Laya Palutla
Denver
Summary
Enthusiastic, personable, and customer-focused professional with over one year of experience delivering patient care. Skilled at building meaningful relationships, understanding individual needs, and providing thoughtful recommendations through active listening and compassionate communication. Passionate about beauty, skincare, and helping others feel confident. Excels in collaborative environments, adapts quickly to new products and technologies, and is available to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and seasonal shifts.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Colorado at Anschutz
Aurora, CO
05.2024 - 06.2026
- Contribute to research investigating the immune mechanisms underlying Type 1 diabetes by assisting with laboratory experiments and data collection.
- Utilize precision and attention to detail while performing laboratory techniques and maintaining accurate research records.
- Collaborate with researchers and laboratory team members to support ongoing projects and achieve shared research goals.
- Demonstrate curiosity and a passion for continuous learning by mastering new laboratory techniques and scientific concepts.
Teaching Assistant
University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Guided students through complex scientific concepts during office hours and review sessions, fostering confidence and academic success.
- Created an approachable and inclusive learning environment by encouraging questions and adapting explanations to different learning styles.
- Assisted professors with grading coursework while maintaining accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality.
- Strengthened communication and interpersonal skills by working with students from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
- Demonstrated leadership, patience, and problem-solving skills when helping students overcome academic challenges.
Patient Care Technician
UCHealth
Highlands Ranch, CO
12.2024 - 03.2026
- Delivered compassionate, personalized care while assisting patients with daily living activities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality service and patient satisfaction.
- Cared for 15+ patients simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Responded promptly to patient requests and concerns, demonstrating empathy, patience, and excellent problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide efficient, team-oriented patient care.
- Built trusting relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds through active listening and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Colorado Denver
Denver05-2027
Skills
- Professionalism and empathy
- Service orientation
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
UCHealth
12.2024 - 03.2026
Teaching Assistant
University of Colorado Denver
08.2024 - 05.2026
Research Assistant
University of Colorado at Anschutz
05.2024 - 06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Colorado Denver
Accomplishments
Dean's List at CU Denver - Earned the highest honors for academic achievement for 3 consecutive years.
Legacy Lightning Service Award - Achieved in high school for exceptional service orientation. Awarded to one student in graduating class.