Kate Anikin
Northmead,NSW
Summary
Detail-oriented Pathology collector well-versed in performing tests such as urinalysis, blood gasses and blood smears. Highly organized and diligent with systematic approach to handling specimens and conducting assessments. Ready to bring 15 years of related experience to challenging new role. Enthusiastic Pathology collector eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Pathology and training in Collecting. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Pathology.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Pathology Collector
Douglas Hanly Moir Pathology
Parramatta, NSW
09.2004 - Current
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Assisted pathology team with skilled analyses by preparing tissue samples.
- Assisted with safe transfusions by conducting tests and completing blood counts.
Soccer Manager
North Rocks, Soccer Club
North Rocks, NSW
06.2012 - 05.2017
- Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support program.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families and community members.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Developed and implemented team rules.
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
Face Painter
03.2013 - 03.2015
- Followed health and safety protocols for guest and employee benefit.
- Engaged customers in process to provide memorable experience.
- Utilized exceptional customer service skills to satisfy all needs.
- Presented template design options and discussed preferences.
- Kept work areas clean and neat at all times.
- Set up painting stand and stocked with supplies.
- Maintained full stock of inventory and properly sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
Bushcare, Wildlife Monitor
Parramatta Council
Parramatta, NSW
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Anne's Nursing Home
Hunters Hill, NSW
01.2002 - 06.2003
- Contributed to overall quality and care of patients by answering calls for help, taking vital signs, and monitoring behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration.
- Assisted medical supply requisitioning to maintain inventory.
- Provided informational resources to patients and families regarding treatments, guidelines and plans.
- Offered nursing station clerical and data-entry assistance to streamline operations.
- Answered phone- and Internet-based correspondences to address inquiries.
- Provided customized care according to individual health plan.
- Worked alongside certified nursing assistants to check vitals and tend to patient needs.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Created positive patient experience by assisting patients with bathing, ambulating, feeding and personal and oral hygiene care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Collaborated and shadowed multidisciplinary team members to plan, manage and assess treatments in care units.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output to report changes to medical and nursing staff.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Bartender/Game room attendant/Barista
Bayview Tavern
Gladesville, NSW
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
- Set up glassware, liquor and other necessary supplies for special events.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Conducted regular inventories of bar and drink supplies to keep stock on hand and avoid expensive rush orders.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Assisted servers with specialty drinks orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Managed accurate register and produced daily sales reports backing up inventory usage numbers.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Boosted bar profitability, mentoring team members on routine procedures and productivity strategies.
- Set up bar for operation, obtained cash bank and stocked service bar.
- Polished glassware, bussed tables and removed debris to keep customer areas clean.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Education
Cert 3 in Education And Support - Education And Support
TAFE
Quakers Hill, NSW12.2021
Cert 3 in Pathology - Pathology
Douglas Hanly Moir Pathology
Macquarie Park, NSW06.2011
Medical Terminology - Medical Assisting
TAFE,NSW
Meadowbank2004
Pathology Collector - Pathology
ADEPT Training
Westmead, NSW2004
Cert 3 Assistant in Nursing - Aged Care
TAFE, NSW
Meadowbank2003
Skills
Creative collaboration with clients for optimal satisfaction
Superior attention to cleanliness and hygiene of all equipment
Soccer
I have played soccer for a few years and have been on the sideline foe 15 years watching my husband and cheering on my children every year.
yoga
I have recently started yoga and love it.
Timeline
Bushcare, Wildlife Monitor
Parramatta Council
03.2014 - 02.2015
Face Painter
03.2013 - 03.2015
Soccer Manager
North Rocks, Soccer Club
06.2012 - 05.2017
Pathology Collector
Douglas Hanly Moir Pathology
09.2004 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Anne's Nursing Home
01.2002 - 06.2003
Bartender/Game room attendant/Barista
Bayview Tavern
01.2001 - 01.2003
Cert 3 in Education And Support - Education And Support
TAFE
Cert 3 in Pathology - Pathology
Douglas Hanly Moir Pathology
Medical Terminology - Medical Assisting
TAFE,NSW
Pathology Collector - Pathology
ADEPT Training
Cert 3 Assistant in Nursing - Aged Care
TAFE, NSW