Nicole Beitenman
Education
Stow, OH 44224
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University of Akron - Akron, OH
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, May 2016 GPA 3.2 Bachelor of Arts in Business and Organizational Communication, August 2012 GPA 3.8 Relevant Coursework
Experimental Techniques in Biomaterials & Tissues, Tissue Engineering, Advanced Drug & Gene Delivery Systems, Biophysical Measurements, Organic Chemistry, Biomedical Senior Design I & II, Advanced Biomaterials, Biomedical Computing, Transport of Momentum, Heat, & Fluid, Mechanics of Biological Tissues, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Basic Electrical Engineering, Thermodynamics, Applied Statistics, Differential Equations Technical Projects, Labs, & Research
Construction of a Simulation Mannequin
Constructed a simulation mannequin for a local MD to synchronize with a product he has invented to better teach simulation training. Developed an electronic, micro-controller based simulation platform utilizing C programming language, servomotors, solenoids, and additional electro-mechanical components. Designed as an open-ended platform, where simulation items can be subsequently added or removed to suit the needs of the educator. Researched product under FDA regulations and ISO standards.
Experimental Laboratory Techniques
Executed and statistically analyzed experiments in a laboratory environment. Experiments include drug delivery from microspheres, use of HPLC, cell cultures, biocompatibility testing, tissue engineering from skin types, and extraction & purification of natural biomaterials. Maintained accurate accounts and records of experiments and ran statistical results. Research Paper on Testing Mechanical Properties
Comparison of mechanical properties of different types of metals to use in cosmetic braces. Technical Skills
MATLAB, Arduino, Python, SolidWorks, Microsoft Word/Excel/Powerpoint, EPIC Involvement/Service
Society of Women Engineers (Student Chapter) January 2013-Present, Women in Engineering (Student Chapter) January 2013-Present, Volunteer Judge at BEST Medicine Engineering Fair, Tau Beta Pi- Engineering Honor Society Member Work Experience
Akron Children’s Hospital - Certified Pharmacy Technician- Akron, OH June 2014-Present
• Demonstrate Good Laboratory Practice
(GLP) in compounding and diluting IV
medication, including chemotherapy
medication and preparation
• Adheres to USP 797 standards
• Use of EPIC to assist medical staff with
medication problems
Orchard Specialty Pharmaceuticals - Certified Pharmacy Technician- N. Canton, OH July 2013-June 2014
• Located sources of assistance for
patients to help cover out of pocket
medication costs
• Processed prescriptions and
appropriately billed insurance
companies
• Worked as patient advocate between
doctor’s offices and insurance
companies
Kaiser Permanente - Certified Pharmacy Technician - Parma, OH May 2010 – October 2012
• Entered data for prescription processing
• Managed prescription filling and
inventory control
• Provided exceptional patient care and
customer service
References Available Upon Request