Paige Wiebke
Coralville,IA
Summary
Motivated pre-medical biochemistry student seeking opportunities in the medical field to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Medical Education Research Facility
Iowa City, IA
08.2022 - Current
- Participated in research projects observing mouse and drosophila models with intention of compiling data on the eye disease Retinitis Pigmentosa
- Prepared and presented reports, presentations and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Organized, labeled and stored study biospecimens
- Set up, calibrated and maintained laboratory and field research equipment for requirements of study.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
Organ Donor Recovery Technician
Iowa Lions Eye Bank
Coralville, IA
04.2022 - Current
- 20+ hours of online and on-the-job training
- Assisted in the on-the-job training of new technicians
- Conducted postmortem examinations and provided documentation
- Recover eyeballs, blood, and skin biopsies from organ donors for transplant and research purposes using assorted protocols
- Travel to various funeral homes and hospitals in company vehicle
- Review medical documentation and legal permissions prior to sample collection
Education
B.S. Biochemistry -
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2025
Skills
- Researching skills
- Laboratory Testing
- Fieldwork experience
- Preparing samples and specimens
- Public presentations
- Data Collection
- Experimental design
- Legal Compliance
- Grief counseling
- Emotional Support
Awards
- August 2021-May 2025 - Awarded Pentacrest Award
- August 2021-May 2022 - Awarded E. M. Byerly Scholarship
- May 2023 - Awarded ICRU Academic Year Fellowship
- April 2023 - Awarded ICRU Summer Fellowship
Volunteer Experience
Compassus Hospice Volunteer - August 2023-Current, The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA,
- Participated in 10+ hours of hospice training
- Visited with hospice patients for 30+ hours
- Listened to patients and provided angel watch for those unresponsive
Domestic Violence Intervention Program Volunteer, August 2021, Iowa City, IA,
- 3+ hours running DVIP table at events
- Traveled around Iowa City businesses and posted flyers for awareness
Alzheimer’s Walk Volunteer, August 2021, College Green Park, Iowa City, IA,
- 3+ hours providing support for families
- Created tissue paper flowers for participants
- Organized walk paths, tables, and prizes
Shadowing Experience
- Dr. Mark Greiner - 2024 The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Cornea Clinic E, Iowa City, IA
- Dr. Rafat Padaria - 2024 Cardiovasular Medicine, Davenport, IA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Medical Education Research Facility
08.2022 - Current
Organ Donor Recovery Technician
Iowa Lions Eye Bank
04.2022 - Current
B.S. Biochemistry -
The University of Iowa
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