Sales Representative Medical Device
Resume:
Kathryn R. Rutland
Jacksonville, FL 32246
**********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a research position within the biotechnology/pharmaceutical field
• Able to analyze and solve problems expeditiously
• Strong organizational skills and excellent interpersonal communication
• Experience with various laboratory techniques and equipment
• Highly trained and experienced with cGMPs, GLPs and 21 CFR 210/211 & 820
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minor in Chemistry, April, 2007
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Relevant Courses:
Chemistry I, II w/ Labs Immunology w/ Lab
Prokaryotic Biology Lab Biology I and II w/ Labs
EXPERIENCE
Kelly Outsourcing & Consulting Group
Vistakon, A Division of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, March 2008 - Present
Scientist I
• As a member of the combination products research and development group, responsible for the
execution of both clinical and non-clinical protocols and experiments in support of new product
development
• Assists in writing protocols for combination product concepts for clinical and non-clinical trials
and experiments
• Interfaces with new product project teams to implement solutions for processing issues
• Collects and analyzes data for drug component/medical device performance and assists in the
preparation of data results used in FDA submissions
• Designs, develops, and conducts experiments to test and create new products
• Leads team members in executing projects/protocols that promote new product development
• Assists other scientists and engineers in experiment design and execution for product
development
• As a subject matter expert for several key processes and types of equipment, developed and
revised preventative maintenance procedures, standard operating procedures, set up and maintained a
calibration program, and trained employees
• Creates processing procedures, flow charts, and GMP documentation to support combination
product research, cGMP and safety requirements
• Coordinates and keeps track of combination product raw materials, commodity supplies, and
finished goods
• Uses effective communication skills in working within a team environment and with other
affiliated departments
• Implements analytical technologies for manufacture and testing of combination products
• Monitors and maintains environmental quality within certified clean rooms
• Performs routine daily/monthly maintenance of equipment, including equipment records, and
calibration
• Serves as calibration coordinator responsible for keeping track of and scheduling monthly
calibrations of laboratory equipment, including filling out necessary calibration paperwork
• Executes and documents all safety and environmental requirements as per company
SGOPs/EGOPs
• Efficient in helping company maintain product quality and adhering to FDA Code of Regulations
• Identifies, investigates, and corrects product quality problems
Walgreens, September 2007 – March 2008
Pharmacy Technician
• Assisted licensed pharmacist in managing pharmacy and completing administrative duties such
as answering phones and operating cash registers
• Received, entered, and filled patient prescriptions
• Kept track of medicine inventory within the pharmacy and placed orders as needed
• Maintained patient records/profiles and handled insurance claims
• Used effective communication skills to interact with patients in the store and on the phone as
well as third-parties when handling insurance matters
• Properly labeled medicine containers to make sure patients received appropriate medication
Florida State University Computer Store, August 2006 – August 2007
Sales Representative
• Promoted new products and special offers
• Sold computer products and services to personal and business owners
• Developed new client relationships
• Managed inventory and prepared new client reports
• Assisted in creating web applications for online customer viewing and purchasing of store
products
• Mastered computer software programs used to take and place customer in-store and online orders
Firehouse Subs, February 2005 – August 2006
Store Shift Leader
• Supervised and managed employees for day and night shifts
• Managed money and daily sales transactions, including end of day closings
• Organized and helped to reorder stock and store supplies
• Handled customer complaints and suggestions
• Designated daily cleaning schedules and job positions
• Enforced and exercised customer friendly environment
• Helped to develop new training strategies
• Monitored food safety and environmental conditions
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Extensive training with microscopy and various microscopes
• Knowledgeable and experience working with polymers and active pharmaceutical ingredients
• Experience working in and familiarity with the specifications of class 100,000 clean rooms
Honors: Florida Merit Scholarship Recipient, 2002-2007
Certified Pharmaceutical Industry Professional Certificate, June 2009
References: Upon Request
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