Miguel Bautista Associate CONTACT Miguel Bautista Miguel (Mig) Bautista is fueled by a desire to contribute to mission-driven healthcare organizations at a broader, systems level, building on his foundation in clinical care and public health. His experience has shaped a strong interest in connecting strategic leadership with real-world impact, particularly in advancing healthcare access, quality, and equity. Mig began his career in hands-on, patient-centered clinical settings, with early experience as a phlebotomist and later as a Microbiology Clinical Laboratory Scientist at Carteret Health Care. In these roles, he developed a strong foundation in diagnostic testing, laboratory operations, and direct support of clinical care, gaining an appreciation for the day-to-day realities of healthcare delivery. Building on this frontline experience, Mig has expanded his focus to broader, systems-level public health work. During his research practicum with the Infection Prevention Department at UNC Hospitals, he contributed to initiatives including sepsis protocol assessment, blood culture contamination reduction, and internal policy evaluation, helping translate data into actionable recommendations aligned with CDC guidance. Across his work, Mig brings a perspective that bridges individual patient care and population-level health, with experience applying epidemiologic methods and data analysis to improve quality, access, and outcomes within complex healthcare systems. Location Jacksonville, NCUSA Miguel (Mig) Bautista is fueled by a desire to contribute to mission-driven healthcare organizations at a broader, systems level, building on his foundation in clinical care and public health. His experience has shaped a strong interest in connecting strategic leadership with real-world impact, particularly in advancing healthcare access, quality, and equity. Mig began his career in hands-on, patient-centered clinical settings, with early experience as a phlebotomist and later as a Microbiology Clinical Laboratory Scientist at Carteret Health Care. In these roles, he developed a strong foundation in diagnostic testing, laboratory operations, and direct support of clinical care, gaining an appreciation for the day-to-day realities of healthcare delivery. Building on this frontline experience, Mig has expanded his focus to broader, systems-level public health work. During his research practicum with the Infection Prevention Department at UNC Hospitals, he contributed to initiatives including sepsis protocol assessment, blood culture contamination reduction, and internal policy evaluation, helping translate data into actionable recommendations aligned with CDC guidance. Across his work, Mig brings a perspective that bridges individual patient care and population-level health, with experience applying epidemiologic methods and data analysis to improve quality, access, and outcomes within complex healthcare systems.
