Education: Master of Science, Laboratory Medicine, University of Washington; Bachelor
of Science, Medical Technology, University of Washington; Bachelor of
Science, Biological Sciences with emphasis in Molecular and Cellular Biology,
University of California, Davis.
Experience: More than 12 years of clinical bench scientist experience working in Hematology, Microbiology and Urinalysis. Working as a MLS Program Director since 2015 and involved in clinical education for more than 10 years.
Interests: Hiking, traveling, spending time with family and friends.
Education: Graduate of Benefis Healthcare School of Medical Technology, Great Falls,
Montana; Bachelor of Science, Microbiology, University of Idaho.
Experience: Working as an MLS since 2005 in small to large hospital settings. Worked as a generalist for 12 years before working strictly Chemistry for 6 years.
Interests: Keeping up with my 2 kids and their activities, hanging out with my family and friends, skiing, hiking and biking.
I love being able to connect with the new generation of MLS’s. This is a career I love and am excited to share it with them!
Education: Graduate of Providence Sacred Heart School of Medical Laboratory Science;
Bachelor of Science, Biology, Gonzaga University.
Experience: More than 40 years of experience, mainly in Hematology.
Interests: Crafting, quilting, and rooting for Gonzaga, the Mariners, and the Seahawks.
I felt a connection to Hematology from the first day of my training. The blood cells can really tell the story of a person’s health if you know how to read them correctly.
Education: Graduate of Providence Sacred Heart School of Medical Laboratory Science;
Bachelor of Science, Biology, Minor in Chemistry Eastern Washington University;
Associate of Arts, Spokane Falls Community College.
Experience: More than 15 years in the Microbiology department working at all of the various technical benches.
Interests: Being involved with my children’s sports and school activities; listening to various music genres and riding motorcycles.
I really enjoy working with the students. Every year, they think I am challenging them to become better in Microbiology, but they are also challenging me to become a better instructor. Students ask the best questions, which often leads to new ways of teaching or explaining a subject.
Education: Specialist in Blood Banking, LifeShare; Graduate of Providence Sacred Heart School of Medical Laboratory Science; Bachelor of Science, Biology, Eastern Washington University. Associate of Science, General Studies, North Idaho College.
Experience: Over 10 years of Blood Banking experience including advanced clinical patient testing and blood component processing. Taught and lead various small groups in nonclinical settings.
Interests: Small engine repair, various auctions, remodeling my home, cooking, going for walks with my wife, son, and our dogs.
I am very passionate about blood banking and enjoy teaching about this little-known portion of the lab.
Education: Graduate of Providence Sacred Heart School of Medical Laboratory Science;
Bachelor of Science in Genetics & Cell Biology and Bachelor of Science
in Microbiology, Washington State University.
Experience: Over 7 years of Blood Bank experience including advanced clinical patient testing. Two years research lab experience performing a variety of testing techniques. Teaching assistant for human anatomy at Washington State University.
Interests: Hiking, gardening, spending time with my husband, daughter and dog.
Education: Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist, Alpine College; Associate of Applied Science,
Spokane Falls Community College.
Experience: Over 15 years of experience as a phlebotomist and phlebotomy trainer at a level-1 trauma center. Working as Clinical Educator in Phlebotomy since January 2023.
Interests: Being around family, watching my kids play sports, camping, boating, ATV riding.
I really enjoy watching students grow as they make phlebotomy their career or use it to help them achieve their goal in the medical field.
Education: Graduate of Providence Sacred Heart School of Medical Laboratory Science;
Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of New Mexico.
Experience: Five years of clinical bench scientist experience working in Microbiology, Blood Bank, Coagulation, Chemistry and Hematology. Two years’ experience as lab manager, with recent transition to role of clinical educator.
Interests: Faith, swing dancing, basketball, hiking, live music.
Education: Master of Health Professions Education with emphasis in Interprofessional
Education, Rosalind Franklin University; Bachelor of Science, Clinical
Laboratory Science, Weber State University.
Experience: Large hospital to small physicians’ clinics. Working in the clinical education field since 2006.
Interests: Being with my family, enjoying the outdoors, gardening and trying a variety of ethnic foods.
I believe each individual has a unique set of skills and when applied appropriately, an individual can excel beyond expectations. I am passionate about this career field and helping our students become the best they can be.
Education: Certificate, eLearning Instructional Design, University of Washington;
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, University of Alaska-Fairbanks.
Experience: Over 25 years supporting continuing education and training programs in healthcare and the clinical laboratory environment.
Interests: Creative projects, music and stories, exploring new places, sampling delicious foods, spending time with family, friends and fur-babies.
I enjoy getting to know our students and supporting their journey through the program!
