Melanie Ochoa
Mesa,Arizona
Summary
Innovative, organized Graduate Student poised to add value to operations. Possesses Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences: Health Sciences and 7 years of employment experience. Utilizes strong education, top-notch skills and relevant technology to achieve corporate mission and goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Advisor
Southern New Hampshire University
Remote, New Hampshire
07.2023 - Current
- Tailored academic plans for students based on their career aspirations, interests, and personal strengths. Conducted in-depth assessments to identify academic goals, guided course selection, and monitored progress to ensure students remained on track for graduation.
- Implemented proactive outreach initiatives to increase student engagement and retention rates.
- Developed and maintained accurate academic records, utilizing university systems to update and track student progress.
University Counselor
Grand Canyon Education
Phoenix, AZ
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Successfully recruited and enrolled diverse cohorts of students by developing and implementing targeted outreach strategies, resulting in a consistent increase in overall enrollment numbers.
- Proficiently managed the end-to-end admissions process, from conducting informative presentations and guiding prospective students through application procedures and providing detailed information about academic programs, scholarships, and financial aid.
- Demonstrated a commitment to understanding individual student needs, fostering trust, and contributing to a supportive university community.
Medical Assistant
Geriatric Speciality Care
Reno, NV
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Conducted regular patient check-ins to identify and address immediate care needs
- Coordinated and scheduled patient appointments with interdisciplinary care team members
- Arranged for prescribed laboratory tests, specialist referrals, and/or diagnostic procedures
- Provided ongoing support to RNs, NPs, Pharmacists, Social Workers, etc
Gymnastics Coach/Program Coordinator
Funtastic Gymnastics
Manteca, California
02.2016 - 12.2019
- Implemented personalized training plans for over 50 gymnasts
- Coordinated and managed membership and enrollment
- Led weekly team meetings to discuss progress and goals with fellow coaches
- Coached and mentored ages 6 months to 16 years of age.
Education
Master of Arts - Human-Centered Design
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2024
Certificate - Introduction To User Experience Design
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences: Health Sciences
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee05.2023
Skills
- Database Search and Data Entry Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Documenting and Recording Information
- Performance Tracking
- Strategic Planning
- Prototyping
- User Research
- User-Centered Design
Timeline
Academic Advisor
Southern New Hampshire University
07.2023 - Current
University Counselor
Grand Canyon Education
08.2022 - 06.2023
Medical Assistant
Geriatric Speciality Care
12.2020 - 09.2021
Gymnastics Coach/Program Coordinator
Funtastic Gymnastics
02.2016 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - Human-Centered Design
Liberty University
Certificate - Introduction To User Experience Design
Georgia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences: Health Sciences
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee