Master s Of Forensic Toxicology Candidate eager to contribute strong laboratory expertise and management acumen toward supporting a dynamic organization in achieving goals and objectives.

 

         Possess significant investigative, diagnostic, problem solving, clinical and analytical talents.

         Proficiency in preparing comprehensive reports and consistently display a collaborative work ethic, initiative, and self-management.

         Strong planning, prioritization, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

         Proven ability to quickly master new roles, responsibilities, technologies, and environments.

         Productive and dependable; extensive experience in working autonomously without supervision.

         Well-versed in laboratory techniques and protocols; proactively adhere to and enforce quality assurance and ethical standards compliance.

 

 

Master s of Forensic Toxicology (in progress), University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, to be completed 2011

Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Wittenberg University, Springfield, Ohio, 2009

CPR Certification

 

 

Battelle Biomedical Research Center (BBRC), West Jefferson, Ohio,  2009 to Present

Veterinary Assistant

         Proficiently maintain a clean and organized veterinary unit providing pre-, intra- and post-operative services by scheduling appointments for veterinarian, observing and caring for health of laboratory animals, and steering maintenance and certification of facility and equipment.

         Supervise technicians during training exercises for implementation of new lab procedures.

         Seamlessly partner with primary investigators, study directors and managers to ensure and expedite successful completion of projects.

         Spearheaded installation and set-up of veterinary surgical suite.

         Demonstrate exceptional organizational and analytical skills in providing animal care for Select Agent BSL3 (Biosafety level 3) facility.

         Steer compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) for BSL3 and BSL2 laboratories.

         Procure specialized laboratory supplies and veterinary equipment as needed.

 

Technician

         Meticulously completed documentation according to GLP standards and complied with universal precautions, SOPs, safe handling guidelines, and other infection control standards.

         Monitored and ensured lab personnel adhered to proper animal health care procedures according to IACUC (Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee).

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

Northside Veterinary Clinic, Springfield, Ohio, 2008 to 2009

Veterinary Assistant

         Exhibited excellent clinical strengths in providing pre-, intra- and post-operative care to animals, prepping animals for surgery, obtaining blood work prior to operation, preparing surgery packs, and anticipating doctor s needs during surgical procedure.

         Refilled medications, administered TNTs, removed stitches, treated patients as directed by doctor, and delivered outstanding customer service to clients/animal owners.

 

The Ohio State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Columbus, Ohio, 2007

Town & Country Veterinary Clinic, Mount Vernon, Ohio, 2003 to 2005

Veterinary Assistant

         Efficiently performed animal health care procedures encompassing sterile and non-sterile dressing changes, taking vital signs, drawing blood, and preparing animals for medical procedures.

         Maintained clean and organized veterinary unit providing pre-, intra- and post-operative services.

         Leveraged sharp critical thinking abilities in participating in pre-diagnosis breakout sessions to analyze and identify patient problems.

         Assumed scrub role in multiple surgical procedures, conducted lab tests including CBC, Chem. Screen, Heartworm and fecal sampling, and assisted in administering x-rays.

         Delivered superlative customer service to animal owners and provided top-notch care to animals.

         At Town & Country, served as primary assistant for farm calls, adeptly administering  medications and vaccines and supporting veterinarian in various procedures.

 

Additional Experience includes nine years breeding and raising goats and rabbits at CharisLand Farm, Mt. Vernon, Ohio; administered medications via subcutaneous and intramuscular methods, assisted goats experiencing trauma in labor, and experimented with trait modification through reproduction/breeding.

 

 

Member, American Association of Laboratory Animal Science

 

 

4-H Youth Development, 1997 to 2007

         Ohio Personal Achievement Award Winner

         Outstanding of the Day at State-level competition

         Clock Trophy Winner at State-level competition

         County and District Winner for  Health and Safety Speech

         4-H State Ambassador and Ohio delegate to Citizenship Washington Focus

         County and District winner for Public Speaking