LISA N.

CHANEY
2908 Bamberg Place
Virginia Beach, Va. 23453
832-683-8001
Lnc2482@email.vccs.edu
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as a Laboratory Technician in a comparative medicine laboratory.

SUMMARY

OF

QUALIFICATIONS

Multi species husbandry and handling to include, rodent, avian, canine and primate.
Detailed knowledge of rodent breeding schemes both monogamous and haram.
In depth training on aseptic technique and autoclave procedures.
Well versed in nutritional needs and approved laboratory enrichment for multiple
species.
Ability to communicate efficiently with primary investigators and their colleagues
about colony concerns.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Animal Medical of Chesapeake, Chesapeake, Va............................May 2013 October 2016
Veterinary Assistant
Assist consulting doctor in small animal exams and vaccinations. Client education on
prescribed medications. Taking detailed notes on patient history. Providing non doctor
procedures such as wound clip and clean, suture removal, and ear cytology.
Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Ga...............................................April 2011 May 2013
Animal Handler 1
Assist with multi species husbandry and breeding. Ensuring testing protocols were followed
by individual laboratories. Animal rack and cage maintenance. Maintain the reverse
osmosis water tank for the building. Work closely with primary investigators to ensure
health and population growth within specified colonies. Maintain a bio safety level 2 colony
of rodents.
Fort Gordon Veterinary Treatment Facility, Augusta, Ga.............December 2010 April 2011
Pet Assistant
Client education on over the counter and prescribed medications. Fecal float and smear
readings. Ear cytology analysis. Review and answer questions from customers regarding
their pets medical treatment. Assist with military working dogs in preparation for overseas
tours of duty.
SoBran/ National Institute of Health, Rockville, Md......................July 2006 November 2010
Laboratory Assistant level 3
Maintain a colony of 36 African three clawed frogs. Non-Human primate enrichment twice.
Minor surgical procedures. Blood and tissue collection. Prepare and assist with euthanasia
procedures according to lab protocol.

Lisa N. Chaney 832-683-8001 Lnc2482@email.vccs.edu

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EDUCATION
Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach, Va................................August 2013 Present
In progress Associates of Science - Biology

ORGANIZATIONS, AWARDS,

AND

OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS

ALAT certification November 2009

LAT certification May 2010
IACUC alternate member January 2010 April 2011