Janice M. López Rivera
Juncos
Summary
Accomplished Naturopathic Doctor and educator with a robust background in natural medicine and patient care, demonstrated during tenure at Naturopathic Health Clinic. Expert in diagnostic testing and lifestyle counseling, enhancing patient outcomes through integrative approaches. Skilled in acupuncture techniques and fostering excellent communication, I have significantly contributed to both clinical and academic settings, promoting health education and chronic disease management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Naturopathic Doctor
Naturopathic Health Clinic
08.2020 - Current
- Treated acute and chronic illnesses with supplements, botanicals and lifestyle adjustments.
- Consulted with other health professionals to provide optimal patient care, referring patients to traditional health care professionals as necessary.
- Administered, dispensed or prescribed natural medicines such as food or botanical extracts, herbs and amino acids.
- Applied Naturopathic and Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies to address and resolve patient concerns.
- Oversaw efficiency-driven practiced centered around evidence-based medicine.
- Enhanced preventive care by completing annual examinations of each patient.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
School of Naturopathic Medicine Professor
Ana G Mendez University
08.2020 - Current
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Reviewed class and laboratory materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
Laboratory Assistant Program Professor
EDIC College
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Trained program students to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Trained and supervised students in laboratory protocols.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Laboratorio Clínico Colón
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Identified and resolved unexpected results, directing secondary testing measures or collection efforts.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Documented test results using computerized and manual transcription methods.
- Analyzed testing results based on established indicators, submitting findings to central lab database.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean, and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Hospital Menonita
02.2013 - 08.2014
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, blood banking and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Analyzed testing results based on established indicators, submitting findings to central lab database.
- Maintained strict adherence to prescribed lab safety guidelines and operational instructions.
- Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
- Performed pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processing procedures.
- Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
Education
Doctor - Naturopathic Medicine
Ana G Mendez University
Gurabo, Puerto Rico06-2018
Post-Graduate Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico02-2011
Bachelor of Science - Biology
UPR Recinto De Rio Piedras
San Juan, Puerto Rico06-2007
Skills
- Natural medicine
- Lifestyle counseling
- Diagnostic testing
- Physical examination
- Patient care
- Chronic disease management
- Patient diagnosis
- Excellent communication
- Time management abilities
- Patient evaluation
- Clinical assessment
- Electronic medical record software
- Business management
- Natural medicine dispensing
- Health education
- Acupuncture techniques
Certification
- ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist (2011)
- Licensed Naturopathic Doctor (2020)
Languages
Spanish, English
Native language
Timeline
Naturopathic Doctor
Naturopathic Health Clinic
08.2020 - Current
School of Naturopathic Medicine Professor
Ana G Mendez University
08.2020 - Current
Laboratory Assistant Program Professor
EDIC College
01.2019 - 12.2019
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Laboratorio Clínico Colón
08.2018 - 06.2020
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Hospital Menonita
02.2013 - 08.2014
- ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist (2011)
- Licensed Naturopathic Doctor (2020)
Doctor - Naturopathic Medicine
Ana G Mendez University
Post-Graduate Certificate - Medical Laboratory Science
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
Bachelor of Science - Biology
UPR Recinto De Rio Piedras
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