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22 Cayuga Street, Unit B
Homer NY, 13077
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
I graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science focused in Cell and Molecular Biology and minoring in Psychology. My future career goal is to become a pediatric healthcare professional with an interest in specializing in cardiology or neonatal medicine. I am seeking to continue my education through school and various opportunities to further my knowledge of future endeavors. In college, I engaged in my community through volunteer services at The Tampa Murray Child Development Center. I was honored to volunteer where I could impact the amount of quality education provided to children. I possess excellent communications skills and have an extreme passion for learning.
EDUCATION
B.S. in Science, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL (Graduation 12/7/18)
Areas of Interest: Cell and Molecular Biology, Psychology
USF GPA: 3.49
Overall GPA: 3.44
Relevant Coursework
Biology I and II + Labs
General Chemistry I and II + Labs
Organic Chemistry I and II + Labs
Cell Biology + Lab
General Physics I and II + Labs
General Biochemistry
Cell Metabolism
Cancer Biology
Molecular Biology of a Gene
Molecular Biology of the Cell
Critical Issues in Public Health
General Genetics + Lab
Introduction to Statistics
Foundations of Maternal and Child Health
Introduction to Sociology
Introduction to Anthropology
Medical Terminology
Introduction to Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Physiological Psychology
General Physiology
Psychology of Aging
General Microbiology + Lab
Glens Falls Senior High School, Glens Falls, NY (Graduation, Spring, 2015)
Overall GPA: 3.4
Participant in New Visions Careers and Health Exploration.
New Visions is a rigorous academic program for high school seniors providing the opportunity to become engaged within the field of medicine. Participants are challenged academically through Anatomy and Physiology and Medical Terminology. Technical skills were practiced in clinical rotations through various practices of medicine and volunteer work. Approximately 400 shadow hours were completed and roughly 30 volunteer hours were completed through medical triaging, Ronald McDonald House Charities, local soup kitchen, and elementary schools.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Cardiac and Vascular Surgical Associate IV (Anesthesia Technician) (January 2019- Current) approximately 45 hours per week
St. Peter’s Hospital, Albany, NY
? Assist licensed anesthesia providers in the preparation and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia.
? Arrive before the cases and prepare the room and equipment for various cardiac procedures such as Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting, Mitral, and Aortic Value Replacements, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements, and Laser lead excisions.
? Prepare vascular operating rooms for various procedures such as triple bypass surgery, revascularizations, skin grafts, amputations, and Endovascular aneurysm repairs.
? Assisting licensed anesthesia providers with the administration of drugs, application of IV’s, arterial lines, PA catheterization, and intubation. Also assist in the analysis and monitoring of intraoperative TEE, EEG’s, EKG’s, SpO? of the brain, cardiac output, vigileo statistics, and medication doses.
? Obtaining the capability to assist in Deep Hypothermic circulatory arrest procedures and set up the Belmont Rapid Infuser along with the spinal tap and drain equipment for necessary vascular operations.
Lifetime Kids Academy Team Member (August 2017- December 2017) approximately 16 hours a week
Lifetime Company, Tampa, FL
? Provided a positive environment for the children and parents.
? Ensured ultimate safety and security for children while in the Kid’s Academy
? Taught classes to different ages to create an educational environment allowing the children to grow, learn, and play.
? Comforted and handled children with respect, kindness, and honesty
Surgical Medical Assistant (Orthopedics and Cardiothoracic) (June 2017- June 2018) 16 hours per week
Glens Falls Hospital, Glens Falls, NY
? Greeted and provided a positive environment for the patients
? Maintained professionalism throughout assistance and remain educated on all service provided by the Orthopedic or Thoracic surgeon.
? Roomed patients, took their vital signs, and prepared them for possible X-rays or injections. Prepared equipment for injections and assisted the surgeon during the procedure.
? Soothed patient nerves and helped in the removal of chest tubes.
? Completed paperwork and updated patients charts
Desk Clerk (2016- 2018) 6 hours per week
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? Greeted all visitors with a smile and friendly attitude
? Maintained professionalism throughout assistance and remain educated on all service provided by Housing and Residential Education
? Utilized the staff resource in order to provide the best service to all visitors and serve as a role model to residents and other staff of USF
? Represented USF Housing and Residential Education respectfully
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE
University of South Florida, Global Medical and Dental Brigades (May 2017)
Estelí and Casa Blanca, Nicaragua
? Fundraised and gathered medical and dental supplies to bring to Nicaragua
? Held a medical clinic obtaining 3 general physicians, an OBGYN, a dentist and hygienist, and a pharmacist. Worked with people through a language barrier to provide clinical assistance by triage, charla (education for children), pharmacy, consultation, and dentistry.
