Stephanie Radtke
About Stephanie Radtke
Stephanie Radtke is a Processing Technician at Octapharma Plasma, Inc. in Newport News, Virginia, where she has worked since 2018, focusing on the collection and processing of human plasma and blood samples.
Work at Octapharma Plasma
Stephanie Radtke has been employed at Octapharma Plasma, Inc. as a Processing Technician since 2018. In her role, she is responsible for the sterile collection, processing, storage, and shipment of human plasma and blood samples. She utilizes equipment such as electric heat sealers, centrifuges, and industrial freezers in her daily tasks. Radtke maintains lab cleanliness and adheres to safety protocols by wearing Personal Protective Equipment. She ensures compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance plans, and she troubleshoots laboratory issues as needed to maintain operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie Radtke has a strong educational background in the sciences. She studied at Old Dominion University, where she achieved a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she attended Tidewater Community College, earning an Associate of Science in Physical Sciences from 2014 to 2017. Radtke also studied at George Mason University for one year, obtaining another Bachelor of Science degree. Her education has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her current role in plasma processing.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current position, Stephanie Radtke worked in various roles that provided her with diverse experience. From 2014 to 2017, she was employed at Tidewater Motorcycles Inc as a Sales Representative, Parts Representative, and Service Writer. Following that, she worked at Patriot Harley-Davidson as a General Merchandise Associate for nine months in 2017 to 2018. Additionally, Radtke gained early experience as a Biofuels Research Program Intern at Old Dominion University in 2013 and participated in the National Student Leadership Conference as a student in 2014.