Michelle Vasquez

Experience

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  MDS Pharma Services

  May 2000 - Jun 2001

  Clinical Conduct Technician

  MDS Pharma Services Phoenix, AZ Performed testing and supported stages II and III in pharmaceutical studies for this organization that is considered the world's premier provider of innovative drug discovery and development solutions Clinical Conduct Technician 05/2000 – 06/2001Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Performed Pharmacokinetic labs to study and develop new drugs and reproduce brand name to generic. • Performed phlebotomy for up to 75 clinic patients in timed intervals and ensured area treated properly and in compliance with OSHA standards.• Processed and delivered various specimens and examined content in compliance with study protocols and support continued research.• Placed leads onto patient and inserted patient information into EKG machine to record electrical body activity. • Attained and recorded patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure and pulse and updated records accurately.• Compiled various study data and ensured all documents provided to support FDA approval process. Show less

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  Radiant Research

  Aug 2000 - Feb 2003

  Phlebotomist

  Radiant Research Scottsdale, AZPerformed testing and supported stage IV in pharmaceutical studies for this laboratory dedicated to research. Phlebotomist 08/2000 – 02/2003Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Performed Pharmacokinetic labs to study mechanisms of absorption and distribution of administered drugs and ensure cancer studies fully supported.• Performed phlebotomy, prepared centrifuge samples and tested for medical diagnostics. • Processed and delivered various specimens and examined content in compliance with study protocols and support continued research.• Compiled various study data and ensured all documents provided to support FDA approval process.• Attained and recorded patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure and pulse and updated records accurately to support clinical trials with heart disease, skin, diabetic, cancer and auto-immune. Show less

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  Bio Tech Medical Laboratories

  Oct 2001 - Feb 2003

  Technician/Phlebotomist

  BioTech Medical Laboratories Phoenix, AZPerformed laboratory testing for this privately owned, independent clinical laboratory serving the medical community since 1983Laboratory Technician/Phlebotomist 10/2001 – 02/2003Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Performed phlebotomy and STAT blood specimens and ensured area treated properly and in compliance with OSHA standards.• Processed and delivered various specimens and examined content in compliance with study protocols and support continued research.• Performed phlebotomy, prepared centrifuge samples and tested for medical diagnostics. • Plated culture and sensitivity specimens and observed to determine various bacteria’s and viruses to ensure patient treated appropriately. Show less

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  St. Catherine’s Hospital

  Nov 2003 - Apr 2004

  Laboratory Support Specialist

  St.Catherine’s Hospital East Chicago, INPerformed laboratory testing for this not-for-profit organization that provides leadership and resources for the enhancement of health and the quality of life in Northwest IndianaLaboratory Support Specialist 11/2003 – 04/2004Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Trained nurses and technicians with aseptic techniques to ensure specimens were not compromised. • Plated culture and sensitivity specimens and observed to determine various bacteria’s and viruses to ensure patient treated appropriately.• Attained and recorded patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure and pulse and updated records accurately.• Performed phlebotomy and STAT blood specimens and ensured area treated properly and syringes sterilized and OSHA compliant.• Placed leads onto patient and inserted patient information into EKG machine to record electrical body activity. Show less

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  Ingalls Memorial Hospital

  Jun 2007 - May 2010

  Clinical Lab Associate

  Ingalls Memorial Hospital Harvey, ILPerformed laboratory testing and support for this independent not-for-profit healthcare system dedicated to Chicago’s South suburbs.Clinical Lab Associate 06/2007 – 05/2010Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Inserted and secured heplock IV sites and monitored to ensure blood clots prevented.• Performed Pharmacokinetic labs to study mechanisms of absorption and distribution of administered drugs and ensure cancer studies fully supported.• Processed various specimens and examined content in compliance with study protocols and support continued research.• Packaged and shipped specimens as per special instructions and ensured in compliance with government regulations. • Attained and recorded patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure and pulse and updated records accurately.• Performed phlebotomy and STAT blood specimens and ensured area treated properly and syringes sterilized and OSHA compliant.• Greeted patients and updated charts with personal medical history and ensured confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.• Placed leads onto patient and inserted patient information into EKG machine to record electrical body activity. Show less

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  Kaplan College

  Nov 2009 - May 2010

  Teachers Assistant

  Kaplan College Hammond, INEducated students on Medical Assistant course curriculum to support associates of science degrees for this accredited college with degrees in over 40 college programs in business, computer, health care, and legal studiesTeachers Assistant 11/2009 – 05/2010Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Facilitated lab curriculum to Medical Assistant students and assigned course work as required in compliance with state and federal laws. • Trained students on various laboratory equipment including, Spectrophotometer, pH Meter, Centrifuges and Column Chromatography to support Medical Assistant Associates of Science degree program.• Performed diagnostic assays including, blood typing, mono testing, sickle cell, blood collection and cultures, utilizing plating and incubation techniques to train students on disease testing.• Educated students with proper injection administration and blood draws to ensure appropriate protocols accurately upheld in compliance with Aseptic techniques and Good Clinical Practices.• Educated students with conversion US system to metric system to support medical terminology. Show less

