Praveena Krishnaprasad
Dana Point,CA
Summary
Microbiology Technician II supporting ISO 17025 and ISO 13485 quality systems in a regulated lab environment. Supervises a team of 15 laboratory technicians, coordinates scheduling and workflow, and keeps testing moving toward daily turnaround targets. Builds reliability through SOP compliance, coaching, and onboarding that strengthen technical accuracy and safety.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiology Technician II
Millstone Medical Outsourcing
Bloomfield, CT
01.2025 - Current
- Coordinate 10% on-time testing turnaround by balancing schedules, workloads, and daily laboratory priorities.
- Maintain 5-10 ISO 17025 and ISO 13485 quality checks weekly while supporting laboratory compliance and documentation standards.
- Supervise a team of 15 laboratory technicians, reinforcing SOP compliance and consistent microbiological practices.
- Coordinate staffing, delegate assignments, and align daily lab flow with testing targets and turnaround expectations.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching that strengthens technical accuracy and professional development.
- Lead onboarding and training for new hires in microbiological techniques, laboratory safety, and compliance standards.
- Support deviation investigation, corrective action, and root cause analysis to strengthen laboratory quality control.
Microbiology Technician I
Millstone Medical Outsourcing
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintain 90% record accuracy in LIMS through detailed documentation and timely data entry.
- Process 5-10 samples per shift using aseptic technique and established microbiology protocols.
- Culture, isolate, and identify microorganisms in line with established laboratory protocols.
- Prepare, sterilize, and maintain media, reagents, and laboratory equipment through autoclaving and filtration methods.
- Perform biochemical assays, Gram staining, and microscopic analysis to support microbial identification.
- Document test results and maintain LIMS records with consistent attention to data integrity and traceability.
- Support SOP compliance, document control, and ISO 17025 and ISO 13485-aligned quality practices in daily lab work.
Warehouse Associate
Millstone Medical Outsourcing
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Received, unloaded, sorted, and organized incoming packages and merchandise for efficient warehouse placement.
- Moved packages safely throughout the facility while following safety procedures and maintaining a clean work area.
- Supported a fast-paced operation by meeting productivity and quality standards consistently under physical workload demands.
- Worked effectively with team members and supervisors to keep daily warehouse flow organized and on track.
- Maintained strong attendance, reliability, and attention to detail across recurring warehouse assignments.
Receptionist
TLC Pediatric Dentistry
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Coordinated new patient intake by verifying insurance and maintaining accurate patient records.
- Managed employee schedules and daily appointments to support efficient front-office operations.
- Communicated with prospective patients to support client growth and retention.
- Assisted clinical staff with routine procedures while keeping the work area clean and organized.
- Maintained administrative accuracy and multitasked effectively in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Lab Technician / Analyst
Phoenix Environmental Laboratories
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Performed microbiological testing on water samples, including coliform analysis using heterotrophic plate counts and membrane filtration techniques.
- Conducted chemical analysis of water and soil samples for ammonia and Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen compounds.
- Operated and maintained spectrophotometers, distillation systems, and digestion systems to support accurate laboratory testing.
- Maintained OSHA compliance and proper PPE use while handling and disposing of hazardous chemicals, including sulfuric acid and sodium hydroxide.
- Documented laboratory results carefully and supported workflow coordination to keep testing records accurate and organized.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Health Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
University of Connecticut
01-2021
Skills
- Laboratory quality systems
- SOP compliance
- ISO 17025 compliance
- ISO 13485 compliance
- Root cause analysis
- Corrective and preventive action
- Deviation investigation
- Internal auditing
- Method validation
- Document control
- Change control
- Proficiency testing
- Specimen chain of custody
- Team supervision
- Staff training
- Performance evaluations
- Laboratory workflow coordination
- Turnaround time management
Certification
Inbound marketing
Timeline
Microbiology Technician II
Millstone Medical Outsourcing
01.2025 - Current
Microbiology Technician I
Millstone Medical Outsourcing
01.2024 - 01.2025
Warehouse Associate
Millstone Medical Outsourcing
01.2024 - 01.2025
Receptionist
TLC Pediatric Dentistry
01.2022 - 01.2024
Lab Technician / Analyst
Phoenix Environmental Laboratories
01.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
University of Connecticut
Master of Business Administration - Health Administration
Southern New Hampshire University