Akela Pici
Boston,MA
Summary
Enthusiastic Medical and Molecular Biology Student with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Knowledgeable Student talented at learning quickly and adding value to any team. Strong history of successful projects using research, laboratory skills and teamwork to complete tasks. Solid academic achievement paired with demonstrated commitment and integrity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Assistant- Geriatrics/ Medical- Surgical
South Shore Hospital
Weymouth, MA
01.2024 - Current
- Observes, obtains and reports patient data/status to assigned RN
- Responds to peeks in acuity and emergent situations as directed by nursing staff
- Demonstrates awareness of each patient’s fall risk and the appropriate use of safety devices and identified safety interventions
- Conducts patient safety rounds utilizing principles of SBAR, follows chain of command to communicate any identified patient or staff safety risks
- Demonstrates proper body mechanics for all functions and use of patient lifts as needed
- Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources.
Front Desk Assistant
MCPHS University
Boston, MA
09.2022 - Current
- Check in students daily for their appointments with academic coaches or faculty mentors
- Answer phone calls and assist with the resources the office offers such as class registration, tutors, or credit transfer
- Assist with tutoring and Supplemental Instruction inquiries as well as Peer Tutoring, the ELRC, Math and Physics Center appointments.
Student Ambassador Intern
Boston University Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
Boston, MA
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked on research on AD and related cognitive impairment
- Worked on improving overall student communication skills when interacting with individuals with cognitive impairment and potential research participants
- Gained excellent exposure to neurology, geriatrics, neuropsychiatry, and neuropsychology
- Participated in seminars, clinic visits, and other learning opportunities supported by the BU Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.
Orientation Leader
MCPHS University
Boston, MA
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Organized weekly small group meetings, “Family & Guest” online orientation, and send out emails
- Lead students on “Welcome Week” and assisted on tickets, organization and personally taking them to the events
- Helped with providing a welcoming onboarding and transition experience for new students who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences within the US and from around the world.
Lab assistant
Laboratory “Hipokrati”
Tirana, Albania
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Maintained and updated appropriate documentation and databases
- Participated in training on fundamental lab support policies, programs, and practices
- Participated in basic laboratory tasks, like labeled samples, cleaned the lab rooms, and sterilized equipment.
Lifeguard
The Association of US Embassy
Tirana, Albania
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Supervised and maintained safety of children and all the patrons of the pool
- Conducted swift water rescues and controlled unruly behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Medical and Molecular Biology -
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
12.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant License -
Quincy College
08.2023
Skills
- Clinical Support
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Procedure Preparations
- Medical Terminology
- ELISA
- Inoculation
- Liquid-liquid Extraction
- Esterification
- Aseptic techniques
- Serial dilution
- PCR
- SDS-plate gel electrophoresis
- RNA isolation
- preparation of bacterial smears
- CRISPR
Certification
- American Heart Association- Basic Life Support, 07/2023
- QPR Gatekeeper, 03/2023
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate, 05/2019
Volunteer Experience
- Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston, MA, Volunteer, 06/2023 to Present, Assist with way-finding throughout the hospital and deliveries to patient and families from outside vendors., Complete online and phone order purchase deliveries to patient rooms from the Gift Shop., Respond to phone calls via Spectra link phone for inquiries and assist the Center for Families as needed.
- Red Cross Albania, Tirana, Albania, Volunteer, 01/2019- 12/2020, Assisted and helped in charity events, blood donating centers and CPR/AED trainings., Planned and coordinated different events and fundraisers for hospitals and medical clinics.
- International Exchange, Berlin, Germany, Ambassador, 11/2019, Attended event of IJAB on VISION: Inclusion to enable young people with and without handicap to participate equally in international projects and exchanges., Created and presented a session on “Tackling Bullying” to address the issue of bullying.
Accomplishments
Dean’s List, Alpha Alpha Alpha Honor Society (Zeta Chi)
Timeline
Clinical Assistant- Geriatrics/ Medical- Surgical
South Shore Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Front Desk Assistant
MCPHS University
09.2022 - Current
Student Ambassador Intern
Boston University Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
10.2021 - 05.2022
Orientation Leader
MCPHS University
06.2021 - 02.2022
Lab assistant
Laboratory “Hipokrati”
09.2020 - 12.2020
Lifeguard
The Association of US Embassy
06.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science in Medical and Molecular Biology -
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Certified Nursing Assistant License -
Quincy College