COLLEEN
COCO
MILLER
*********@***.***
Phoenix, AZ 85028
I have an extreme passion and love for sports. I was a professional basketball player for 13 years and now use my competitive spirit to compete in marathons. I am a hard-working and persistent professional looking for a change in career and opportunity for growth at a reputable company.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
• Time management expertise
• Exceptional organization
• Scheduling coordination
• Workflow optimization
University of Georgia
Athens, GA • 05/2001
Bachelor of Science: Biology
EDUCATION
• Division I Collegiate Athlete, Basketball
• GPA: 3.45/4.0
Mayo Clinic - Desk Operations Specialist
Phoenix, AZ • 08/2024 - Current
Paradigm Laboratories - Molecular Technologist
Phoenix, AZ • 07/2020 - Current
Kelly and Coco's Dog/Pet Sitting Business - Co-Owner Phoenix, AZ • 01/2010 - Current
Kelly and Coco's Sports Performance Training - Personal Trainer Phoenix, AZ • 01/2005 - Current
Honor Health - Scheduling Registration
Phoenix, AZ • 06/2023 - 06/2024
Procter and Gamble - Chemistry Laboratory Technician Phoenix, AZ • 06/2021 - 06/2022
WORK HISTORY
• Greeted guests entering and exiting facility.
• Maintained cleanliness of entranceway, lobby and restrooms.
• Completed cashier and point of sale operations.
• Answered phones and assisted callers with inquiries.
• Analysis of Covid-19 samples using RT-PCR
Manual extractions and experience with the Biomek, Light Cyclers, King Fisher and Hamilton equipment
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• Reagent preparation and Lot to Lot comparisons
• Training new employees
• SOP writing
• QC and Data Analysis
• Validation experiments
• Took care of client's pets
• Exercised and fed pets
• Administered medication, when necessary
• Basketball individual training sessions
• Sports performance and conditioning training programs tailored to individuals
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations. Enhanced data accuracy through meticulous calibration of analytical instruments and equipment.
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Implemented safety protocols, reducing the occurrence of accidents and maintaining a secure work environment.
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Provided technical support to researchers, enabling timely completion of projects with high-quality results.
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Mayo Clinic - Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Scottsdale, AZ • 05/2019 - 05/2020
Mayo Clinic Mass Spectrometry Lab - Clinical Lab Technologist Rochester, MN • 02/2018 - 01/2020
Mayo Clinic - Animal Care Technician
Rochester, MN • 09/2017 - 01/2018
Culver's - Manager
Rochester, MN • 05/2016 - 09/2016
Great Heart's Academy Anthem Prep - Physical Education Teacher, (Grades K-5) & High School & Middle School Head Basketball Coach Anthem, AZ • 01/2013 - 01/2016
Team Miller 17U and 13U (AAU) - Club Basketball Coach/Director Phoenix, AZ • 01/2013 - 01/2016
Phoenix Country Day School - Girls' Varsity Head Basketball Coach Phoenix, AZ • 01/2012 - 01/2014
Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample preparation and documentation processes.
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Provided training and mentorship to junior staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
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Maintained high-quality standards by adhering to strict safety and cleanliness protocols within the lab environment.
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Established a culture of excellence within the lab by setting high expectations for performance and fostering a commitment to ongoing professional development.
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• Improved laboratory efficiency by implementing new automated testing procedures.
• Analyzes blood and tissues to aid in the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of patients. Instrument operation and maintenance on Mass Spectrometry equipment and Agilent computer systems
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• Troubleshooting assays on Rapid Fire LC/MS systems
• Prepare Reagents for assays
Communicate test results to physicians under time constraints in a faced paced and changing environment.
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Data Analysis- larger amounts of data analyzed daily using statistical techniques for hypothesis testing to validate data and interpretations.
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Data Management-Advanced Microsoft office, Excel, Powerpoint and Word knowledge to formulate data and generate hypotheses.
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Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures to improve the efficiency in the lab
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• Present data and conclusions to team in order to improve strategies and operations
• Provide care to animals involved in research
• Harvest and cultivate food for animals
• Instrument troubleshooting, maintenance and interpreting test results
• Hired and trained new employees
• Front of house duties; Took and prepared customer orders
• Handled customer complaints
• Created daily Lesson plans/curriculum
• Logged student attendance
• Issued quarterly grades
• Administered tests
• Ran team practices
• Created team schedule
• Created team schedule
• Ran practices
Communicated with College Basketball Coaches nationwide to administer recruiting exposure for players
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• Created team schedule
• Ran practices
Communicated with College Basketball Coaches nationwide to administer recruiting exposure for players
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COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEER WORK
WNBA Read to Achieve, WNBA “Go Green” Initiative, WNBA “Be Fit” Clinics, Habitat for Humanity, Basketball Camps and Clinics
COLLEGIATE HONORS
• University of Georgia Circle of Honor Inductee, 2017
• University of Georgia Scholar Athlete Award, 1998-2001
• SEC Scholar Athlete Honor Roll, 1998-2001
• Dean's List UGA, 1998-2001
• Verizon Academic All-America Team, 2000/2001
• All-SEC First Team Honors, 1998-2001
• James E. Sullivan Award (co-winner with twin sister), 2000
• Member of Silver medal winning U.S. World University Games Team, 1999
• Second Team All-American, 2000/2001
• Among 15 Finalists for Naismith Player of the year, 2001
• Record-Holder for the most points in a game (45) at UGA
• UGA's top ten career leaders in scoring, steals, and assists
• Minnesota Miss Basketball, 1998
PRO BASKETBALL EXPERIENCE
• WNBA
• Professional Basketball Player
• Atlanta Dream, 2009-2012
• Washington Mystics, 2001-2008
• HONORS
• Drafted by the Washington Mystics as the Number 9 Overall Pick in the 2001 Draft
• WNBA Most Improved Player of the Year, 2002
• WNBA Eastern Conference Championship with the Atlanta Dream, 2010 & 2011
• INTERNATIONAL
• Russia 2008-2010 & 2012-2013
• Turkey 2003-2004 & 2011-2012
• South Korea 2004-2005
• France 2005-2007
• China 2006
• Euroleague Championship Winner with Spartak Moscow, Russia 2008-2010