Lucero Blaker

- Actively engaged in research initiatives funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and sponsored by industry partners. Collaborated closely with Dr. Andras Perl to advance knowledge in the field of Rheumatology and enhance treatment approaches for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and related conditions. Such as the Treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) With N-acetylcysteine (NAC) - NCT00775476.

- Improved patient enrollment by developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies.

- Enhanced data quality by closely monitoring study progress and ensuring accurate data collection.

- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully meet project timelines and deliverables.

- Provided quality and compassionate medical care to 50-60 patients daily.

- Prepared, stocked, and cleaned the examination room for the intake of patients. Recorded and documented patient vitals, administering medication, testing and treatment when necessary.

- Ordered and scheduled imaging testing referrals, multi-specialty referrals, laboratory testing, and in-office procedures.

- Coordinated and collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to provide care consistent with the patient's age, cultural, and developmental needs.

- Scheduled and entered orders for diagnostic tests and procedures following all appropriate workflows

- Processed insurance verifications and updated patient's accounts, including demographics, insurance, HIPPA forms, and financial waivers

- Opened and closed batches properly, accurately reconciled collections and payments, conformed billing

slips to the daily schedule, prepared deposits and document corrections

- Arranged referrals according to departmental guidelines and entered them into the appropriate system

- Performed laboratory procedures and techniques such as record keeping, dissection, pipetting, and filtering

- Used and handled model subjects. Collected and analyzed data using various statistical methods to generate reports on findings

- Collaborate with team members to integrate findings into ongoing research projects

- Manage inventory of supplies and reagents, ensuring their availability for experiments

- Assist in the calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment