Amanda Solis
Seattle,WA
Summary
Certified Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist looking for expertise in blood collection and patient care. Experienced laboratory technician II with a strong background in laboratory procedures and quality control. Committed to delivering high-quality patient interactions and accurate sample processing. Seeking to contribute skills in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Science Teacher
Renton School District
Renton, WA
08.2018 - Current
- Integrated Project Based Learning into multiple units, enhancing student engagement and interest.
- Facilitated student team through Student Spaceflight Experiments Program, resulting in accepted proposal and experimentation on the International Space Station.
- Led after-school Homework Center to assist students with new material and missing assignments.
- Implemented restorative practices to address challenging behavior, minimizing distractions and maximizing learning time.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Math and SAT Instructor
Sylvan Learning of Kent
Kent, WA
07.2018 - 08.2021
- Maintained accurate and complete records for communication with parents or guardians.
- Motivated struggling students to set and achieve academic goals.
Assisted students in reviewing previous lessons to connect - with new material.
- Delivered private instruction to individuals or small groups, boosting academic performance.
- Evaluated and documented student progress communicating the student needs to Administration.
Pathophysiology and Pre AP/GT Biology Teacher
Clear Creek Independent School District
League, Texas
08.2009 - 08.2018
- Designed interactive activities for complex molecular biology concepts and pathophysiology case studies.
- Collaborated with district personnel to establish supervised BSL-1 lab, enhancing student lab skills.
- Educated colleagues on lab procedures, safety guidelines, and strategies for improving student engagement.
- Developed personalized instruction practices with colleagues to promote student-led learning initiatives.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
Research Biologist
Microgen, LLC
La Marque, Texas
04.2008 - 05.2009
- Demonstrated leadership by enhancing work processes and training team members.
- Executed complex scientific instructions to prepare reagents and conduct tests.
- Adhered to State and Federal laboratory regulations and protocols.
- Maintained computerized management systems for data recording and report generation.
- Handled specimens and conducted tests according to established protocols, keeping efficient records on all experiments.
Research Technician II
Baylor College of Medicine Medical Center
Houston, TX
06.2006 - 11.2007
- Collected data and conducted laboratory experiments in accordance with established standards.
- Reviewed experimental data to identify and rectify potential laboratory errors.
- Managed departmental inventory and coordinated supply ordering to ensure availability.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab areas, tools, and equipment to maintain compliance with protocols.
- Supported senior management with creation and enhancement of continuous improvement of research procedures.
Education
Washington State Certified Teacher - Biological Sciences Endorsement
OSPI
Secondary Educator Certification - Life Sciences
Inspire Texas Alternative Teacher Certification
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Angelo State University
Certificate - Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA 07.2025 - 09.2025
Skills
- MS Office and Google Suite proficiency
- Data entry
- Biological sciences and chemistry
- Collaboration
- Specimen preparation
- Integrity
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- HIPAA compliance
- Customer service
- Patient care
- Communication skills
- Education
- Vital Signs
- Documentation
- Patient flow management
Affiliations
- Grant Writing - Awarded over $8,000 in grants for Aquaponics/Environmental Conservation project
- Trailblazer - Modeled instructional technology in classrooms for teachers providing personalized learning
- Strategic Action Planning Team - Provided guidance for implementing school goals
- Safe School Ambassador Facilitator - Mentored diverse student groups to provide communication and intervention skills needed to prevent emotional and physical bullying
Certification
Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy Certified, Green River College, Sep 2025
Washington State License (pending) Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy, MAPC.PC.70045785
Basic Life Support Certified, American Heart Association, 265414577446, Aug 2025
Washington State Certified Teacher with Biological Sciences Endorsement, OSPI, May 2019
Work Availability
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Accomplishments
Green River College Recipient of the Dean's List, Summer 2025
Awarded over $8,000 in grants for Aquaponics/Environmental Conservation project, Fall 2014
Facilitated a group of students to ultimately have their experiment conducted on the International Space Station, Fall 2021
Websites
Timeline
Certificate - Medical Assistant-Phlebotomy
Green River Community College
07.2025 - 09.2025
Middle School Science Teacher
Renton School District
08.2018 - Current
Math and SAT Instructor
Sylvan Learning of Kent
07.2018 - 08.2021
Pathophysiology and Pre AP/GT Biology Teacher
Clear Creek Independent School District
08.2009 - 08.2018
Research Biologist
Microgen, LLC
04.2008 - 05.2009
Research Technician II
Baylor College of Medicine Medical Center
06.2006 - 11.2007
Washington State Certified Teacher - Biological Sciences Endorsement
OSPI
Secondary Educator Certification - Life Sciences
Inspire Texas Alternative Teacher Certification
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Angelo State University