Team Member Spotlight: Michele Gutierrez, Clinical Research Program Manager at Banner Sun Health Research Institute, Sun City, AZ. At age 20, Michele Gutierrez had no idea when she met Muhammad Ali that she’d one day help the world better understand Parkinson’s disease, which impacted the legendary boxer. Now she’s a clinical research program manager at Banner Sun Health Research Institute, where Michele helps coordinate and conduct clinical research trials for medications not yet approved by the FDA. Most of the trials focus on Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s. She helps to find new participants to sign up for trials and works with them throughout the studies, which are crucial to better understanding, preventing and treating the diseases. “There have been a lot of great moments over my 21-year-career,” Michele says. “My most favorite moments are when research participants give me the biggest hug and thank me for helping them.” She’s proud to have been involved in research that recently led to FDA approval of lecanemab to treat Alzheimer’s. “I feel like in research I’m constantly learning and evolving,” she says. “Every time there is a new study, it is almost like starting a new job.”
Better than ever for nurses. Opportunities for registered nurses are available in ICU, PCU, Med/Surg, OR, nursing leadership and more! Banner was recognized on Becker's Healthcare 2024 list of 150+ top places to work in healthcare. These recognitions reflect our investment in workplace excellence and the happiness, satisfaction, wellbeing and fulfilment of our team members. Learn more about Banner and why it might be the right fit for you. To connect with a recruiter, text ‘Banner Careers’ to 52345.
Team Member Spotlight: Dr. Geidy Serrano, Director, Neuropathology Lab for the Brain and Body Donation Program at Banner Sun Health Research Institute, Sun City, AZ. Find your future at Banner Health. Visit https://bannerhealth.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers?source=BannerAT2 Dr. Serrano directs the neuropathology laboratory for the Brain and Body Donation Program at Banner Sun Health Research Institute. She and her team study the health and diseases of older adult volunteers. They track how adults function in their lives over time and, after death, study their brain and organ tissue. Thousands of Arizonans have donated their brain and/or body tissue to the program, which aims to discover new treatments and lifestyle methods to improve the quality of life for older people. “I was born and raised in Puerto Rico and moved alone to the U.S. after I finished my Ph. D, to pursue my dreams of doing research in renowned research environments,” Dr. Serrano shared. “I was fortunate to join our program in 2010 and quickly found a second family in our laboratory.”
Banner Health is hiring New Graduate Nurses! Join us July 18th, from 3pm to 4:30pm MST for our Online Open House. Learn about our New Nurse Experience program and available opportunities throughout the Banner Health system. The event includes presentations and chat in an interactive virtual format. Register now at https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/EvdEOuJ?utm_medium=Social+Media&utm_source=Social+Media
Team Member Spotlight: Laura Hind, Director of Emergency Services at Banner Wyoming Medical Center in Casper, WY. Find your future at Banner Health. Visit https://bannerhealth.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers?source=BannerAT2
Team Member Spotlight: David Mash, RPSGT, CRT, BS, Polysomnographic Technologist at Banner North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, CO. My Banner journey began about 18 years ago. Throughout my time at Banner North Colorado Medical Center, I have held a handful of job titles: Respiratory Therapist, Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (Night Sleep Tech), CPAP Clinic Coordinator, and I am currently the day tech for the Banner Sleep Lab. I enjoy working at Banner because of the great work-life balance they provide. I also appreciate the additional wellness benefits such as access to the employee gym and HSA. I am fortunate to live close to NCMC, allowing me to walk, ride my bike, and even ski into work on really snowy days. Over the years, I've been fortunate to work with fun and caring colleagues who prioritize patient care and understand the importance of teamwork. I feel valued by both my team and management, as they seek my input in department decisions. My wife also works for Banner, and as long-time Greeley residents, we appreciate Banner's involvement in the community.
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Team Member Spotlight: Sarah Goheen, Mammographer at Banner Imaging Dobson Breast Center, Mesa, AZ. Find your future at Banner Health. Visit https://bannerhealth.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers?source=BannerAT2
Team Member Spotlight: Adam Tapelt, BSN, RN, Inpatient Operating Room, Banner Ironwood Medical Center, Queen Creek, AZ. Find your future at Banner Health. Visit https://bannerhealth.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers?source=BannerAT1
We hope everyone has a safe and healthy Memorial Day Weekend! Whatever your plans, please take a moment to reflect on the meaning of the holiday and honor those who have served.
