Alex Wandler
Student
Mandeville,LA
Summary
Dedicated student committed to learning, with intentions of applying to Medical School for the 2022 application cycle.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress/Hostess
Mike Anderson’s Seafood Restaurant
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided wait service and worked efficiently as a team with co-workers to ensure a pleasurable experience for all guests.
- Exercised multi-tasking skills by catering to multiple needs at once while maintaining order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication between the front and back of the house.
Legacy/Medical Staff Member
Camp Sweeney
Whitesboro, TX
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Coordinated with fourth year medical students and residents in calculating meal time dosing for all 250+ campers.
- Participated in 'night-rounds', individually testing each campers' blood glucose levels and provide appropriate correction throughout the night.
- Cared for and entertained sick or injured campers and couselors who visited the on-site hospital.
Medical Scribe
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center Emergency Room
Baton Rouge, LA
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Accompanied providers during patient exams, cataloging and transcribing patient information to generate a conclusive history of present illness (HPI) using the system EPIC.
- Assisted physicians and facilitated referrals to medical specialists.
- Advocated for patient comfort, ensuring that each patient was content, providing water, blankets, and any other necessities in order to improve their experience in the emergency department.
Dance Marathon Participant
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Raised $250+ for the Children's Miracle Network by pledging to dance for 26.2 hours at the annual Dance Marathon held at LSU.
Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Sweeney
Whitesboro, TX
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Provided around-the-clock care to 600+ children with diabetes, between the ages of 4 and 18, supervising blood glucose tests, drawing and administering insulin injections, and treating diabetic reactions appropriately.
- Supervised campers in camp activities such as swimming, soccer, and paint ball, while ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for each child to thrive each day.
Mexico Mission Trip: Baptist Collegiate Ministry
Louisiana State University Orchestra
Piedras Negras, Mexico
03.2018 - 03.2018
- Assisted in setting up pop-up clinics at local churches, recorded blood pressure and blood glucose levels of patients under physician supervision, and provided educational PowerPoint presentations about healthy diet and lifestyle choices.
- Assisted caregivers in bathing and morning routine at an Orphanage for children with special needs.
Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Maintained a science GPA of 3.0, earned 12+ hours of community service each semester, and attend bi-monthly meetings with guest speakers.
- Regularly completed local community service through the Susan G. Komen Center, helping assemble educational materials.
- Selected to attend National Convention to network with other AED chapters and participate in multiple sessions on leadership including a talk led by Ben Carson and founders of AMCAS.
Student Christian Medical Association
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Participated in bi-monthly meetings where guest speakers discussed their journey in medicine.
- Volunteered within the local community with various organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, St. Vincent de Paul, and "Girls on the Run".
Research Assistant, Department of Psychology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Conduct research experiments in The Cognitive Neuroscience of Affected and Psychopathologies Laboratory (CNAPS).
- Cared for participants during research experiments, observing and recording patient reactions, and provide accurate documentation of the results for research coordinators.
Miracle League Volunteer
Miracle League
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Provided necessary assistance and encouragement to children with special needs while playing baseball, each week.
Emergency Room Volunteer
Slidell Memorial Hospital
Slidell, LA
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Maintained cleanliness of patients rooms, sanitizing beds and surface, and restocking medical supplies and equipment.
- Assisted in transporting patients around the hospital and provided a listening ear when necessary.
- 80 hours
Assistant Accountant
Black Shadow LLC
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Delivered clerical support by implementing organization and order within the office by maintaining an updated and effective filing system through the utilization of Dropbox and scanning technology.
Pre-Dental Society Member
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Attended meetings throughout the semester where dental professionals would discuss their work and their journey into dentistry.
- Volunteered 10+ hours with various organizations associated with the Pre-Dental Society and local community throughout the semester.
- Required to obtain 12+ shadowing hours from several dentists and dental assistants within the Baton Rouge area.
Gymnastics Coach
Northshore Center for Artistic Gymnastics
Mandeville, LA
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies, which bolstered individual and team performance, while promoting safe practices and recovery.
Gymnastics Coach
LSU Bengal Gymnastics
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies, which bolstered individual and team performance, while promoting safe practices and recovery.
Education
Master’s Degree - Physiology
08.2020 - Current
- Completed Fall 2020 semester with a 4.0 GPA.
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Dean's List: Fall 2019
- Completed 13 hours of Upper Level Science courses earning a 4.0 GPA for the semester.
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
08.2015 - 12.2018
- Majored in Biological Sciences
- Minored in Psychology
- Dean's List: Fall 2015, Spring 2016, Fall 2016, Fall 2017
- Graduated with 3.58 GPA
- Member of Alpha Epsilon Delta: Preprofessional Honor Society and Student Christian Medical Association
Skills
Adept multi-tasker
Safety awareness
Meticulous attention to detail
Child and adolescent mentoring
First Aid and CPR
Timeline
Tulane School of Medicine - Master’s Degree, Physiology
08.2020 - Current
Delgado Community College - ,
08.2019 - 12.2019
Legacy/Medical Staff Member - Camp Sweeney
07.2019 - 08.2019
Waitress/Hostess - Mike Anderson’s Seafood Restaurant
02.2019 - 04.2020
Medical Scribe - Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center Emergency Room
11.2018 - 05.2019
Summer Camp Counselor - Camp Sweeney
05.2018 - 08.2018
Dance Marathon Participant - Louisiana State University
04.2018 - 04.2019
Mexico Mission Trip: Baptist Collegiate Ministry - Louisiana State University Orchestra
03.2018 - 03.2018
Miracle League Volunteer - Miracle League
08.2017 - 12.2018
Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society - Louisiana State University
08.2017 - 12.2018
Research Assistant, Department of Psychology - Louisiana State University
08.2017 - 05.2018
Emergency Room Volunteer - Slidell Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 07.2017
Student Christian Medical Association - Louisiana State University
01.2017 - 12.2018
Assistant Accountant - Black Shadow LLC
01.2017 - 07.2017
Pre-Dental Society Member - Louisiana State University
08.2016 - 05.2017
Gymnastics Coach - LSU Bengal Gymnastics
08.2015 - 12.2015
Louisiana State University And A&M College - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
08.2015 - 12.2018
Gymnastics Coach - Northshore Center for Artistic Gymnastics
06.2015 - 07.2016