Christina Mortenson
Waveland
Summary
Versatile professional with a robust background in animal care at USDA, research support at NewLink Genetics, and critical communication roles in the Army National Guard IA. Excelled in animal handling, data analysis, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities and effective oral and written communication, contributing to significant project advancements and operational efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Care Technician II
Tulane University
04.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by conducting regular inspections and cleaning enclosures thoroughly.
- Enhanced facility operations by maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and daily activities.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Monitored animal behavior to detect any signs of distress, illness, or injury, taking appropriate action when necessary.
Animal Caretaker
USDA
04.2018 - 06.2023
- Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Provided daily nutrition to animals by preparing and distributing appropriate food portions according to species-specific needs.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by regularly cleaning and equipment maintenance.
- Provided excellent customer service to the principal investigator for each room.
- Conducted regular health checks on animals under care, noting any changes in appearance or behavior that could indicate potential issues.
- Improved animal health by administering medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Handled a variety of different species safely and confidently during routine care tasks such as feeding, grooming, medication administration, and enclosure maintenance.
- Executed venipuncture and capillary techniques for obtaining high-quality samples.
- Performed euthanasia with precision adhering to established protocols.
- Executed systematic necropsies for research data collection.
Research Associate 3
NewLink Genetics
01.2007 - 07.2017
- Prepared reports and presentations for disseminating research findings.
- Developed and maintained databases with comprehensive information for facilitating project workflows.
- Set up equipment, organized inventory and maintained facilities.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Radio Operator/Specialist
Army National Guard IA
12.1999 - 03.2008
- Facilitated clear and effective communication between field operators and command centers during critical missions.
- Aided in planning successful missions through participation in pre-mission briefings, sharing insights on current communication capabilities and limitations.
- Installed, tested and operated radio equipment, adjusting settings to achieve clearest transmission.
- Monitored emergency frequencies to detect distress calls and dispatch emergency response personnel or equipment.
- Maintained accurate documentation of messages transmitted and received.
- Ensured proper handling of classified information, safeguarding sensitive data during radio transmissions.
- Conducted regular equipment checks and maintenance, optimizing system performance and minimizing downtime.
- Provided vital situational updates to commanders by relaying real-time information from field operatives during operations.
- Put together and configured antennas, power sources and other equipment to establish communications.
- Completed inspections, followed maintenance schedules and completed repairs.
Education
Associate Of Arts in Applied Science - Veterinary Technician
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA2006
Skills
- Animal handling
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Data collection and entry
- Blood collection
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Inventory control
- Multitasking and organization
- Detail-oriented
Certification
AALAS Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) Certification
Timeline
Animal Care Technician II
Tulane University
04.2025 - Current
Animal Caretaker
USDA
04.2018 - 06.2023
Research Associate 3
NewLink Genetics
01.2007 - 07.2017
Radio Operator/Specialist
Army National Guard IA
12.1999 - 03.2008
Associate Of Arts in Applied Science - Veterinary Technician
Des Moines Area Community College
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