? Helped over 900 people during the 3-day medical clinic
? Assisted in the building of sanitation systems and placing concrete floors in homes during public health days.
? Dug trenches to provide water supply to an underdeveloped town lacking a clean water system.
Summer Ace Program (Summer, 2015)
Total Service Hours- 4
City of Knowledge, Panama City, Panama
? Traveled to The City of Knowledge Panama and met with community leaders and elementary school students to engender cultural understanding and awareness. International children’s day was celebrated through the communication of languages and art.
VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Easter Seals: Murray Child Development Center (October 2016- present)
Total Volunteer Hours- 100+
Murray Child Development Center, Tampa, FL
? Volunteered to help provide quality education and care from infants to children of age 5.
? Participated in classroom activities and social hours
? Encouraged the kids to learn through centers, reading, crafts and writing
? Worked with kids of different disabilities and socioeconomic status to create an equal environment of quality education and security
Building Oyster Domes with Global Medical and Dental Brigade Club (October 2016)
Total Volunteer Hours- 4
Tampa, FL
? Helped preserve the oysters of Tampa Bay by making homes for them and lining them along the shore of the bay.
? Learned about why oysters were important to the water of the bay and how their survival impacts the water
USF’s Women’s Soccer Club (January 2015- December 2019)
Total Volunteer Hours- 40
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? The USF Women’s Soccer club volunteered together to help a youth group in downtown Tampa (Stampede of Service)
? Filed and organized paper documents for the youth group home so they could stay open. Helped neighborhood watch find abandon buildings to fix up so new businesses can open. (Stampede of Service)
? Assisted a Magnet recognized elementary school with fixing the classroom, helping build education stations for science and environment in their playground, and helped the children learn, read, and grow. (Stampede of Service)
? Volunteered at a Multi-Race Triathlon by helping set up the course, register and check-in racers, encourage and cheer on racers, set-up the celebratory ceremony, and assisted in cleaning up the race
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP
Research Assistant, Volunteer in Dr. Nunes’s Biochemistry Lab
(April 2018 – December 2018)
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? Worked under a graduate student learning laboratory techniques and applications
? Assisted in cleaning equipment, completing carotenoid procedures, and running samples through HPLC machines
? Participated in some laboratory meetings and discussions
? Learned knowledge about analyzing strawberry cultivars and studied the best processes consumer food may be stored and shipped through to maximize nutrients received by the consumers.
Research Assistant, Volunteer in Dr. Geoffrey Pott’s EEG Lab (Cognitive Science)
(August 2017- August 2018)
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? Worked with other RA’s and undergraduate students to conduct behavioral and cognitive studies utilizing the analysis of brain waves collected by an EEG.
? Conducted experiments by interacting with participants, handling the EEG nets and properly applying them to the participant.
? Provided a positive attitude to make the participant comfortable as possible.
? Ran study software and collect data. Monitoring brain waves throughout the collection process.
Vice President (May 2017- May 2018)
USF’s Women’s Soccer Club
? Worked with Sports Club directors to ensure funding for travel and equipment. Completes paperwork for travel ensuring the safety of all players.
? Helped the President communicate with opposing teams leaders to schedule games and tournaments.
? Planned team bonding to build team strength and provides a positive leadership figure for the members of the team.
Global Citizens Project (2015 – December 2018)
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? Attended Lectures on the United Nation’s Sustainable Development goals to obtain knowledge on how one goal may impact the function of the world, daily life, another goal, and the future.
? Attended events to analyze and become engrossed in different cultures to learn and enhance cultural appropriation.
SHADOWING EXPERIENCE
Pediatric Cardiology Associates (November 2016)
Total Service Hours- 23
St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, Tampa, FL
? Shadowed a team of invasive and noninvasive pediatric cardiologists.
? Developed knowledge of echocardiograms
? Enhanced knowledge about cardiac conditions and how they affect the function of the heart.
Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Thomas Varney (July 2017)
Total Service Hours- 8
Glens Falls Hospital, Glens Falls, NY
? Shadowed Dr. Varney though two knee scopes, an intramedullary tibia rod repair, and a rotator cuff repair
? Enhanced knowledge about orthopedic procedures and knowledge of the anatomy of the knee and shoulder.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
Member (Fall 2015 – Fall 2018)
USF Women’s Soccer Club, Tampa, FL
? Participated in practices every Monday and Wednesday, Game and Tournaments
? Participated in club bonding events and volunteer events
? Support other clubs and the community by attending other clubs games and cheering them on.
Member (July 2016 – May 2017)
USF Global Medical and Dental Brigades, Tampa, FL
? Attended biweekly meetings
? Prepare for Medical and Dental Brigade in Nicaragua (May)
? Fundraise and volunteer to fuel the brigade to success
AWARDS AND HONORS
? University of South Florida Global Citizen Award Recipient
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Writing:
• Developed and composed lab reports for Biology and Chemistry Courses
• Composed a personal essay series on childhood obesity for Composition II
(Fall 2015)
Technical Skills:
• Adequate proficiency with pipetting, loading Gel electrophoresis lanes, and calculating protein fragments (fall 2016)
• Learned western blot technique during fall 2016 and utilized it to generate an experiment.
• Advanced knowledge of sterile lab techniques
• Obtains a BLS certification
• Learned how to suture through New Visions (Spring 2015) and a Suture Clinic held by the University of South Florida (Fall 2016)
• High proficiency with dissections and equipment
• High proficiency in carotenoid procedure
• High proficiency in anesthesia preparation for cardiac and vascular procedures
• Novice knowledge pertaining to the analysis of intraoperative TEE examinations and Pa catheter data.
• Intermediate knowledge of the effects and applications of specific anesthesia drugs administered in the cardiac and vascular operating rooms.
Equipment
• Proficient with gel electrophoresis gels, pipettes, and other important laboratory instruments
• Intermediate proficiency with tourniquets and other phlebotomy equipment
• Novice ability to run sugar samples through HPLC machine
• High proficiency in construction of the Belmont Rapid Infuser for DHCA cardiac surgeries
Computer Skills:
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems
Languages :
• Intermediate proficiency in communicating, reading, and writing in Spanish
22 Cayuga Street, Unit B
Homer NY, 13077
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O------------
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
I graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor’s Degree in Science focused in Cell and Molecular Biology and minoring in Psychology. My future career goal is to become a pediatric healthcare professional with an interest in specializing in cardiology or neonatal medicine. I am seeking to continue my education through school and various opportunities to further my knowledge of future endeavors. In college, I engaged in my community through volunteer services at The Tampa Murray Child Development Center. I was honored to volunteer where I could impact the amount of quality education provided to children. I possess excellent communications skills and have an extreme passion for learning.
EDUCATION
B.S. in Science, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL (Graduation 12/7/18)
Areas of Interest: Cell and Molecular Biology, Psychology
USF GPA: 3.49
Overall GPA: 3.44
Relevant Coursework
Biology I and II + Labs
General Chemistry I and II + Labs
Organic Chemistry I and II + Labs
Cell Biology + Lab
General Physics I and II + Labs
General Biochemistry
Cell Metabolism
Cancer Biology
Molecular Biology of a Gene
Molecular Biology of the Cell
Critical Issues in Public Health
General Genetics + Lab
Introduction to Statistics
Foundations of Maternal and Child Health
Introduction to Sociology
Introduction to Anthropology
Medical Terminology
Introduction to Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Physiological Psychology
General Physiology
Psychology of Aging
General Microbiology + Lab
Glens Falls Senior High School, Glens Falls, NY (Graduation, Spring, 2015)
Overall GPA: 3.4
Participant in New Visions Careers and Health Exploration.
New Visions is a rigorous academic program for high school seniors providing the opportunity to become engaged within the field of medicine. Participants are challenged academically through Anatomy and Physiology and Medical Terminology. Technical skills were practiced in clinical rotations through various practices of medicine and volunteer work. Approximately 400 shadow hours were completed and roughly 30 volunteer hours were completed through medical triaging, Ronald McDonald House Charities, local soup kitchen, and elementary schools.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Cardiac and Vascular Surgical Associate IV (Anesthesia Technician) (January 2019- Current) approximately 45 hours per week
St. Peter’s Hospital, Albany, NY
? Assist licensed anesthesia providers in the preparation and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia.
