Grace Saxman
Muncie,IN
Summary
Ambitious student finishing biology degree eager to contribute developed knowledge in professional role. Skilled in lab and medical settings. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. Willing to learn and passionate about learning.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Vet Assistant
Country Critters Veterinary Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Take patient histories, communicate efficiently to Doctor to develop a plan for client and patient, draw up vaccines, draw blood, perform and analyze results of fecal, blood, and urine tests, prepare and analyze slides for cytology, prepare and distribute proper dosages of written scripts, communicate effectively with client
- Efficiently and properly record data and appointment records in Impromed, call and respond to clients to schedule appointments, communicate with clients in person or over phone results of tests, educate and inform clients about surgeries, estimates
- Assist in surgery using proper sterilization techniques, monitor vitals during surgery, draw up and inject proper ratios of pre-anesthetic meds, monitor patient after surgery
Lab Research Assistant in Dr. Kalinski's Lab
Ball State
Muncie, IN
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Performed and organized experiments relating to the study of neurons, especially focusing on the sciatic nerve and immunological precepts found in surrounding tissues
- Collected and cultured macrophage samples, added antibodies for culture, prepared and stained slides, quantified and presented data over findings at the end of each week
- Prepared chemicals to prep and stain slides and antibodies, used lab equipment such as centrofuge, microscope, pipette, cell incubator, dissection tools, slide prep wells, etc.
Education
Biology degree - Focus in Zoology
Ball State University
Muncie, IN12-2024
Skills
- Familiar with slide prep
- Familiar with multiple specimen biopsies and cytology
- Surgical Assistance
- Medical record-keeping
- Strong communication skills
- Organized and efficient learner
Websites
Accomplishments
- Co-writer of published research article, "Sarm1 Suppresses Neuron Intrinsic Growth Programs, yet Promotes the Schwann Cell Repair Response and Peripheral Nerve Regeneration"
References
- Ashley Kalinski, Kalinski Lab Supervisor, Ball State University, acurren@gmail.com
- Allison Eddleman, Workplace Manager, Country Critters Veterinary Hospital, aeddleman@gmail.com
- Desmond Grimm, Veterinarian, Country Critters Veterinary Hospital, dgrimm@gmail.com
Timeline
Lab Research Assistant in Dr. Kalinski's Lab
Ball State
06.2023 - 07.2024
Vet Assistant
Country Critters Veterinary Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Biology degree - Focus in Zoology
Ball State University
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