EDUCATION
Moravian College, Bethlehem, PA
Bachelor of Science in Biology awarded May 2011
Courses: Medical Terminology, Genetics, Cell Physiology, Zoology, Animal
Behavior, Vertebrate Evolution, Microbiology, Ecology, Senior Research
Seminar and field study experience in Zoological Rehabilitation.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Embryologist and Laboratory Technician
Family
Fertility Center, Bethlehem, PA 08/2012 - present
. Perform embryology, andrology, and endocrinology laboratory duties
including oocyte retrievals, IVF, embryo culture, embryo transfer,
embryo /sperm cryopreservation, semen analyses, and sperm preparation
. Proficient in embryo vitrification. Experience with several
vitrification systems including Cryotech Labs, Kitazato
. Skilled at daily maintenance and use of Immulite 1000 immunoassay
system.
. Skilled at use of LYKOS clinical laser system for assisted hatching
and blastocoel collapse
. Skilled in preparation of TESE/MESA/PESA samples for ICSI
. Conduct daily laboratory operations, analyze ART statistics and
laboratory QC data for QA/QI management, review and revise laboratory
protocols, ensure compliance with FDA/CAP/CLIA laboratory standards,
and maintain laboratory inventory including supply ordering
. Experience with instructing third-year residents in job shadow
program
. Assist in duties of IVF nurse including phlebotomy, IUI, medication
training/administration and direct patient care
Nurse Technician
Wright Veterinary Medical Center, Bethlehem, PA 02/2006- present
. Adhere to and implement written instructions from doctors concerning
patient care
. Administer medications, vaccinations, cryotherapy, low level laser,
therapeutic ultrasound, vaccines, and fluids, as well as animal
phlebotomy and placing IV catheters
. Facilitate meetings with clients upon arrival; report directly to
doctors regarding incoming patients
. Advise clients on proper use and dosage of medications; dispense
medications in hospital pharmacy
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Eta Lambda Chapter Membership Recruitment Director 02/ 2008-10/
2010
Tri-Sigma National Sorority, Moravian College, PA, Bethlehem
. Oversaw chapter operations regarding new member recruitment
. Coordinated chapter teamwork activities, promoting innovative
recruitment methods
. Planned, promoted, and hosted bi-annual formal recruitment events
. Persuaded non-members to join the organization and educated non-
members about Greek life
. Educated chapter on recruitment procedures, etiquette, and voting
process
. Collected potential new member statistics, and shared with national
advisors on a monthly basis
. Acted as public relations representative, answering questions from non-
members, chapter members, and advisors
ADDITONAL RELEVANT SKILLS
RELEVENT LABORATORY TECHNIQUE
. microscopy . slide prep & staining . bacterial culture . aseptic
technique . media preparation . cell culture . PCR . test results reporting
& recording . lab equipment maintenance . CLIA/CAP/ FDA standards.
RELEVENT COMPTER SKILLS
. MS excel . MS Word . MS PowerPoint . Kodak PP scanner . freelance
graphics.
RELEVENT PERSONAL SKILLS
. self-motivated . leadership expertise . effective listener . teamwork
skills . creative problem solver . multi-tasking. time management .