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Mindy Burckell

Lake Charles

Summary

Dynamic Technical Application Scientist II at Thermo Fisher Scientific, adept at enhancing application performance through data analysis and troubleshooting. Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally, develop technical documentation, and implement user-focused software solutions, resulting in improved user experience and satisfaction. Strong analytical skills combined with effective scientific communication drive impactful results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Application Scientist II

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Lake Charles
09.2022 - Current
  • Conducted research on emerging technologies to recommend beneficial applications for organizational needs.
  • Monitored application performance metrics and adjusted settings to enhance reliability.
  • Developed, tested, and implemented software applications to improve user experience.
  • Created technical documentation for developers and users, facilitating effective application usage.
  • Analyzed user feedback to identify improvement opportunities in existing applications.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define app specifications and integrate user-facing elements.
  • Provided guidance on best practices for correct application usage among internal staff members.
  • Resolved customer issues related to application performance through efficient troubleshooting procedures.

Preschool Assistant Teacher

For the Love of Learning
Westhampton Beach
06.2019 - 05.2022
  • Incorporated technology into the classroom setting when appropriate such as interactive whiteboards or tablets.
  • Assisted in preparing meals and snacks for preschoolers according to nutritional guidelines.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education topics such as language acquisition or literacy instruction.
  • Engaged in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
  • Implemented behavioral management techniques in order to ensure a safe learning environment for all students.
  • Provided guidance to students on proper behavior and social interaction with others in classroom settings.
  • Utilized appropriate instructional strategies when presenting material to young learners.
  • Assisted the lead teacher in maintaining accurate documentation of student attendance records as well as incident reports if necessary.
  • Organized activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling.
  • Supported special needs students throughout the day by helping them stay focused on tasks assigned or assisting with communication difficulties they may have had.
  • Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to promote the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of children.
  • Maintained a safe environment for children at all times by adhering to established standards of care.
  • Provided support during field trips including supervision of students while off-site.
  • Monitored individual student progress through assessments such as observation checklists and anecdotal records.
  • Facilitated outdoor playtime activities while ensuring safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Encouraged creativity among students by providing them with materials needed for art projects or other creative activities.
  • Observed children's performance, behavior, social development and physical health.
  • Attended staff meetings related to curriculum planning or program updates as required.
  • Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules, and maintain safety.
  • Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
  • Maintained safe, clean and constantly supervised play environment.
  • Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and brought up problems to parents.
  • Helped facilitate indoor and outdoor play, parent-teacher conferences and keeping classroom clean with diligent attention to each support task.
  • Assisted with implementation of approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.
  • Made and distributed nutritious snacks by preparing and dividing into portions.
  • Created and assembled classroom displays and decorations.
  • Instructed and assisted students during craft activities.
  • Arranged classroom furniture and learning materials to keep areas neat.
  • Maintained and cleaned nap mats by making minor repairs and wiping down.
  • Supervised students outside classroom during recess, lunch, and breaks.
  • Organized student items by labeling and documenting collection.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Observed children to record development.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.

Health Service Technician Lead

United States Coast Guard
Yorktown
05.2013 - 06.2018
  • Developed and maintained accurate records of daily performance metrics for all technicians.
  • Ensured proper documentation of patient care activities according to established protocols.
  • Performed routine maintenance checks on medical equipment used by the department.
  • Assisted in orienting and training new Health Service Technicians.
  • Created reports summarizing technician activities such as completed tasks, incidents handled.
  • Maintained inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment necessary for successful operations.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas requiring improvement in health services delivery.
  • Collaborated with other departments on initiatives that improved patient outcomes.
  • Reviewed relevant regulations governing healthcare services delivery periodically.
  • Acted as an advocate for the department in interdepartmental meetings or events.
  • Evaluated performance of technicians on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and coaching sessions.
  • Advised senior management on personnel matters relating to hiring, promotions, discipline.
  • Planned schedules for team members based on workloads, staffing needs, holidays.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety regulations and policies.
  • Implemented strategies to improve efficiency of the Health Services Department.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to review policies, procedures, protocols, and updates related to health services.
  • Facilitated communication among technicians by regularly providing updates as needed.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior technicians when needed.
  • Resolved conflicts between technicians or between technicians and patients in a timely manner.
  • Monitored workflow processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Consulted with clinicians to develop business strategy.
  • Worked closely with professionals on activity coordination to enable planning processes to meet projected outcomes.
  • Kept watch on people with ongoing and serious health issues.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness to ascertain if it was meeting established objectives defined by professionals.
  • Monitored employee and provider credentials and immunization statuses.
  • Gathered and assessed data regarding program activities to help with effective decision making.
  • Oversaw the on-boarding and training of new healthcare team members.
  • Created and maintained electronic record management (EMR) systems to store data and develop reports.
  • Created and maintained facility documents and records with sensitive data.
  • Coordinated financial operations, budgeting, accounting, expenses and financial reporting tasks.
  • Assisted with development of regulatory compliance systems.
  • Assisted executive staff by providing extensive support for healthcare programs.
  • Monitored contracts related to healthcare system's strategic mission.
  • Managed work schedule and assigned tasks to individual staff.
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
  • Conducted research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
  • Recommended changes to improve computer or information systems.
  • Calculated numerical data for medical activities.
  • Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
  • Calibrated, troubleshot or repaired equipment and corrected malfunctions.
  • Developed procedures for data management.
  • Instructed patients and caregivers on how to appropriately use breathing machines at home to obtain necessary symptom relieve.
  • Adjusted settings or positions of medical equipment.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
  • Instructed patients in use of assistive equipment.
  • Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY
05-2022

Skills

  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Troubleshooting procedures
  • Customer service
  • Technical documentation
  • Data analysis
  • Problem solving
  • Scientific communication
  • Laboratory skills
  • Cell culture techniques
  • Strong analytical mind
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Application performance monitoring

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Technical Application Scientist II

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
09.2022 - Current

Preschool Assistant Teacher

For the Love of Learning
06.2019 - 05.2022

Health Service Technician Lead

United States Coast Guard
05.2013 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Stony Brook University

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