Manny

Dependable, patient-focused Clinical Assistant with hands-on experience in rehabilitation assistance, medical equipment setup, patient condition monitoring, and cancer biology lab research. Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED and Stop the Bleed, with demonstrated leadership in healthcare organizations and medical supply logistics. Currently seeking a full-time entry-level healthcare role before returning to complete undergraduate degree studies.

Research Assistant at Dr. Tingting Ju's Lab, Purdue University (2026-01 – 2026-05)

• Supported ongoing cancer biology research focused on glycosylation mechanisms and tumor progression pathways.
• Executed foundational laboratory techniques, including biological sample preparation, DNA data collection, and code review for computational analysis.
• Collaborated with graduate students and faculty to process bioinformatics datasets and interpret research findings.

Clinical Assistant at Lafayette Rehabilitation Services (2024-10 – 2026-05)

• Assisted 5 licensed physical therapists with patient positioning, therapeutic exercises, and clinical equipment setup to ensure optimal patient care and safety.
• Observed and documented over 150 patient progress updates, accurately communicating subtle changes in patient condition to medical staff to maintain continuity of care.
• Maintained clean, sanitized treatment areas and ensured exercise equipment meets health and safety standards.

Front Office Coordinator (Internships) at Express Employment Professionals (2025-06 – 2026-06)

• Supported fast-paced staffing operations through candidate tracking, database maintenance, and phone communications.
• Developed automated messaging workflows and coordinated mass outreach campaigns to streamline scheduling.

Facility Operations Team Member (Seasonal) at Life Time Fitness (2023-07 – Present)

• Maintain accurate records of facility equipment status, daily maintenance activities, and safety incident reports.
• Deliver quality customer service while ensuring a clean, safe, and hygienic environment across the facility.

Degree In Progress in Pre-Health Coursework – Purdue University

High School Diploma – Naperville North High School (2018 – 2022)