Monson Wheeler
Mesa,Arizona
Summary
Motivated student pursuing acceptance into medical school while gaining research preparation experience. Skilled in organizing resources, equipment, and materials to support scientific investigations. Meticulous attention to detail and strong commitment to accurate documentation. Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities for effective collaboration with diverse teams. Extensive background in exploring research domains, including molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, public health, and medical education.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Technician
Wheeler Medical LLC
09.2018 - Current
- Providing orthopedic support services in Level I trauma centers delivering services in emergency departments and trauma rooms and maintaining inventory of orthopedic soft goods and casting/splinting materials
- Works in a clinical setting communicating with patients and hospital staff and maintaining strict privacy and sterilization protocols.
- Optimized patient care by maintaining detailed records of treatments, procedures, and progress notes for each individual case.
Research Assistant II
Brigham Yong University Department of Microbiology
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Worked with Dr Steve Johnson as a Research Assistant II in his chromatin lab.
- Regularly performed a wide variety of biological lab techniques including PCR, Western and Northern blotting, plasmid cloning, and flow cytometry.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Performed primary literature reviews in the field of chromatin transcription, specifically investigating current publications on in vitro chromatin transcription to support the work being done in the lab.
Research Intern
Arizona Department of Human Services
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Participated on a team developing a novel database for use in reporting flu test data throughout the state of Arizona.
- Met weekly with the project group to coordinate the work we were doing in a timely manner
- Standardized more than 15,000 flu test results to be accurately placed into the databases algorithm, requiring proficient use of Excel and basic abilities in Python programming
- Assisted with preparing project-related reports, presentations and manuscripts.
Research Assistant I
Arizona State University
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed basic lab procedures while working in the Dr Kaushal Rege lab within Arizona State University's Biodesign Center
- Investigated novel cancer detection techniques using nanoparticle beads in cDNA binding
- Consistently performed nanoparticle and biochemical synthesis for use in our experiments and developed proficiency in many biochemical laboratory techniques including autoclaving, microscope, sample incubation, purification, distillation, filtration, and titration.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials and note-taking, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Provided support and maintenance for several mice colonies used in the lab for wound care projects, maintaining sterilization and genotyping protocols.
Medical Accounts Receivable Agent
H&H Orthopedics LLC
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Responsible for reconciling third party payer remittances to patient accounts
- Required extreme attention to detail and memorization of billing codes
- Processed $1.2 million worth of payments, maintaining HIPPA privacy standards and utilizing complex patient, management, and billing software systems.
- Maintained accurate records of client communications, transactions, policies, and other relevant documentation for seamless operations within the agency.
- Consistently met compliance requirements for the agency by promptly completing mandatory continuing education courses and staying current on industry regulations.
Education
No Degree - Credential of Readiness
Harvard Business School
Online04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04.2023
Skills
- Aseptic Techniques
- Laboratory Operations
- Instrument Sterilization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Data Entry
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis
- Scientific Writing
- Anatomy knowledge
- Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
96th percentile MCAT score of 519
Hobbies and Interests
- Marathon Running
- Landscape Design
Certification
- Certified Orthotic Fitter, Wheeler Orthotics and Prosthetics - 6/2020 to present
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional Working
Timeline
Research Assistant II
Brigham Yong University Department of Microbiology
01.2022 - 05.2023
Orthopedic Technician
Wheeler Medical LLC
09.2018 - Current
Research Intern
Arizona Department of Human Services
08.2018 - 07.2019
Research Assistant I
Arizona State University
05.2018 - 05.2019
Medical Accounts Receivable Agent
H&H Orthopedics LLC
01.2016 - 07.2017
No Degree - Credential of Readiness
Harvard Business School
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Brigham Young University
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