Prof. PATRICIA MEDINA
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Talented Biologist promoting knowledge in General Biology and Microbiology. Effective at highlighting biological & microbiological topics to college students through outreach and relevant studies. Highly experienced in Hybrid and In-Person lectures and laboratories.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Faculty, Microbiology
Los Angeles Community College District
2021.08 - Current
- Reduced contamination risk by maintaining sterile laboratory environment and adhering to safety protocols.
- Instruction of laboratory microbiological methods to 26 students using Basic Plan.
- Maintain exceptional laboratory organization, safety, and cleanliness.
- Expert instruction on Brightfield Microscopy.
- Instruction & evaluation of students' efficacy of aseptic technique and culture transfers.
- Instruction on antimicrobial agents efficacy using standardized disk diffusion methods.
- Instruction & evaluation of students' identification of morphological and biochemical bacterial unknowns.
- Instruction on Laboratory Notebook preparation and recording.
- Development of asynchronous and synchronous online lecture instruction.
- Testing methods preparation and lesson preparation using Canvas.
- Emphasis on excellent communication with other faculty, laboratory technicians, and higher department leadership.
Part Time Faculty
Antelope Valley College District
2016.08 - Current
- Elaboration of teaching techniques to improve memorization and develop critical thinking.
- Employ group study sessions and discussions to encourage learning and develop community.
- Experience using Lesson Basics on 56 students class size.
- Preparation of study guides for successful delivery of course material and to improve students' focal points.
- Develop, administer, and correct tests promptly to allow for student grade advancement.
- Participation in developing laboratory activities and improvements.
- Special attention to laboratory setup and clean-up to ease class transitions.
- Extensive experience teaching general biology, microbiology, and human biology lectures and laboratories.
- Emphasis on excellent communication with other faculty, laboratory technicians, and higher departmental leadership.
Part Time Faculty
Santa Clarita Community College District
2006.08 - Current
- Use various teaching techniques to improve memorization and develop critical thinking.
- Highly experienced in using group study sessions and discussions to encourage student learning and develop community.
- Experience in using Lesson Basics on 50-student class size.
- Preparation of study guides for successful delivery of course material and to improve students' focal points.
- Develop, administer, and correct tests promptly, allowing student grade advancement.
- Participation in developing laboratory activities and improvements.
- Special attention to laboratory setup and clean-up to ease class transitions.
- Participation in SLO Review in Biological Sciences
- Co-advisor of Student Success Club by EOPS/CARE Program at College of the Canyons for two years.
- Emphasis on excellent communication with other faculty, laboratory technicians, and higher leadership of the department.
- Extensive experience in teaching General Biology lectures and laboratory
- Taught Human Genetics lecture.
Part Time Faculty (Microbiology)
Ventura Community College District
2022.01 - 2023.06
- Instruction of laboratory microbiological methods using Basic Plan on 60-student class size.
- Maintain exceptional laboratory organization, safety, and cleanliness.
- Expert instruction on Brightfield Microscopy
- Instruction on proper Laboratory Notebook preparation and recording
- Development of asynchronous and synchronous online lecture instruction
- Testing methods preparation and lesson preparation using Canvas
- Emphasis on excellent communication with other faculty, laboratory technicians, and higher departmental leadership.
Laboratory Technician
SCCCD
2016.02 - 2017.12
- Executed setup and cleanup of laboratories for General Biology and Anatomy & Physiology labs
- Maintained laboratory instruments and equipment for the General Biology and Anatomy & Physiology labs
- Gathered and prepared biological samples for the General Biology lab
- Maintained live specimens in the General Biology lab
- Monitored supplies for laboratory exercises
- Emphasis on excellent communication with other faculty, laboratory technicians, and higher leadership of the department.
Microbiologist II (QA)
Medtronic Mini Med
2000.09 - 2003.03
- Performed, coordinated, executed, and summarized all areas of sterilization validation (EtO and pressure sterilizers)
- Operated and maintained EtO and pressure sterilizers, including spore-challenge testing
- Performed and reported TOC Analyzer calibrations
- Prepared sterility test culture media and executed growth promotion and sterility testing
- Performed membrane filtration technique for bioburden testing on implantable medical devices
- Executed microbial identification using Biolog System
- Conducted LAL testing (testing for endotoxins) using turbidimetry
- Prepared and analyzed Total Organic Carbon (TOC) and conductivity
- Sampled and monitored environmental cleanroom conditions: airborne, particulate, and surface contact microbial testing
- Analyzed Ethylene Oxide gas residual extractions on finished products.
