Cherokee Scruggs
Lexington,KY
Summary
Hardworking and dedicated employee who is a strong team player, and wants to do the best job possible. Can handle multiple tasks and prioritize tasks appropriately and efficiently. Ready to help anyone in the lab complete their task to make the lab run as efficiently as possible.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
University Of Kentucky Research
10.2022 - Current
- Worked in Spinal Cord and Brain Injury Research department.
- Ran behavior excitements on animal models such as mice and rats.
- Completed data analysis from behavioral experiments, drug studies, and MRI results.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep are clean and orderly.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Sectioned brain tissues, mounted tissue samples on slides, and completed histology.
- Ran anesthesia on animal models and gave oral medication and IV medication to rats.
Veterinary Technician
Kentucky Equine Hospital
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Prepped surgical site for surgeon and help draped and prepped patient for surgery.
- Completed bandage changes and helped keep surgical sites clean post surgery.
- Placed catheters into patients.
- Collected blood and ran CBC, Fibrinogen, Chemistry, and SAA tests.
- Admitted and discharged patients in and out of hospital.
- Kept medical records and logs of patients during their time in the hospital.
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, and IV medication.
Intern
Kentucky Equine Management Internship
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Helped mares foal during foaling season.
- Took care of brood mares during and after pregnancy.
- Completed various medical tasks such as IV, IM, SQ injections, running fluids, and changing bandages.
- Held horses for veterinarians and farriers.
- Helped establish high levels of biosecurity in the foaling barn to prevent the spread of a neonatal virus.
Tutor
California State University, Fresno
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Created study session for students that helped students interact and work with each other to better their studying skills
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
Assistant Resident Director
California State University, Fresno
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order and safety in residence hall.
- Planned and organized social and educational activities to promote community building and personal development among students.
- Mediated conflict to provide safe and secure environment through policy enforcement.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion to create welcoming and inclusive living environment for all students.
- Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA12.2020
Skills
- Running behavioral experiments
- Analyzing Data
- Familiar with computer programs such as AnyMaze, Ethovision, Graphpad
- Medical tasks such as oral gavaging, tail vein injections, perfusions and dissections
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
University Of Kentucky Research
10.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Kentucky Equine Hospital
09.2021 - 10.2022
Intern
Kentucky Equine Management Internship
01.2021 - 06.2021
Tutor
California State University, Fresno
08.2019 - 12.2019
Assistant Resident Director
California State University, Fresno
01.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State University - Fresno
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