? Arrive before the cases and prepare the room and equipment for various cardiac procedures such as Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting, Mitral, and Aortic Value Replacements, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements, and Laser lead excisions.
? Prepare vascular operating rooms for various procedures such as triple bypass surgery, revascularizations, skin grafts, amputations, and Endovascular aneurysm repairs.
? Assisting licensed anesthesia providers with the administration of drugs, application of IV’s, arterial lines, PA catheterization, and intubation. Also assist in the analysis and monitoring of intraoperative TEE, EEG’s, EKG’s, SpO? of the brain, cardiac output, vigileo statistics, and medication doses.
? Obtaining the capability to assist in Deep Hypothermic circulatory arrest procedures and set up the Belmont Rapid Infuser along with the spinal tap and drain equipment for necessary vascular operations.
Lifetime Kids Academy Team Member (August 2017- December 2017) approximately 16 hours a week
Lifetime Company, Tampa, FL
? Provided a positive environment for the children and parents.
? Ensured ultimate safety and security for children while in the Kid’s Academy
? Taught classes to different ages to create an educational environment allowing the children to grow, learn, and play.
? Comforted and handled children with respect, kindness, and honesty
Surgical Medical Assistant (Orthopedics and Cardiothoracic) (June 2017- June 2018) 16 hours per week
Glens Falls Hospital, Glens Falls, NY
? Greeted and provided a positive environment for the patients
? Maintained professionalism throughout assistance and remain educated on all service provided by the Orthopedic or Thoracic surgeon.
? Roomed patients, took their vital signs, and prepared them for possible X-rays or injections. Prepared equipment for injections and assisted the surgeon during the procedure.
? Soothed patient nerves and helped in the removal of chest tubes.
? Completed paperwork and updated patients charts
Desk Clerk (2016- 2018) 6 hours per week
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? Greeted all visitors with a smile and friendly attitude
? Maintained professionalism throughout assistance and remain educated on all service provided by Housing and Residential Education
? Utilized the staff resource in order to provide the best service to all visitors and serve as a role model to residents and other staff of USF
? Represented USF Housing and Residential Education respectfully
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE
University of South Florida, Global Medical and Dental Brigades (May 2017)
Estelí and Casa Blanca, Nicaragua
? Fundraised and gathered medical and dental supplies to bring to Nicaragua
? Held a medical clinic obtaining 3 general physicians, an OBGYN, a dentist and hygienist, and a pharmacist. Worked with people through a language barrier to provide clinical assistance by triage, charla (education for children), pharmacy, consultation, and dentistry.
? Helped over 900 people during the 3-day medical clinic
? Assisted in the building of sanitation systems and placing concrete floors in homes during public health days.
? Dug trenches to provide water supply to an underdeveloped town lacking a clean water system.
Summer Ace Program (Summer, 2015)
Total Service Hours- 4
City of Knowledge, Panama City, Panama
? Traveled to The City of Knowledge Panama and met with community leaders and elementary school students to engender cultural understanding and awareness. International children’s day was celebrated through the communication of languages and art.
VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Easter Seals: Murray Child Development Center (October 2016- present)
Total Volunteer Hours- 100+
Murray Child Development Center, Tampa, FL
? Volunteered to help provide quality education and care from infants to children of age 5.
? Participated in classroom activities and social hours
? Encouraged the kids to learn through centers, reading, crafts and writing
? Worked with kids of different disabilities and socioeconomic status to create an equal environment of quality education and security
Building Oyster Domes with Global Medical and Dental Brigade Club (October 2016)
Total Volunteer Hours- 4
Tampa, FL
? Helped preserve the oysters of Tampa Bay by making homes for them and lining them along the shore of the bay.
? Learned about why oysters were important to the water of the bay and how their survival impacts the water
USF’s Women’s Soccer Club (January 2015- December 2019)
Total Volunteer Hours- 40
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? The USF Women’s Soccer club volunteered together to help a youth group in downtown Tampa (Stampede of Service)
? Filed and organized paper documents for the youth group home so they could stay open. Helped neighborhood watch find abandon buildings to fix up so new businesses can open. (Stampede of Service)
? Assisted a Magnet recognized elementary school with fixing the classroom, helping build education stations for science and environment in their playground, and helped the children learn, read, and grow. (Stampede of Service)
? Volunteered at a Multi-Race Triathlon by helping set up the course, register and check-in racers, encourage and cheer on racers, set-up the celebratory ceremony, and assisted in cleaning up the race
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP
Research Assistant, Volunteer in Dr. Nunes’s Biochemistry Lab
(April 2018 – December 2018)
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? Worked under a graduate student learning laboratory techniques and applications
? Assisted in cleaning equipment, completing carotenoid procedures, and running samples through HPLC machines
? Participated in some laboratory meetings and discussions
? Learned knowledge about analyzing strawberry cultivars and studied the best processes consumer food may be stored and shipped through to maximize nutrients received by the consumers.
