| KARA UPPGREN | |||||||||
| LABORATORY INFORMATION SYSTEM SPECIALIST | |||||||||
| CONTACT | PROFILE | ||||||||
| 757-759-9283 K5thfar@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/kara-u-048b89284/ | I currently work as a Laboratory Information System Analyst, where I support laboratory systems, troubleshoot technical issues, and work with data and healthcare technology. I am also studying cybersecurity and looking for an internship where I can gain hands-on experience and build my skills in the field. I’m interested in learning more about information security, protecting sensitive data, and identifying and addressing security risks. I’m a dependable and motivated person who enjoys solving problems, learning new technology, and taking on new challenges. | ||||||||
| SKILLS | EXPERIENCE | ||||||||
| Putty – Active – Directory – Windows -System Administration – Incident/Ticketing – Management – Rebooting Systems – HIPPA – Data Integrity – Problem Solving – Attention to Detail | Laboratory Information System Analyst Chesapeake Regional Hospital 2024-Current Provide technical support for laboratory information systems by troubleshooting system issues, resolving user problems, and maintaining system functionality. Work closely with laboratory staff to identify and address technical issues while ensuring accurate and reliable patient and laboratory data. Assist with system testing, updates, and improvements to support daily laboratory operations and improve overall system performance. Laboratory Clinical Assistant Mary Immaculate Hospital 2023-2024 Supported daily clinical laboratory operations by receiving, sorting, labeling, and processing patient specimens according to established procedures. Assisted with patient registration and provided support during blood draws and specimen collection. Worked closely with laboratory and healthcare staff to ensure specimens were handled accurately and efficiently while providing professional and respectful patient care. | ||||||||
| EDUCATION | |||||||||
| Old Dominion University 2023-2027 BS in Cybersecurity Thomas Nelson Community College 2023-2024 AAS in Information System Technology Kecoughtan High School 2016 High School Diploma | |||||||||