Lauren Applegate Email & Phone Number

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Lancaster, Pennsylvania Area

• Analyzed pharmaceutical products and medical devices for the presence of bacterial endotoxin by utilizing the following methods: LAL Gel Clot, LAL Kinetic Chromogenic, and LAL Kinetic Turbidimetric
• Conducted endotoxin validation testing to ensure product was suitable with method
• Ensured all samples and supplies were decontaminated prior to admittance into sterility isolators
• Performed sterile product testing through membrane filtration and direct transfer technique
• Worked efficiently to achieve client expected turn around time while complying with FDA regulations and meeting USP/EP/JP quality standards
• Aseptically performed testing in accordance with method suitability and client parameters

Mechanicsburg, PA

• Assisted veterinarians with treatment of animals and administration of immunizations and medications
• Performed and analyzed in-house lab tests as well as properly prepared samples for outside lab testing
• Filled prescriptions for patients and reviewed appropriate use of medications with owners
• Maintained hospital supplies and ensured all surgical equipment was sterilized
• Performed the following treatments and diagnostic tests on patients: cold laser therapy, radiology, pre and postoperative care, administration of Sub-Q fluids, blood work, ear cytology, and urinalysis
• Utilized AVImark as the database to document patient information and review history

Mechanicsburg, PA

• Provided courteous guest service by responding promptly and efficiently to requests
• Maximized room revenue and occupancy levels through suggestive selling
• Processed all incoming and outgoing reservation/cancellation requests in a timely manner
• Assisted guests upon arrival by managing check-in/ check-out procedure swiftly and accurately
• Managed departmental accounting of monies, receipts, guest accounts, and other forms of credit

Hershey, PA

• Demonstrated professionalism and compassion towards patients while shadowing physicians as they provided for patients with oncologic needs
• Identified a need for improved post-treatment care in the clinic which led to research related to the development of post-treatment guidelines for nearly all forms of cancer
• Conducted research using the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) as main source of reference; project outcome benefited many patients by providing them with the information needed in order to have improved.
• Presented research data to radiation oncology department, thus providing a deeper insight regarding the implementation of improved patient monitoring

Henning Building (Dr. Margherita Cantorna) University Park, PA 16802

• Performed lab maintenance procedures with the application of aseptic technique and ensured availability of adequate sterile supplies
• Assisted graduate students in exploring the role of vitamin D in immune mediated disorders such as multiple sclerosis and irritable bowel disease
• Application of PCR for DNA assays in mice
• Monitored mice in a controlled environment while providing animal husbandry in adherence to AAALAC guidelines

University Park, PA 16802

• Attended weekly meetings and volunteered at numerous animal-oriented functions
• Participated in fundraising activities in an effort to generate additional revenue for the club and various organizations such as Centre County PAWS