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Carlos Rios

Posen,IL

Summary

Enthusiastic Nursing student eager to gain experience in the medical field. Prepared to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Reliable candidate with proven skills in laboratory research, coordinating inventory, and genotyping. A truly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and ability to learn, grow and excel in the medical field.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Research Assistant

Cornell University
05.2020 - 05.2021
  • Coordinated with the lab manager and a team of assistants to perform testing in an ISO 9001 certified laboratory, including equipment decontamination and sample storage
  • Conducted DNA extraction for samples, analyze reagents, and perform testing on samples to ensure compliance with quality standards
  • Processed specimens for testing, including aliquoting, pre-analytical steps, and loading instruments, while maintaining proper specimen identification.
  • Performed over 100 blood draws on bovine specimens to obtain DNA.
  • Performed routine molecular biology laboratory procedures, such as PCR, protein and DNA electrophoresis, cloning and DNA preparation.
  • Conducted microscopic image analyses and analyzed data using Microsoft Excel, reporting results to the lab manager.

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Set up & operated hemodialysis machine to provide dialysis treatment to patients with Chronic Kidney Disease.
  • Performed & recorded patient observations (vital signs- BP, pulse, respirations, weight, etc.)
  • Obtained blood samples/culture specimens & prepared for shipment.
  • Performed venipuncture of dialysis access using aseptic technique.
  • Calculated & adjusted fluid removal rates of patients per protocol & prescription.
  • Performed sterile and non-sterile dressing changes of catheter site.
  • Collaborated with RN in identifying & meeting patient education goals.

Veterinary Technician

Glenwood Village Pet Hospital
06.2021 - 05.2023
  • Took x rays and collect and perform laboratory tests, such as urinalyses and blood counts.
  • Administered medications, vaccines, and treatments prescribed by a veterinarian
  • Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
  • Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry.
  • Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarians.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.


Student Research Assistant

Cornell University
03.2020 - 05.2020
  • Worked with Python software to annotate videos of honeybee aggregation behavior
  • Classified specific behaviors of labeled honeybees
  • Consecutively targeted and labeled bees in over 50 video frames

Patient Transporter

Advocate Aurora Health
10.2023 - Current
  • Transported patients to treatment units, testing units, operating rooms, or other areas, using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds. Explained medical instructions to patients or family members. Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, or stretchers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
05.2023

Skills

  • Medical Terminology
  • Animal Studies
  • Billing Services
  • Clinical & Laboratory Research
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Data Collection Management
  • File and records management
  • Quality Assurance

Timeline

Patient Transporter

Advocate Aurora Health
10.2023 - Current

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
05.2023 - 10.2023

Veterinary Technician

Glenwood Village Pet Hospital
06.2021 - 05.2023

Laboratory Research Assistant

Cornell University
05.2020 - 05.2021

Student Research Assistant

Cornell University
03.2020 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

Cornell University

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