Lisa A. Eagler, LVT, BS.

Licensed Veterinary Technician expertly executing several surgical procedures as directed by research protocols and experimental directives

• Manage laboratory inventory and tracking.
• Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
• Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
• Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
• Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
• Performed ongoing research and contributed to articles for peer-reviewed journals
• Trained graduate students and PhD's in operations and procedures.
• Maintain experimental records and data collection.
• Assist with animal imaging with ultrasound.
• Maintain SDS, OSHA and FDA compliance.
• Extensive computer use including Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excell and various equipment computerized programs.
• Create and maintain laboratory protocols.

Research Technician responsible for various laboratory and experimental procedures.

• Cancer cell culture techniques using aseptic techniques and immunofluorescent staining of cells for microscopy.
• Inventory management and ordering.
• Laboratory maintenance including keeping work areas extremely clean and sanitized properly to avoid errors in research.
• Followed research protocols when gathering data and performing lab experiments.
• Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
• Input and edit computer entries from generated research using Microsoft Office and various research equipment software.
• Reduced project discrepancies by optimizing quality control standards.
• Verified regulatory compliance and protocol adherence through comprehensive inspections.
• Eliminated procedure gaps by effectively guiding and teaching 10 technicians on operations of machinery, inspection protocols and processes

Veterinary Technician working in research laboratory settings involving cancer research.

• Animal anesthesia, surgical implantation of tumors, injections, sample collection.
• Animal handling and restraint instruction to graduate students and PhD's.
• Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
• Assistance with IACUC protocol research and writing regarding suggested animal husbandry, nutrition, enrichment and experimental protocol
• Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
• Cancer cell culture of BSL 1 and BSL 2 cell lines, human and mouse.
• Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
• Laboratory equipment and supply ordering and maintenance
• Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
• Experimental protocol and safety monitoring
• Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
• SDS, OSHA and FDA compliance
• Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
• Instruction and training of graduate students and PhD's with English as their second language
• Computer use including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and University purchase ordering program.
• Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
• Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.

NYS Licensed Veterinary Technician hired to instruct various classes and teaching laboratories in an accredited Veterinary Technology Program

• Anatomy and Physiology 1 & 2
• Clinical Laboratory Techniques
• Scientific Discovery
• Introduction to Veterinary Technology
• Curricula and lecture presentations geared towards diverse learner styles for both lab and lecture