ELISANGELA RODRIGUES
Papamoa Beach,Tauranga
Summary
Dedicated professional, who is constantly investigating ways to create and improve laboratory operations, in the kiwifruit industry. Background in Biological Sciences, with great knowledge in microbiology. Ability to develop In-house methods such as In-vitro Pollen Germination. Great self-leaning skills, that have provided the necessary tools for learning, troubleshooting and improving Gas Chromatography analysis.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technical Analyst
EastPack Ltd.
Te Puke , Te Puke
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Started in March 2018 as laboratory technician at EastPack Ltd
- In December of the same year was offered the permanent position of Laboratory Technical Analyst
- Responsible for training and coordinating the microscopic analysis, including insect identification and monitoring of kiwifruit most common pests
- Responsible for administrating the Ethylene monitoring test including data analysis, result processing, system troubleshooting and preventive maintenance
- Developer and coordinator of the Pollen Viability Test for kiwifruit milled pollen
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
Dental Assistant
Milford Family Dental
Auckland, NZ
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Responsible for appointment schedule, patient follow up, payments and consumables orders.
- Applied sealants and protective coatings to teeth, protecting enamel and preventing cavities.
- Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments, educating patients and following up each patient's progress and future needs
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms while making friendly conversation to prepare for cleanings and procedures.
- Took bitewing, periapical, panoramic and occlusal X-rays and prepared for dentists to review.
- Stocked and prepared exam and treatment rooms by setting up required instruments, tools, supplies and equipment.
Dental Assistant and Receptionist
Auckland, NZ
11.2014 - 11.2016
- Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Dental Assistant
Dental Solutions
Auckland, NZ
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Educated patients on postoperative and general oral health care by suggesting warm saltwater rinsing, pain medication dosage, flossing methods, brushing techniques and employment of cold compress for pain relieving.
- Coordinated and managed patient care with efficiency and professionalism by scheduling appointments and educating patients
- Took preliminary impressions of patient teeth to prepare for custom impressions and fabrication of permanent dental work.
- Produced opposing models, study casts and impressions to provide dentists with information on relationship between teeth, gums and dental arches.
- Educated patients on techniques to optimize oral hygiene, control plaque and protect teeth and gums.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods to help dentists detect tooth decay, cavities and other issues needing to be treated.
- Selected and prepared tools used for procedures by sanitizing and arranging.
Biological Science Student and Researcher
State University of West of Parane
Cascavel, Parana-BR
02.2004 - 12.2010
- Held a scholarship aimed at research on biological control alternatives – Laboratory of Biotechnology, Estate University of West of Parana-BR.
- Ran a trial with the use of in vitro replicated fungi species and their effectiveness when used in association with diatomaceous earth, for the biological control of mealworm beetle in chicken poultry house.
- Laboratory assistant in the course Introduction to vegetable Micropropagation during the 18th Biology Week- State University of West of Parana.
- Volunteer for the Brazilian governmental programme called Rondon project.
- Development of lectures and workshops for guiding and assisting low income families that depend on familiar agriculture.
- Laboratory assistant at the centre of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, in the factory school of chemical products for sanitizing and hygiene purposes.
- Excel Course for Basic Data analysis, Formulas and Charts
- Thesis: Selection of Metarhizium anisopliae isolates and their interaction with
diatomaceous earth for the control of Alphitobius diaperinus (PANZER, 1797)
(COLEOPTERA: TENEBRIONIDAE)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Entomology
State University Of West Of Parana
Brazil12.2010
Dental Assistant - Dentistry
New Zealand Dental Association
Auckland, New Zealand11.2014
Some College (No Degree) - English
Auckland English School
Auckland, New ZealandSkills
- Certified Technical Analyst
- Technical data reporting
- Laboratory safety procedures
- Analytical laboratory tests
- Technical documents comprehension
- Technical specification updates
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Technical data analysis
- Laboratory validation
- Technical problem resolution
- Laboratory diagnostic equipment
- Interpreting technical documentation
- Technical proficiency
- Laboratory data collection
- Laboratory results management
- Managing laboratory supplies
- Developing technical solutions
- Best laboratory practices
- Laboratory equipment maintenance
- Technical problem solving and troubleshooting
- Laboratory experiments
Accomplishments
- Passionate professional.
- Organizational ability.
- Strong attention to details and ability to improve professional performance.
- Effective in delegating tasks and making sure they are done well.
- Fast learner and very interested in developing new skills.
- Organized and punctual.
- Full knowledge about laboratory procedures including cleaning, organizing and maintenance of the place and equipment.
- Able to recognize and manage the risks associated with physical, mechanical, electrical and chemical hazards.
- Ability to recognize and manage the risks associated with psychological hazards such as workplace stress.
References
Referees
- Rebecca Taylor: Quality Manager at EastPack Ltd, PH: 021 881 809
E-mail: becky7550@yahoo.com
- Ruba Naidoo: Administration Manager at Milford Family Dental, PH: 09 489 8354
E-mail: info@dentistauckland.nz;
- Marina Astafieva: Practice Manager and dentist at Dentist on Parnell, PH: (09) 377 5205
E-mail: marinadentist@xtra.co.nz;
- Anne: Practice Manager at Dental Solutions, PH: 09 525 0959
E-mail: ellerslie@dentalsolutions.co.nz.
Interests
- Analytical Chemistry
- Botanic
- Biological control
Timeline
Laboratory Technical Analyst
EastPack Ltd.
03.2018 - 12.2020
Dental Assistant
Milford Family Dental
01.2017 - 06.2017
Dental Assistant
Dental Solutions
04.2016 - 09.2016
Dental Assistant and Receptionist
11.2014 - 11.2016
Biological Science Student and Researcher
State University of West of Parane
02.2004 - 12.2010
Dental Assistant - Dentistry
New Zealand Dental Association
Some College (No Degree) - English
Auckland English School
Bachelor of Science - Entomology
State University Of West Of Parana