DEIDRA LEIGH COBLER

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Olympia, WA 98513

Cell 360-***-****

zxnju9@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION:

Medical Histologist Clover Park Technical College Sept 26, 2001 Aug 29, 2012

Lakewood, Washington

Studies included:

Laboratory and chemical safety and universal precautions, standard histology instrumentation, quality control procedures, specimen accessioning, record keeping, and documentation. Theory and principles of fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, and cover-slipping of tissue sections. Basic grossing techniques, as well as in-depth training in processing, embedding, and cutting of tissue sections. Identify basic tissue structure using a light microscope. Theory and principles of hematoxylin and eosin staining, basic principles and procedures of carbohydrate and amyloid stains. Microorganisms, pigments, minerals, the nervous system, connective tissue, and muscle stains. Microorganisms, pigments, and minerals continued. Special stains run on brain, muscle, and connective tissue. Frozen tissue cutting and staining. Laboratory mathematics with an emphasis on solution preparation. Basic immunohistochemistry theory and techniques.

Internship: Central Oregon. July 2-Aug 23, 2012

Regional Pathologists, Inc

Bend, Oregon

During my internship with CORP, I demonstrated skills at and above industry standards for embedding, microtomy, and staining. I assisted with processor maintenance and instrumentation troubleshooting. I gained experience with processing PAP smears in the cytology lab, witnessed grossing in of specimens and the dictation procedures. I had the opportunity to work with the following instrumentation: Microm HM325 and Leica RM2256 microtomes, Leica Autostainer XL, Leica ASP processors, Ventana Benchmark Ultra and Benchmark XT IHC strainers, Ventana Nexes special strainers, Sakura Tissue-Tek SCA automated cover-slipper and learned basic introduction to entering data and printing slide labels on Powerpath data software system.

Extra Curricular Activities

CPTC “Go-Live” Student Led Laboratory – Lead 2: Special Stains and IHC

Certifications

CPR/First Aid

HIPAA

HIV/Aids training

Registered to complete ASCP certification Fall 2012

Volunteer work:

CPTC: Conduct Histology lab tours for potential students at the Student Information Sessions twice a month.

Certificate of Completion South Puget Sound 2003 to 2005

Architectual CAD Drafting Community College Olympia, Washington

Demonstrated the following skills standards specific to CAD Technologies:

Translate and transform ideas and rough sketches of architects and engineers into detailed, workable plans

Develop profiles and cross sections, land sub divisions, site and grading plans and basic earthwork calculations with accurate and correct interpretation of survey data gathered utilizing survey instrumentation.

Communicate effectively

Logical and critical thinking

Evaluate and process quantitative and symbolic data

Understand ethical responsibilities and consequences

Other studies included: Algebra, trigonometry, English, computer skills, social sciences, precision drawing and humanities

Associates of Arts Seattle Art Institute 1992 to 1994

Interior Design Seattle, Washington

Perspective, drawing, proportion, color, drafting, and basic rendering

Art history and appreciation and cultural studies

Textiles, furnishings, and lighting

Knowledge of building codes, health & safety standards, and sustainable practices, architectural concepts

2D and 3D design

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Retail Sales-support 2011 to current

Victoria’s Secret Olympia, Washington

o Responsible for ensuring that the selling floor is full and abundant with all styles, colors and sizes

o Maintain merchandise presentation standards while engaging customers

o Support and enhance all selling functions to ensure a seamless customer experience by creating an environment that is friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient for the customer

o Responsible for daily Brand Guide execution and ensures that merchandise and visual presentation standards are maintained in partnership with Category Managers

Architectual CAD drafter 2006 to 2009

MC Construction Consultants, Inc. Lacey, Washington

o Lead drafter for custom residential homes

o Drafter on commercial projects; condominiums, apartment complexes

o Responsible for organizing, planning and prioritizing drafting projects

o Responsible for obtaining and assembling construction data to complete designs

o Responsible for daily operation and maintenance of standard and large format printers

Office Assistant, Custom Homes sales 2005 to 2006

Linwood Homes Milton, Washington

o Greeted and directed clients to appropriate sales person

o Demonstrated ability to work with different computer programs, including MS Office, Word, and Excel

o Responsible for general office duties, including creating spreadsheets and bid proposals

o Responsible for maintaining office supply inventory and purchasing

Sales Associate -Beauty Consultant 2002 to 2003

Macy’s Olympia, Washington

o Demonstrated great customer service by providing a knowledge based suggestion to meet their specific needs

o Responsible for compliance with floor safety standards, policies and procedures

o Demonstrated skill at operating a POS register, handling cash/credit transactions

o Track incoming orders and following through with telephone calls

o Receiving and sort incoming store transfers for customer pick up

Sales Associate - Retail 1999 to 2000

Bon Marche Olympia, WA.

o Demonstrated great customer service by providing knowledge based suggestion to meet their specific needs.

o Responsible for compliance with floor safety standards, policies and procedures.

o Demonstrated skill at operating a POS register, handling cash/credit transactions.

o Responsible for tracking incoming orders and following through with telephone calls.

o Responsible for receiving and sorting incoming store transfers for customer pick up.

Horse trainer, breeder 1980 to1999

Waystation Ranch Rainier,WA.

o Lead trainer position at an Arabian horse ranch.

o Responsible for daily operations of facilities.

o Responsible for daily care and training of horses, including scheduling veterinary and healthcare visits.

o Responsible for training select horses for showing and promoting.

o Demonstrated skill at competing and successfully winning at Regional and National level competitions.

o Responsible for delegating tasks to others, demonstrating ability to prioritize time.

o Responsible for transport of horses to and from competitions.

o Responsible for set-up and presentation of ranch promotions at all competitions as a lead representative.

Skills and Abilities

Multi-tasking skills

Ability to maintain respect and integrity in all situations

Knowledge of construction, design and functionality of custom home designs

Customer service skills and the ability to be part of a team dynamic

Schedule flexibility to include evenings, weekends and non-business hours

Demonstrated ability to improve customer satisfaction and drive customer loyalty

Understanding of architectual working drawings for construction

Express creativity on projects

Ability to take direction from supervisor and complete project in a timely manner

Autodesk Autocad 2009, 2010, and Revit 2009 software experience

Excellent customer service with knowledge and experience with product

Visual merchandising and sales floor professionalism

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Maintain a clean and sterile environment for customers

Clear and concise communication skills involving patience and understanding with animals

Empathy and kindness

Commitment to excellence

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