting issues, if necessary
- Took charge of conducting daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory equipment’s routine maintenance,
such as vitros 5.1 fs
CLINICAL ROTATIONS:
Ely Bloomenson Hospital Ely, MN
Blood Bank Chemistry Microbiology Urinalysis Apr 2014–Jul 2014
Coagulation Hematology Serology (40 hours per week)
- Conformed to the safety policies and procedures in performing daily laboratory responsibilities
in the institution
- Acquired strong knowledge in various processes which involved blood, including hematology,
coagulation, serology, and blood banking
- Obtained hands-on experience in branches of microbiology and chemistry procedures such as vitros
5.1 fs and vitros eci, as well as triage meter
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Aquatics Department, YMCA Virginia, MN
LIFEGUARD WATER AEROBICS FITNESS INSTRUCTOR SWIM INSTRUCTOR Sep 2007–Present
CERTIFICATIONS
American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer and Emergency Oxygen Administration
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification: Valid until June 2017
Lifeguard Certification: Valid until June 2017