Caleb Ruthardt
Pittsburgh
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Applications Specialist at Synaptive Medical with expertise in surgical medical devices and a proven ability to foster strong relationships with medical teams. I excel in balancing multiple responsibilities while enhancing operational efficiency and safety in laboratory settings. Passionate about advancing medical technology and education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Applications Specialist
Synaptive Medical
09.2022 - 04.2026
- Operated 3D exoscope and enhanced neuronavigation with tractography to facilitate precise surgical procedures.
- Cultivated collaborative relationships with surgeons and OR staff to enhance communication and support during surgeries.
- Provided training and support for clinical staff on software applications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement system updates and enhancements.
- Assisted in troubleshooting software issues to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Lab Assistant
Washington & Jefferson College
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Conducted and taught laboratory experiments, ensuring adherence to safety protocols while handling chemicals.
- Balanced school workload and job responsibilities through effective time management, resulting in timely completion of tasks.
Education
B.S. - Biomedical Engineering
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO05-2022
M.S. - Engineering Management
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO05-2022
B.S. - Chemistry and Spanish
Washington & Jefferson College
Washington, PA05-2018
Skills
- Surgical medical devices
- 3D imaging
- Neuronavigation support
- Software training
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Technical troubleshooting
- Clinical training
- Chemistry laboratory equipment
- Biology laboratory equipment
- 3D printers
- Matlab
- Python
- Microsoft office
- CAD
Engineering Experience
- Biomedical Engineering Capstone, WUSTL, Fall 2020, Designed a home capnography device for easy blood CO2 measurements on a team of three., Created Matlab Script, Solidworks 3D Models, and electrical blueprints for the capnography device., Drafted a detailed user/design manual of the device.
- Engineering Management Capstone, WUSTL, Spring 2022, Researched holography under the advisory of Natacha Alpert of MIRAS3D., Compiled an in depth study on current and future holography technology in retail within a team.
- Spartan Makerspace, WUSTL, Fall 2021 - Spring 2022, Operated and managed a makerspace (3D printing, laser cutting, wood cutting, and more)., Trained in the safety of operating dangerous and routine equipment.
Leadership Experience
- Founding member of the Washington Fellows, W&J's honors program and first social chair of the executive board.
- Served as a health coach through Jefferson Regional Medical Center partnered with W&J.
- Shadowing experience in Alcazar de San Juan, Spain through The Atlantis Project.
Timeline
Clinical Applications Specialist
Synaptive Medical
09.2022 - 04.2026
Lab Assistant
Washington & Jefferson College
09.2015 - 05.2018
B.S. - Biomedical Engineering
Washington University in St. Louis
M.S. - Engineering Management
Washington University in St. Louis
B.S. - Chemistry and Spanish
Washington & Jefferson College