Research Assistant, Volunteer in Dr. Geoffrey Pott’s EEG Lab (Cognitive Science)
(August 2017- August 2018)
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? Worked with other RA’s and undergraduate students to conduct behavioral and cognitive studies utilizing the analysis of brain waves collected by an EEG.
? Conducted experiments by interacting with participants, handling the EEG nets and properly applying them to the participant.
? Provided a positive attitude to make the participant comfortable as possible.
? Ran study software and collect data. Monitoring brain waves throughout the collection process.
Vice President (May 2017- May 2018)
USF’s Women’s Soccer Club
? Worked with Sports Club directors to ensure funding for travel and equipment. Completes paperwork for travel ensuring the safety of all players.
? Helped the President communicate with opposing teams leaders to schedule games and tournaments.
? Planned team bonding to build team strength and provides a positive leadership figure for the members of the team.
Global Citizens Project (2015 – December 2018)
The University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
? Attended Lectures on the United Nation’s Sustainable Development goals to obtain knowledge on how one goal may impact the function of the world, daily life, another goal, and the future.
? Attended events to analyze and become engrossed in different cultures to learn and enhance cultural appropriation.
SHADOWING EXPERIENCE
Pediatric Cardiology Associates (November 2016)
Total Service Hours- 23
St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, Tampa, FL
? Shadowed a team of invasive and noninvasive pediatric cardiologists.
? Developed knowledge of echocardiograms
? Enhanced knowledge about cardiac conditions and how they affect the function of the heart.
Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Thomas Varney (July 2017)
Total Service Hours- 8
Glens Falls Hospital, Glens Falls, NY
? Shadowed Dr. Varney though two knee scopes, an intramedullary tibia rod repair, and a rotator cuff repair
? Enhanced knowledge about orthopedic procedures and knowledge of the anatomy of the knee and shoulder.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
Member (Fall 2015 – Fall 2018)
USF Women’s Soccer Club, Tampa, FL
? Participated in practices every Monday and Wednesday, Game and Tournaments
? Participated in club bonding events and volunteer events
? Support other clubs and the community by attending other clubs games and cheering them on.
Member (July 2016 – May 2017)
USF Global Medical and Dental Brigades, Tampa, FL
? Attended biweekly meetings
? Prepare for Medical and Dental Brigade in Nicaragua (May)
? Fundraise and volunteer to fuel the brigade to success
AWARDS AND HONORS
? University of South Florida Global Citizen Award Recipient
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
Writing:
• Developed and composed lab reports for Biology and Chemistry Courses
• Composed a personal essay series on childhood obesity for Composition II
(Fall 2015)
Technical Skills:
• Adequate proficiency with pipetting, loading Gel electrophoresis lanes, and calculating protein fragments (fall 2016)
• Learned western blot technique during fall 2016 and utilized it to generate an experiment.
• Advanced knowledge of sterile lab techniques
• Obtains a BLS certification
• Learned how to suture through New Visions (Spring 2015) and a Suture Clinic held by the University of South Florida (Fall 2016)
• High proficiency with dissections and equipment
• High proficiency in carotenoid procedure
• High proficiency in anesthesia preparation for cardiac and vascular procedures
• Novice knowledge pertaining to the analysis of intraoperative TEE examinations and Pa catheter data.
• Intermediate knowledge of the effects and applications of specific anesthesia drugs administered in the cardiac and vascular operating rooms.
Equipment
• Proficient with gel electrophoresis gels, pipettes, and other important laboratory instruments
• Intermediate proficiency with tourniquets and other phlebotomy equipment
• Novice ability to run sugar samples through HPLC machine
• High proficiency in construction of the Belmont Rapid Infuser for DHCA cardiac surgeries
Computer Skills:
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems
Languages :
• Intermediate proficiency in communicating, reading, and writing in Spanish