Research Associate I
Medical Research Group (acquired by Medtronic)
1999.06 - 2000.09
- Prepared culture media for sterility testing
- Performed growth promotion testing and sterility testing on implantable medical devices
- Performed bioburden testing using a membrane filtration technique on implantable medical devices
- Executed microbial identification using Biolog System
- Conducted water sampling from water systems for bioburden testing
- Perform & reported Tyvek (Reg
- Trademark) Pack Seal Integrity Testing.
Teaching Assistant (Introductory Microbiology Lab, 215L)
California State University, Northridge
1999.01 - 1998.12
- Prepared and sterilized culture media for medical laboratory classes
- Performed regular maintenance of the university's medical microbiology bacterial cultures
- Prepared unknown bacterial cultures for medical microbiology students
- Performed routine maintenance of the microbiology laboratory and the student-access restricted preparation areas
- Assisted the professor during laboratory student activities: microscopy methods, plate streaking, staining techniques, unknown bacterial identification.
Teaching Assistant (Introductory Microbiology Lab, 215L)
California State University, Northridge
1998.01 - 1998.12
- Maintained clean, safe, and orderly Microbiology laboratory environment
- Instructed students on introductory microbiology laboratory exercises
- Prepared and graded midterm and final microbiology examinations
- Guided and supported students with bacterial unknown identification exercises.
Education
M. S. - Biology
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA06.2006
B. S. - Biology
California State University, Northridge
05.1998
Skills
- Spanish
- Maintaining records
- Document Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Microsoft Office
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Excel spreadsheets
- Employee Communications
Accomplishments
- Recognized for being an outstanding professor who goes "Over and Above" in helping students succeed from the years 2016 through 2019 at the EOPS/CARE/CalWORKS Department at College of the Canyons (SCCCD).
- Invited to participate in the Federal program, Upward Bound Program, Golden Valley High School at 27051 Robert C. Lee Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 for summer of 2013, 2016, & 2017 teaching Introduction to Biology.
Student Perceptions
- Anonymous
- Nardos
- Sheila
- Alysa
Certifications Courses
- Online Teacher Training Course in Canvas Certificate (OTTCC), VCCD, Dec. 2021
- Introduction to Online Teaching and Learning, Course Design for Teaching in Canvas (IOTL), LACCD, December 2021
- OnlineLIVE Certificate, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL), SCCCD, October 2021
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/11/67
- Nationality: Naturalized US Citizen
Publications
Medina P, Baresi L. J Microbiol Methods 2007 May. Rapid identification of gelatin and casein hydrolysis using TCA. Epub 2007 Jan 20. 69(2):391-3.
References
- Dr. Patricia Palavecino, Botany Lead Coordinator, Antelope Valley College, patricia.palavecino@avc.edu, (661)722-6300x6897
- Dr. Patricia Butterworth, Anatomy & Physiology Instructor, Antelope Valley College, patricia.butterworth@avc.edu, (818)359-6038
- Prof. Dilek Sanver-Wang, Gral. Biology Lead Coordinator, College of the Canyons, Dilek.Sanver-Wang@canyons.edu, (661)373-9417
- Dr. Stephen Brown, Chair of Life Sciences Department, Los Angeles Mission College (LACCD), brownst@lamission.edu, (818)364-7665
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Part Time Faculty (Microbiology)
Ventura Community College District
2022.01 - 2023.06
Part-Time Faculty, Microbiology
Los Angeles Community College District
2021.08 - Current
Part Time Faculty
Antelope Valley College District
2016.08 - Current
Laboratory Technician
SCCCD
2016.02 - 2017.12
Part Time Faculty
Santa Clarita Community College District
2006.08 - Current
Microbiologist II (QA)
Medtronic Mini Med
2000.09 - 2003.03
Research Associate I
Medical Research Group (acquired by Medtronic)
1999.06 - 2000.09
Teaching Assistant (Introductory Microbiology Lab, 215L)
California State University, Northridge
1999.01 - 1998.12
Teaching Assistant (Introductory Microbiology Lab, 215L)
California State University, Northridge
1998.01 - 1998.12
M. S. - Biology
California State University, Northridge
B. S. - Biology
California State University, Northridge
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