Lynsi Rahorst has over 15 years of experience in clinical laboratory science and education. She holds a Master's degree in Health Professions Education and Bachelors degrees in Medical Technology and Spanish. Currently, she works as an Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Technologist at Community Blood Center of Kansas City where she performs complex antibody testing and provides consultation. She also develops educational programs and curriculum. Rahorst has held prior clinical laboratory positions at the University of Kansas Hospital and Saint Luke's Hospital. She is involved in various professional and community organizations and volunteers her time with Harvesters and her local parish.

1. 4011 Genessee St.
Kansas City, MO 64111
Cell (816)289-8912
lynsirahorst@gmail.com
FORMAL University of Missouri-Kansas City
EDUCATION • Masters of Health Professions Education (Candidate) Will Graduate August 2015
• Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education August 2014
Northwest Missouri State University Graduated Summa Cum Laude
• B.S. in Medical Technology May 2002
• B.A in Spanish; Chemistry Minor April 2001
WORK Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Technologist 2010-present
EXPERIENCE Community Blood Center of Kansas City
• Perform highly complex antibody identification and provide consultation in transfusion medicine
• Excel at organization, problem-solving, and multi-tasking in a high-stress environment
• Develop curriculum and coordinate educational programs for students, pathology residents and
medical laboratory scientists
• Presentations: Heart of America Association of Blood Banks, Patchwork of Knowledge Conference;
guest lecturer: University of Kansas Clinical Laboratory Science Program
Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Blood Bank, University of Kansas Hospital 2008-2010
• Analyzed patient samples, correlated results to patient history and clinical condition, calibrated and
maintained laboratory instruments, participated in quality assurance and quality improvement
activities, complied with FDA, AABB, CAP, cGMP and NRC regulations and standards
• Presented Introduction to Blood Bank lecture to university students
Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Hematology, Saint Luke’s Hospital 2005-2008
• Recognized with two Excellence in Teaching Awards from Clinical Laboratory Science Program
Assistant Youth Minister, Saint Thomas More Parish 2006-2007
• Created, coordinated and executed learning sessions, service projects, and spiritual retreats for sixty-
five high school sophomores in their preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation
English/Science Teacher, Pastoral Team, Colegio Miguel Pro in Tacna, Peru 2002-2005
• Established/implemented curriculum for English Program (K-high school) and 7th
grade science
• Developed and carried out retreats/pastoral activities for students of various ages
• Organized, directed, and participated in three month-long service projects
PROFESSIONAL Heart of America Association of Blood Banks 2014-present
& COMMUNITY • Vice President 2014-2015; President Elect 2015-2016
LEADERSHIP & St. Francis Xavier Parish 2005-present
SERVICE • Serve as Eucharistic Minister, migrant worker ministry volunteer, RCIA team leader and sponsor
(adult religious education), Sister Parish Delegate, and food pantry volunteer
Harvesters 2009-present
• Regular garden and food sorting volunteer
Jesuit Volunteers International 2002-2005
• Served two years as a volunteer teacher, centered on the four core values of Building Community,
Witnessing Faith, Living Simply, and Doing Justice
• Lived within a school/neighborhood community and contributed to all school activities
EXPERIENCE Peru 2002-2005: Jesuit Volunteer
ABROAD Kenya/Tanzania 2001: Summer research project investigating healthcare in rural Kenya
• Presented summations at Kansas University Medical Center & Saint Luke’s Hospital
México 2000: Summer study abroad program
OTHER SKILLS • Fluent in written and conversational Spanish; intermediate level Portuguese
& INTERESTS • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other basic software; LIS Cerner and Sunquest
• Distance runner, avid biker, gardener
Lynsi Rahorst, MT(ASCP)

2. REFERENCES Available upon request