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  Priority Wellness

  Nov 2010 - Jul 2012

  Evenet Coordinator

  Priority Wellness Lowell, INManaged and coordinated promotional events for this Chiropractic Care facility that provides Massage Therapy, Physical Therapy, Energy Work, and Reflexology.Event Coordinator 11/2010 – 07/2012 Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Identified local schools and companies and promoted organizations services that built and cultivated client relationships. • Created and updated website to promote business and services to ensure practice fully supported. • Created media advertisements to promote wellness education group sessions to educate clientele and brand practice. • Built and cultivated vendor relationships and collaborated with local business to acquire donations to support raffle give-away during semi-annual clientele development events. Show less

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  In-Training

  Apr 2011 - Jun 2012

  Instructor

  In Training College Lowell, IN * When enrollment is full they call me to tell me when it startsEducated students to support certifications in Phlebotomy, Certified Nurse Assistant and EKG and Pharmacy Technician for this College dedicated to assisting adults further their career in healthcare industry.Instructor 04/2011 – Present Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Facilitated EKG and Phlebotomy curriculum, created syllabus and assigned course work as required in compliance with state and federal laws. • Developed and delivered tests and quizzes and recorded grading to support college guidelines. • Monitored and recorded attendance and grades to ensure college requirements upheld. Show less

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  Purdue University Calumet

  Jan 2012 - Jul 2015

  Research Associate

  Witing and strictly adhering to SOPs, GMPs, and QSRs guidelines. skills as required by cGMPs and adverse advents. All activities are completed by strictly following Good Clinical Practices (GCP) & all relevant current local, state, & federal laws, regulations, guidance, policy & procedure developed by the NU Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food & Drug Administration (FDA) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), & the International Conference on Harmonization (ICH). recruits study participants, reviews & obtains informed consent, Scheduled study visits with participants, conduced interviews, scored test results, collected survey data, reviewed medical records and consulted with nurses & physicians to determine pretreatment & eligibility requirements of protocol from completion to registration of participants, maintained detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data and preparing basic charts and graphs reflecting the results. I have performed several scientific literature searches in support of research and completed portions of grant applications and documents associated with current local, state, & federal regulatory guidelines, requirements, laws & research protocols Show less

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  Halox

  Jun 2012 - Dec 2012

  Chemistry Intern

  Halox Hammond, INProvided rust prevention testing for this organization established in 1972, by the Hammond Group, Inc. dedicated to meeting regulatory, industry and customer demand for lead and chromate-free non-toxic pigments for corrosion resistant and tannin stain resistant coatings Intern Chemist 07/2012 – 12/2012 Responsibilities and accomplishments included: • Measured and blended raw materials utilizing PH Meters and to adjust PH levels and identify corrosion resistant paint coatings in compliance with utilizing Standard Operating Procedures protocol.• Prepared solutions and test substrates that identified points of corrosion and test durability on commercial paint to support bridges, metal • Tested painting samples utilizing viscometer and ICI to measure thickness of paint coatings and adjusted raw materials to ensure capability.• Cured paint at high heat levels utilizing industrial ovens that increased paint durability.• Measured coating levels utilizing BYK Gauge Bars, DFT and Gloss Meters to ensure test panels standardized. • Analyzed pigments utilizing Hageman Grind Gauge to ensure pigments properly dispersed.• Documented, categorized and labeled new chemicals utilizing Formulator™ in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures protocol.• Recorded details and documented results utilizing Q-fog and Atlas corrosion cabinets in compliance with Good Clinical Practices and Standard Operating Procedures protocol.• Tested paint durability utilizing Acid Salt Spray, Prohesion, SAE, QCT, UV and EIS to analyze and identify corrosion rates. Show less

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  Crown Point Community School Corporation

  Aug 2013 - Jun 2015

  Substitute Teacher

  Teach all ages, subjects and abilities

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  Aurora Public Schools

  Jul 2015 - Nov 2017

  Substitute Teacher

  Teach all ages, subjects. Worked with special abilities and behaviorly challenged student's

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  Quest Diagnostics

  Oct 2017 - now

  Patient Service Representative

  Run busy PSC in Parker COphlebotomy uds collectionfront/back officeinventory/orderingrecord retention and managementtraining of new employees

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  University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

  Nov 2017 - May 2018

  Bench Scientist

  Tissue culture, dosing, collection and analyzing vis Bradford and western blotAnimal care and husbandry, dosing, sacking and collecting organs of interestcutting slices of tissue on the cryostat for slidesstain and collect images vis Ziess 840PCR genotyping determined by electrophoresis

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  APPS Denver

  Jan 2019 - now

  Medical Examiner

  Take vital signsphlebotomypaperworkshipment of samples