Alex Gomes
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented graduate student, pursuing a Doctorate of Optometry at the Southern California College of Optometry. A well organized individual, with a multidisciplinary background in healthcare, patient care, and health education. Compassionate and adaptable professional with experience ranging from fast-paced emergency medical settings to clinical patient assessment as well as academic leadership. Skilled at translating complex scientific concepts into meaningful patient education and communication with evidence based care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Librarian
Marshall B Ketchum University
11.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained library collections to support all academic programs and research initiatives.
- Collaborated with faculty to curate specialized study resources for students
- Assisted fellow classmates in locating resources and navigating library systems.
Undergraduate Student Intern
Indiana University
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Facilitated group study sessions and individual tutoring, focusing on complex biochemistry topics like enzyme kinetics, metabolic pathways, and protein structure.
- Assisted in the preparation of lecture notes, study guides, and instructional materials for students.
- Contributed to the creation of problem sets, review questions, and practice exams for upcoming exams.
Medical Assistant Internship
DaVita Kidney Care
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, height and weight measurements accurately and reported abnormalities to supervisor
- Demonstrated proficiency in dialysis machines, including needle assistance and verifying dialyzer before patient use
- Investigated and handled complaints about patient care, ensuring that the quality of patient care is consistent
Patient Care Technician
Ernest Health
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted patients through recovery to gradually produce productive home recovery
- Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace for patients and ensuring they received proper treatments and procedures
First Aid Provider
IC-EMS
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Assessed nature and extent of illness and injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
- Provided first aid measures such as splinting fractures or applying bandages when necessary
Education
Doctor of Optometry -
Southern California College of Optometry At MBKU
Fullerton05-2029
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science ; Psychology Minor
Indiana University
Bloomington, Indiana, USA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Zionsville Community High School
Zionsville, IN05-2021
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Time Management skills
- Proficient in Spanish
- NARCAN / Drug Prevention Awareness
- Wound Care / Stop the Bleed
Certification
- First Aid & CPR Certified
- Phlebotomy Certified
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Dean's List Spring 2023
- HEIP Study Abroad Scholarship
Timeline
Librarian
Marshall B Ketchum University
11.2025 - Current
Undergraduate Student Intern
Indiana University
01.2025 - 05.2025
Medical Assistant Internship
DaVita Kidney Care
06.2024 - 08.2024
Patient Care Technician
Ernest Health
11.2023 - 02.2024
First Aid Provider
IC-EMS
10.2022 - 12.2023
Doctor of Optometry -
Southern California College of Optometry At MBKU
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science ; Psychology Minor
Indiana University
High School Diploma -
Zionsville Community High School