Oliver Bawmann

Experience

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  University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

  Jun 2010 - Aug 2013

  Lab Assistant

  -Helped work to make a transgenic mouse model of Congenital Ichthyosis with the mentorship and oversight of one of the lab researchers.-Learned numerous lab techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, plasmid DNA isolation, genetic cloning in plasmid vectors, tissue culture and confocal microscopy.-Trained in the mouse facility and learned tailing and tagging techniques for this model organism. Worked to help maintain the transgenic mouse lines.-Learned how the lab worked from the ground up. Began by autoclaving dishes, making reagents and performing small experiments such as genotyping. Eventually was given enough responsibility to work independently on a research project. Show less

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  Santa Clara University

  May 2013 - Jun 2015

  -Worked as a volunteer, state and nationally certified EMT to provide care BLS care to anyone on campus.-Provided care to over 100 patients in need of emergency medical care.-Took three to five 15 hour shifts each month for the duration of each school year.-Ranked up to crew chief during my first year and served as a leader and veteran on shifts.-Attended weekly meetings which included call debrief to maintain EMT knowledge.-Attended quarterly training sessions to maintain EMT skills. Show less -Served as head of this entirely student run organization.-Oversaw the leadership team to coordinate all organizational activities including training, recruitment, public relations, and fundraising.-Worked as a liaison between the organization and Santa Clara University administration.-Lead the team through the retirement of our founding medical director and advisor who had overseen and supported SCU EMS since its inception in 1997. Helped ensure a stable transition. -Ran weekly squad meetings and led 35 of my peers. -Ran bi-weekly leadership meetings to plan squad activities and ensure we executed our roles with a cohesive vision. Show less

  • Emergency Medical Technician

    Sept 2012 - Jun 2015

  • Director of SCU EMS

    May 2013 - May 2014
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  Child Family Health International

  Aug 2013 - Sept 2013

  Ecuadorian Health Care intern

  -Observed four different clinical settings in the Ecuadorian hospitals. These clinical rotations were general surgery, hematology and oncology, the delivery floor in the public maternity hospital and obstetrics and gynecology.-Took Spanish classes each afternoon and improved fluency of Spanish, including increased proficiency in medical Spanish.-Learned how to palpate a full-term pregnancy and observed numerous other medical techniques.-Engaged in the culture of Ecuador. Gained significant understanding of the political and health concerns in Ecuador.-First hand exposure to the clinical consequences of prominent public health issues. Show less

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  Sigma Chi Fraternity

  May 2014 - May 2015

  Scholarship Chair

  -Our chapter is a non-hazing chapter whose pledge education centers on introspection, reflection on your own life and ideals, and a commitment to continually bettering yourself. -As scholarship chair I collected grades from fellow members, worked to support chapter GPA and also encouraged members to take advantage of various professional opportunities.-Also served as Strategic Visioning Chair during my senior year. Worked to create and implement a chapter strategic vision to ensure the long term vitality and success of this organization. Show less

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  Genomic Health

  Jun 2015 - Apr 2016

  Customer Relations Specialist

  -Address inquires from patients, nurses, doctors, pathology labs and others regarding the Genomic Health Oncotype DX Genomic tests.-Constantly learning about cancer biology and personalized medicine.-Trained to help explain and interpret results for patients and doctor's office in order to allow cancer patients to make a more informed treatment decision.-Provide support, comfort and reassurance to patients and others with questions about our genomic assays or their specific results.