EHRIS FAULKNER
Colonial Heights,VA
Summary
Experienced Forensic Scientist specializing in lab analysis of both federal and non-federal specimens, including those submitted by the Department of Transportation (DOT), employers, and the criminal justice system. Skilled in conducting Specimen Validity Testing (SVT) and utilizing scientific techniques such as specific gravity, pH testing, and glucose testing. Proficient in LC-MS and GC-MS analysis testing, as well as conducting initial reviews. Known for exceptional time management and critical thinking abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Forensic Scientist I, First Review
Abbott Laboratories
07.2024 - Current
- Initial review of LC-MS/MS, GC-MS and GC-FID headspace data including, calibration, control performance, chain of custody, and donor results
- Operation of Sciex LC-MS/MS and Agilent GC-MS instrumentation
- Use of Sciex Analyst, and MultiQuant software
- Loading of samples and controls to confirmatory instruments
- Knowledge of drug metabolism
- Compliance with all established SOPs, regulatory guidelines and company policies
Forensic Scientist, 1 Screening
Abbott Laboratories
11.2022 - Current
- Operate the screening instrument and initial review of data
- Troubleshoot instrument issues
- Tests fluid samples for the use of drugs
- Preform additional testing on positive samples
- Have a clear understanding of analytical techniques and procedures
- Basic understanding of the Laboratory Information System and other laboratory computer systems
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Rapides Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems
- Decontaminated and sanitized all equipment, instruments and supplies
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Stevenson University
Stevenson, MD05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Biomedical Studies
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA12.2017
Associate Degree - General Studies, Natural Science
Delta Community College
Monroe, LA05.2015
Skills
- Documentation skills
- Chart organization
- Workflow understanding
- Data entry expertise
- Order initiation
- Paperwork processing
- Laboratory Testing
- Problem Solving
- Self-Motivated
- Proficient in Specimen Validity Testing (SVT)
- Proficient in Federal and Non-Federal specimen testing
Timeline
Forensic Scientist I, First Review
Abbott Laboratories
07.2024 - Current
Forensic Scientist, 1 Screening
Abbott Laboratories
11.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Rapides Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 11.2022
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Stevenson University
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Biomedical Studies
Northwestern State University
Associate Degree - General Studies, Natural Science
Delta Community College
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