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GLADYS RODRIGUEZ

 

E-mail: grodriguezt24@gmail.com

Phone: 317-500-0339

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--PROFILE--

Hardworking and enthusiastic college student pursuing a B.S. in Exercise Science. Dedicated to utilizing strong interpersonal and communication skills to contribute effectively as a dependable team member. Passionate about research, healthcare, and mentorship.

--EDUCATION--

Greenfield-Central High School

Aug, 2019–Jun, 2023
High School Diploma

  • Graduated Top 10 in Class

  • GPA: 4.325

IU-Indianapolis

Current student

  • Pursuing B.S. Exercise Science

  • Premed track for Physical Therapy

  • Dean’s List (Fall/Spring 2023; Fall/Spring 2024)

  • Certification in Cupping Therapy
     

--EMPLOYMENT HISTORY--

Rehabilitation Aide

July 2025-Current

Athletico

  • Prepared patients for therapy sessions by providing equipment and support

  • Educated patients on exercises and recovery techniques to provide correct form 

  • Supported administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments, payment processes, and taking phone calls

  • Prepared patients for heat or ice therapy and massage therapy

  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas 

Orthopedic Research Intern

​Sep, 2024 - Current

IUI (School of Medicine)

  • Safely handle live mice and specimen to collect samples for research purposes

  • Conducted Literature reviews to support ongoing research projects and summarize key findings

  • Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software to ensure accurate results

  • Trained in  staining, pipetting, and other wet lab procedures

  • Prepared and presented data and studies at showcases
     

Student Lab Technician Assistant

​Aug, 2023 - May, 2024

IUI (Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics Indiana University, School of Medicine)

  • Relabeled and relocated biobank specimen samples

  • Scanning samples into computer system 

  • Trained to use  excel to organize and relocate biobank samples

  • Trained in pipetting DNA samples 

  • Trained to prep for DNA sampling and specimen extractions

--PROJECTS & EXPERIENCES--

Motor Activity Clinic Volunteer

Jan. 2025- Nov. 2025

IU Indianapolis

  • Assisted kinesiology and occupational therapy students working with children with special needs

  • Set up and organized equipment for motor skill development activities

  • Ensured a safe and enjoyable environment for children in gym and pool activities

Life-Health Sciences Internship

2024-2025 Showcase

IU Indianapolis

  • Presented Project: Sex Differences in Fibrotic Responses Following ACL Injury in Mice
     

Peer Tutor

Oct, 2022-May, 2023​

Greenfield-Central High School

  • Mentored and tutored ELL (English Language Learners) that spoke Spanish, French, and Mandarin 

  • Provided help in subjects such as math, language arts, social studies, and sciences. 

  • Translated materials such as textbooks, articles, online resources to help them understand lessons

  • Communicate effectively through verbal and nonverbal methods

  • Kept track of grades and created lesson plans

--SKILLS--

Technical Skills

  • Proficient in FIJI and OnCore software

  • Experienced in Excel for data organization and research tracking

  • Trained in pipetting and specimen handling


Leadership and Coordination

  • Group leader in mentoring junior high students

  • Led an occupational therapy job shadowing session

  • Guided group exercise sessions in a college class


Problem Solving and Adaptability

  • Designed lesson plans for ELL tutoring despite language barriers

  • Developed efficiency strategies for organizing biobank samples

 

Bilingual Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish and English

  • Provided translation services for Spanish, Mandarin, and French-speaking students

--REFERENCES--

Stephen Schelcht (Supervisor) 

IUI (Orthopedic Surgery Department Indiana university, School of Medicine)

Phone: (317) 278-3432 

Email: steschle@iu.edu 

 

Ben Loflin (Supervisor)

IUI (Orthopedic Surgery Department Indiana university, School of Medicine)

Phone: (317) 278-0085 

Email: beloflin@iu.edu 

 

Amber Zendzian (Clinic Manager)

Athletico

Email: amber.zendzian@athletico.com 

2010 - present
2010 - present

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