Jerone Estes
Nicholasville
Summary
Ranked as #1 out of 25 of same rank on recent evaluation as an aircraft mechanic with 11 years of experience. Expertly inspects, services and repairs variety of aircraft types and models. Safely assesses and addresses mechanical issues with detailed investigations of problem sources. Collaborative and meticulous professional. Always willing to go above and beyond requirements to support work. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
University of Kentucky Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
- Performed acute and chronic leukemia and lymphoma analysis on bone marrow aspirates, blood, tissues and body fluids. Testing also included lymphocyte subset anlysis, immunodeficiency panel testing and stem cell analysis.
- Calibrating instrumentation and lab equipment, setting up samples, fine-tuning gating techniques and preparing and maintaining reagents.
- Independently perform clinical laboratory tasks (testing and documentation). Responsible for following lab procedures on specimen processing and handling, testing, analyzing, reporting and maintaining complete and accurate records of all testing performed on-site.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
US Navy
05.2015 - Current
- Performed daily F/A-18 Hornet postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
- Conducted airframe, airfoils, and flight controls maintenance and logged actions in aircraft log.
- Operated jet engines during run-ups to inspect and troubleshoot reported anomalies.
- Installed, rigged and removed flight control surfaces and fabricated and assembled metal components to make repair to aircraft's skin.
- Disassembled and inspected hydraulic systems and replaced worn components.
Medical Laboratory Technician
University of Kentucky Healthcare
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained strict septic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
Research Assistant
Spinal Cord & Brain Injury Research Center-University of Kentucky
06.2021 - 12.2022
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Performed statistical; qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Created and implemented new research methods to explore mechanisms of biological processes.
- Identified relevant questions and determined best methods of collection.
- Set up and operated various scientific apparatus.
Peer Instructor
University of Kentucky
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Evaluated interns with fair yet specific performance modules, offering support when needed and providing constructive feedback on case-by-case basis.
- Navigated individual needs and supported intern development with flexibility in planning.
- Collaborated with employees to inform of training details and prepare talent for successful careers with organization.
SAF Caseworker Volunteer
American Red Cross
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Coordinated disaster response efforts, ensuring timely support for affected individuals and families.
- Streamlined documentation procedures, improving accuracy and reducing processing time for cases.
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Recorded case notes and performed follow-up documentation for admitted and transferred patients; led both group and individual counseling sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience, Minor in Biology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12-2022
Skills
- Bilingual
- Laboratory Operations
- Critical Thinking
- Attentive to detail
- Strong work ethic and integrity
- Communication skills
- Analytical thinking
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
- Aviation Structural Mechanic, Department of Labor - September 2017
Publications
- The Effect of Doxapram on Proprioceptive Neurons: Invertebrate Model, Ison, B.J., Abul-Khoudoud, M.O., Ahmed, S., Alhamdani, A.W., Ashley, C., Bidros, P.C., Bledsoe, C.O., Bolton, K.E., Capili, J.G., Henning, J.N., Moon, Phe, Stonecipher, S.B., Tanner, H.N., Turner, L.T., Taylor, I.N., Wagers, M.L., West, A.K., Cooper, R.L., NeuroSci, 2022, 3, 566-588, https://doi.org/10.3390/neurosci3040041
- An invertebrate model in examining the effect of acute ferric iron exposure on proprioceptive neurons, Wagers ML, Starks A, Abul-Khoudoud MO, Ahmed SM, Alhamdani AW, Ashley C, Bidros PC, Bledsoe CO, Bolton KE, Capili JG, Henning JN, Ison BJ, Moon M, Phe P, Stonecipher SB, Taylor IN, Turner LT, West AK, Cooper RL, Comp Biochem Physiol C Toxicol Pharmacol, 2023, January, 10.1016/j.cbpc.2023.109558, 36717044
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
University of Kentucky Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
Medical Laboratory Technician
University of Kentucky Healthcare
12.2022 - 07.2023
Peer Instructor
University of Kentucky
08.2021 - 12.2021
Research Assistant
Spinal Cord & Brain Injury Research Center-University of Kentucky
06.2021 - 12.2022
SAF Caseworker Volunteer
American Red Cross
12.2020 - 04.2021
Aviation Structural Mechanic
US Navy
05.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience, Minor in Biology
University of Kentucky