Elizabeth Borchard is seeking a position in a laboratory to expand her knowledge of scientific procedures and diagnostic testing. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Northern Illinois University with a 3.1 GPA and a minor in Chemistry. Her relevant skills include microscope use, aseptic technique, gram staining, phlebotomy, and specimen preparation. She has over 5 years of experience as a veterinary assistant performing laboratory tests, maintaining equipment, and cleaning facilities.

1. Elizabeth Borchard
9811 NE 130th
Place Apt. 4-104 Kirkland WA, 98034
(224) 558-8506 egborchard@gmail.com
Objective:
To gain a position in a laboratory to diversify and expand my knowledge of scientific procedure and study in diagnostic testing.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, May 2010
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb IL
GPA: 3.1/4.0
Minor: Chemistry
Technical Skills:
Manual Blood Differentials Bio-hazardous Waste Management
Microscope Use Autoclave Steam Sterilization
Aseptic Surgical Technique Bacterial Isolation Technique
Gram Staining Quick Dip Staining
Pharmacy Inventory Radiology Exposure and Quality Control
Tracking Controlled Substances Phlebotomy
Medical Record Keeping Specimen Preparation for Diagnostic Analysis
Familiarity with Zoonotic Diseases
Experience:
Veterinary Assistant, Juanita Hills Animal Hospital, Kirkland, WA October 2014-present
• Lead technician/assistant in charge of other technical staff of clinic, lead decision making and training.
• Partner with Office Manager to track inventories and place orders of more than fifty pharmaceuticals and
numerous types of laboratory supplies.
• Document all client communications and patient treatments for accurate medical records
• Provide scheduled cleaning and maintenance of instruments, equipment and machinery to ensure proper working
condition and accuracy of results.
Veterinary Assistant, Deer Grove Animal Hospital, Palatine, IL October 2012- September 2014
• Routine environmental sanitation of clinic and adherence to regulated AHAA standard operating procedures.
• Strict observance of surgical laser and related technical guidelines.
• Maintenance on VetTest, VetLyte and LaserCyte machinery daily to ensure quality of testing.
• Procure, handle and label specimens and samples for diagnostic testing.
Veterinary Assistant, Banfield Pet Hospital, Mount Prospect, IL June 2008 – September 2012
• Perform laboratory tests such as urinalyses, blood counts and manual differentials to assist in the diagnosis and
treatment of illnesses.
• Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Participant in continued education sessions in up-to-date laboratory techniques, products and medical findings by
vendors, veterinarians, and company field trainer.
• Clean surgical suites, kennels and examination rooms daily as well as treatment areas routinely to effectively
control the spread of disease and contaminants.
• Volunteered for cross training in a variety of clerical and reception duties, such as bookkeeping, scheduling and
client services.
• Developed ability to multitask with efficiency while guaranteeing accuracy and organization in a busy work
environment with minimal supervision.
Student Laboratory Assistant, Genetics Laboratory, NIU, DeKalb IL August 2008 – May 2009
• Performed genetic mapping, Western Blots, and bred fruit flies to demonstrate Mendelian patterns of genetic
inheritance.
• Collected data for personal experiments while tracking group results.
• Interpreted personal data and wrote scientific papers in article format.
• Maintained clean and organized workspace and equipment without close supervision.