Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hi, I’m
Rashi Kaknani
Carlingford,NSW
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Eurofins Environment Testing Australia Pvt Ltd
Administrative & Laboratory Assistant
2024.01 - Current (8 months)
Job overview
- Prepare samples for analysis by mixing, blending and weighing, in accordance with sample/analysis requirements and preparation methods
- Ensure efficient utilization of laboratory materials
- Operate and maintain equipment/instruments as required
- Meeting client expectations in regards to service and quality
- Organizing report work lists to ensure reporting to clients in a timely manner, including following up on result progress with lab staff and with subcontract labs where needed
- Reviewing report login to check for any errors, communicating with clients to resolve any login issues
- Checking over report results and organizing result confirmations required with lab if any results look amiss
- Assist with sample receipt, sample registration, and/or checking of sample registration data to ensure it is accurate
- Assist with lab’s quality review and improvement projects
- Tracked and organized samples for immediate retrieval and testing.
- Ensure all procedures are carried out in accordance with SOP’s and quality system.
- Adhered to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.
- Cleaned glassware, pipettes and other lab equipment after use following approved safety protocols.
- Trained new personnel on proper laboratory procedures and protocol.
- Operated computer systems to enter data related to laboratory activities.
- Generated reports to document results.
Perfect Diagnostics Laboratory
Laboratory Manager
2019.06 - 2023.08 (4 years & 2 months)
Job overview
- Utilized a range of laboratory equipment, including microscopes, centrifuges, pipettes.
- Performed routine laboratory tests and analyses in support of research objectives, ensuring accuracy and precision of results.
- Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies and ensuring stock is available when needed.
- Assisted with training new lab technicians on proper operation of instruments, safety protocols, and other relevant topics.
- Performed quality control checks on laboratory equipment and chemicals to maintain laboratory standards.
- Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis.
- Ensured compliance with relevant safety regulations when handling hazardous materials in the lab.
- Generated reports to document results.
- Improved current skills and knowledge by attending all relevant meetings, classes, and trainings.
- Tracked and organized specimens for immediate retrieval and testing.
- Utilized laboratory software to track and process data.
- Expedited critical testing results without compromising sample validity or quality assurance.
- Identified abnormal test results to refer to relevant person for further review.
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality or performance issues.
- Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the lab, including staffing and scheduling of personnel.
- Maintained records of all test methods used in the laboratory environment.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Bright Academy
Administrative Coordinator
2018.07 - 2019.05 (10 months)
Job overview
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, vacation requests, absences.
- Organized office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Managed incoming mail distribution and outgoing courier services.
- Ordered office supplies as needed to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Processed invoices from vendors in a timely manner according to company policies.
- Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
- Provided assistance during special projects or events as needed.
- Greeted visitors upon arrival at the office and directed them accordingly.
- Monitored office safety protocols and conducted regular checks to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Served as the first point of contact for incoming calls and visitors, providing excellent customer service and directing inquiries appropriately.
- Issued work schedules, duty assignments and deadlines for office or administrative staff.
- Organized meetings between academy staff, parents and students to discuss progress and any issues that may arise.
- Maintained databases of student's information including grades, contact information.
- Monitored student behavior in order to maintain a safe learning environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in recruiting qualified faculty members by conducting interviews and evaluating resumes.
Perfect Diagnostics Laboratory
Laboratory Technician
2012.02 - 2017.09 (5 years & 7 months)
Job overview
- Utilized a range of laboratory equipment, including microscopes, centrifuges, pipettes.
- Collection of blood samples by venepuncture, urine collection in a efficient manner
- Performed routine laboratory tests and analyses in support of research objectives, ensuring accuracy and precision of results.
- Maintained accurate records of data collected from experiments.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies related to lab equipment immediately to supervisor.
- Ensured compliance with relevant safety regulations when handling hazardous materials in the lab.
- Generated reports to document results.
- Improved current skills and knowledge by attending all relevant meetings, classes, and trainings.
- Tracked and organized specimens for immediate retrieval and testing.
- Utilized laboratory software to track and process data.
- Expedited critical testing results without compromising sample validity or quality assurance.
- Identified abnormal test results to refer to laboratory scientist for further review.
- Created chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
- Measured or weighed compounds and solutions for use in testing.
Education
MP Shah Medical College
Diploma medical laboratory technician
01.2006
University Overview
D.K.V. Arts & Science college
Bachelor of Science (Zoology)
01.2005
University Overview
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Phlebotomy
- Time Management
- Sample Preparation
- Multitasking abilities
- Task Prioritization
- Team Management
- Communication skills
- Documentation & Reporting
- Customer service
Timeline
Administrative & Laboratory Assistant
Eurofins Environment Testing Australia Pvt Ltd
2024.01 - Current (8 months)
Laboratory Manager
Perfect Diagnostics Laboratory
2019.06 - 2023.08 (4 years & 2 months)
Administrative Coordinator
Bright Academy
2018.07 - 2019.05 (10 months)
Laboratory Technician
Perfect Diagnostics Laboratory
2012.02 - 2017.09 (5 years & 7 months)
MP Shah Medical College
Diploma medical laboratory technician
D.K.V. Arts & Science college
Bachelor of Science (Zoology)
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