Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Conferences and Presentations
Professional Memberships
Volunteer Experience
Accomplishments
Teaching and Mentorship
References
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Elizabeth Straight

Laramie,WY

Summary

Hardworking and competent individual with over 6 years of medical knowledge and experience. Focused individual proudly demonstrating a vast understanding of lab procedures and operations evident by over 3 year of laboratory experience. Seeking an exciting new position with an established organization conducting tests and experiments. Punctual and professional, willing to work various shifts and driven to perform successfully in solitary role or as part of team. Relocating to Houston, TX in April 2024.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Medical Assistant

Laramie Reproductive Health
Laramie, WY
01.2023 - Current
  • Assist in front office operations, including scheduling patient appointments and managing patient records.
  • Supervised and trained medical staff on proper procedures for patient intake, examinations and treatments.
  • Provided assistance to physicians with clinical tasks such as measuring vital signs and administering medications.
  • Additional duties include supply inventory and reporting normal results to patients.
  • Communicated effectively with patients regarding their health concerns or questions about treatment options.

Research Assistant

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
08.2021 - Current
  • Small animal surgeries were performed, including Pulmonary Artery Banding (PAB) and Transaortic Constriction (TAC)
  • Echocardiography, Western Blots, PCR, genotyping, immunohistochemistry, RNA Isolation, electromyography, and histology were performed
  • The handling and breeding of transgenic mice was conducted.
  • Maintained records of research activities such as experimental notes, data logs, and other documents.
  • Provided support for the development of new methods or processes related to research projects.

2-300th FA BN Medical Platoon Sergeant

W.Y. Army National Guard
Casper, WY
12.2016 - Current
  • Duties include taking vitals, I.V.s, medication administration, monitoring, charting, and performing care under the supervision of a P.A
  • Assessed individual Soldier's medical readiness to ensure compliance with Army regulations.
  • Conducted briefings and training sessions on the proper use of medical equipment, supplies and medications.
  • Developed protocols for responding to emergency situations such as mass casualties or natural disasters.
  • Organized supply inventories of around $1M, requisitions, storage procedures, distribution systems and disposal processes for medical supplies, equipment, medications.

Patient Care Technician

Ivinson Memorial Hospital
Laramie, WY
01.2021 - 08.2023
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
  • Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
  • Collected specimens such as urine and blood samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
  • Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
  • Knowledge of multiple charting systems.

Education

MBA -

Western Governor’s University
Millcreek, Utah
06-2024

Master of Science - Kinesiology

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Physiology

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
05.2022

Skills

  • Medical Terminology Proficiency
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Critical Thinking Abilities
  • Scientific Terminology
  • Animal Handling
  • Laboratory Instrumentation
  • Experimental Design
  • Inventory Restock and Supply
  • Data Collection
  • Sample Preparation
  • Trauma Management
  • Medical Equipment Maintenance
  • Communication Proficiency
  • Medical Documentation

Certification

  • National Registry of Emergency Medical – EMT-B, EMSID: 275115272481
  • Wyoming State E.M.T. License – EMT-B, NEMSID: 110812
  • Basic Life Support (B.L.S.) Instructor, Instructor ID: 03231138285

Conferences and Presentations

  • American Heart Association Conference 2023
  • College of Health Sciences Research Day 2023 (Poster Presentation)
  • Rocky Mountain A.C.S.M. 2023 (Poster Presentation)
  • Rocky Mountain A.C.S.M. 2023 (Flash Talk)

Professional Memberships

  • American Heart Association
  • American College of Sports Medicine - Rocky Mountain Chapter

Volunteer Experience

  • Laramie Reproductive Health, Patient Volunteer, 05/2021, 01/2023
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters, Big Sister, 06/2021, 08/2022

Accomplishments

  • Army Commendation Medal (Military Award) - Awarded for exceptional service while serving in the Middle East during deployment from May 2019 - March 2020.
  • Excellence Award (W.G.U.)- Awarded for exemplary writing in Managing Organization and Leading People. Less than 5% of individuals are nominated for this award at W.G.U.

Teaching and Mentorship

  • Graduate Assistant for Biology, Human Anatomy, and Genetics
  • Mentored the following students in the H.E.A.R.T. lab: Fin Stinson, Ron Lemmons, Marjie Schmitt, Alexis Ker

References

  • Janel Anderson, director@lrhealth.org
  • Danielle Bruns, dbruns1@uwyo.edu

Timeline

Lead Medical Assistant

Laramie Reproductive Health
01.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

University of Wyoming
08.2021 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Ivinson Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 08.2023

2-300th FA BN Medical Platoon Sergeant

W.Y. Army National Guard
12.2016 - Current

MBA -

Western Governor’s University

Master of Science - Kinesiology

University of Wyoming

Bachelor of Science - Physiology

University of Wyoming

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