Certificate in Human Rights, Arizona State University, Tempemagna Cum Laude

Certificate in Human Rights, Arizona State University, Tempemagna Cum Laude

Gracie Bautista

Tempe, AZ 85282(785)

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, Global HealthGraduated Dec. 2015

Certificate in Human Rights, Arizona State University, TempeMagna cum Laude

● Dean’s List

Relevant Courses

Women’s International HealthMedical AnthropologyWomen and HealthWomen’s International Human Rights

Study Abroad: Cross-Cultural Studies in Global HealthTrans border Community Development and Health

GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

Community Health and Medical Anthropology Field School- GuatemalaSummer 2015

  • Performed reproductive health research and family planning in the rural village of Acatenango, Guatemala. This research included teaching four classes in local elementary and middle school classrooms for a family planning art project.
  • Assisted in data collection, ethnographic field work including a visit to a health clinic in the region, as well as archaeological and environmental sites.
  • Mapped town to be used in primary study and connected with community members.

Language Proficiency

  • Fluent in Spanish – reading, speaking, and intermediate writing
  • Working proficiency in Spanish – reading, speaking, and intermediate writing

Travel Abroad

  • Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Optometric Technician/Assistant ManagerDecember 2014 - Present

Zymlinski Eye and Contact Lens Center, Tempe, AZ

● Assist Doctor of Optometry and team with front desk management and patient flow.

● Schedule appointments and patient follow ups.

● Process payments, verify insurances, claims, and billing

● Provide contact lens training and increase contact lens sales.

Doctor of Chiropractic AssistantDecember 2011 – November 2014

Chandler Chiropractic, Chandler, AZ

  • Assisted Doctor of Chiropractic with digital chart notes, developing x-rays, conducting exams, consultations, insurance verifications, front desk assistance answering phones, processing payments, product knowledge, scheduling appointments, and training staff.
  • Managed patient care, and patient flow.
  • Facilitated treatment plans and exercises for Chiropractic and Physical therapy patients.
  • Coordinated and participated in outreach events, marketing, orientation, training, lectures and workshops.

INTERNSHIPS AND INVOLVEMENT

Communications SpecialistDecember 2015-Present

Bernie Sanders Campaign- ASU Chapter

Advocacy Intern

Planned Parenthood- Phoenix, TempeAugust 2015- Mid December 2015

  • Implemented and cultivated affiliate’s Health Center Advocacy Program (HCAP)
  • Coordinated Healthy Neighborhood Canvasses and local events
  • Collected, shared, and utilized patient experiences to build supporter base
  • Assisted in data entry
  • Managed and recruited Planned Parenthood volunteers

Gracie Bautista

Tempe, AZ 85282(785)

Student LobbyistApril 2015

Population Connection, Capitol Hill-Washington D.C.

  • Lobbied AZ Senators & Representatives on International Reproductive Rights for Women and Family Planning.

Member

Amnesty International, Arizona State UniversityAugust 2015- Present

Member

Global Health Student Association, Arizona State UniversityAugust 2014- Present

Member/Volunteer

Project Humanities, Arizona State UniversityJanuary 2015- Present

Project StrategistAugust 2013 – September 2014

Davenport Public Relations Firm, Scottsdale, AZ

  • Assisted President with business development, community outreach, public relations and provided marketing support.
  • Responded to client inquiries, requests and conducted internet research support for trainers including clients.
  • Developed company visibility, attended networking and other community events, handled seminar registration, follow-up along with gathering and assembling of company event bags.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • Master Massage Therapist and Reiki Master Certified
  • Chiropractic Assistant and Physiotherapy Specialty Certified
  • HIPAA Certified
  • CITI- Social and Behavioral Research Certified
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook including Social Media outlets.
  • Event planning, Public relations, and Marketing experience
  • Non-profit experience in membership coordination, volunteer recruitment and development
  • Ethics and Compliance

Areas of Interest/Concentrations

  • Education
  • Children’s health and rights
  • Human Rights
  • Poverty Alleviation
  • Social Services
  • Disaster and Humanitarian Relief
  • Women’s Health
  • Behavioral Health
  • Arts and Culture
  • Environment and Sustainability
  • Animal Welfare