Justin Barber
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Detail-oriented undergraduate pursuing a Bachelor of Science with a strong foundation in healthcare and biomedical sciences. Experienced in patient care as a Certified Nursing Assistant and EMT-B, with hands-on support in clinical settings as a Surgical Intern. Engaged in research at the University of New Mexico, emphasizing scientific inquiry and teamwork. Committed to community service through youth mentorship and outreach initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, USA
08.2025 - Current
- Managed Drosophila melanogaster laboratory stocks through routine husbandry and fly crosses to enable successful genetic experiments
- Perform larval dissections and tissue preparation for downstream analysis
- Conduct immunostaining procedures and capture high-resolution images using confocal microscopy
- Assisted with imaging analysis and documented experimental results to contribute to research findings
- Prepared and maintained fly food media to ensure colony sustainability and support ongoing research
- Perform general laboratory maintenance, including equipment preparation and workspace organization
Surgical Intern
San Juan Medical Center
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted medical staff with preparation and patient care during surgical procedures, enhancing patient safety and care quality
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure patient safety and comfort during surgeries.
- Assisted in pre-operative assessments and patient preparations for surgical procedures.
- Observed surgical procedures to gain knowledge of techniques and protocols.
Home Health Caregiver
Generations Personal Care, Inc.
01.2020 - 05.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance quality of life and promote independence
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Administered prescribed medications according to established schedules.
Certified Nursing Assistant
San Juan Medical Center
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported patients with daily care tasks while monitoring and reporting changes in well-being to ensure timely interventions
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biochemistry
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM01-2027
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Medical Science; Biology/Chemistry
San Juan College
Farmington, NM05-2025
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Patient care
- Laboratory techniques
- Medical documentation
- Data organization
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Pharmacy Technician
Leadership And Community Involvement
- Music Ministry Leader & Musician, Led music for church services, revivals, and youth events
- Youth Baseball & Softball Coach, Coached athletes from T-ball to 18U and organized training camps
- Community Outreach Volunteer, Distributed food, firewood, and support to rural Native communities
- AISES & Native SOAR Member, Participated in student events supporting Native STEM education
- Music Club Member, Performed in campus music events as guitarist, vocalist, bassist, and drummer
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of New Mexico
08.2025 - Current
Surgical Intern
San Juan Medical Center
08.2024 - 05.2025
Home Health Caregiver
Generations Personal Care, Inc.
01.2020 - 05.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
San Juan Medical Center
02.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biochemistry
University of New Mexico
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Medical Science; Biology/Chemistry
San Juan College