Alexander Caraballo
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Strong work ethic and over six years of experience in the sciences. Have demonstrated the ability to work under fast paced conditions in both the teaching and medical fields. This includes adjusting to an online teaching environment during pandemic, and catering lesson plans to those new methods. Have displayed leadership skills by organizing and conducting academic research in a laboratory setting and performing director duties in academic settings. Laboratory knowledge extends from DNA analysis to plant endophyte research. Highly skilled in-patient interaction and data collection.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Aide for the Elderly
MedTemp Organization
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Visited elderly patients at their homes and assisted with various tasks, which included medication organization & assistance, household activities, ambulation activities, appointment scheduling, and interpretation services.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
- Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
Laboratory Tech. Assistant
University of Rochester School of Medicine
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted with preparation of tissue lab specimens used for diagnosis and treatment of patients awaiting surgery
- Categorized and organized block specimens for delivery
- Organized specimen libraries for future access by medical personnel
- Assisted with organization of written reports and other paperwork within the department
- Participated in biological specimen runs for the surgical unit.
Science Teacher
Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted teacher's during the Covid-19 pandemic with remote assignments
- This included setting up technology for virtual students, assisting with lesson planning to ensure students were learning material for multiple subjects, creating lesson plans for online learning in STEM class, and modifying teaching methods for students with varying learning styles.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
Facilitator
RIT 365
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared dozens of lesson plans and discourse topics for weekly classes
- Assisted freshmen with learning about academic resources
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
- Planned and facilitated workshops by curricula, employing varied methods to maximize attendance.
- Facilitated campus activities between students and faculty on campus
- Graded assessments for students after each academic cycle.
- Used diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps and instruct students.
Director for Summer of Opportunity Program (SOOP)
St. Mark's & St. Johns Episcopalian Church
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked with inner-city high school students to prepare them academically and professionally
- Duties included creating and teaching lectures covering various science topics, scheduling and organizing guest speakers and events for students, organizing and supervising neighborhood activities such as maintenance of community gardens, educating students on various social factors such as health, financial, and food disparity, and preparing students for research presentations at the end of the program.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
Tutor for Upward Bound Classic Summer Program
Rochester Institute of Technology
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Tutored inner-city youth students in grades 7-12 for the summer. Subjects included Mathematics and Spanish
- Prepared students for end of program summer research projects
- This included assistance with science & research questions, presentation creation, writing proposals and outlines for research projects, and mock presentation requirement.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Masters' Candidate Researcher
Drexel University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences & Professional Studies
07.2017 - 05.2018
- deConducted master level research for capstone project of Forensic Science program
- Research was initiated under mentor supervision and consisted of evaluation of acer rubrum (red maple leaf) as a viable substrate source for DNA extraction
- Research was aimed to potentially find DNA at secondary crime scenes where foliage was found on body
- Spotted DNA on acer rubrum samples from varying cell line samples
- Extraction of DNA using Phenol-chloroform and Chelex extraction methods
- Real-Time PCR analysis of DNA extracted from over 50 acer rubrum samples.
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
- Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
- Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries.
Medical Scribe for Emergency and Primary Care Physician Settings
Scribe America Corporation
09.2011 - 08.2016
- Recorded all patient information while accompanying a physician during their shift
- Various forms of medical treatment and techniques were witnessed as patients presented to the emergency department
- Medical Interpreting in Spanish for providers
- Well versed in Epic Hyperspace medical documentation software for patient documentation
- Interacting with patients and working with fellow hospital staff during treatment of patients
- Trained fellow scribe workers in PCP environment.
- Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
- Charted patient encounters by recording information such as diagnosis, treatments, and prescriptions.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
Research Assistant for College of Science
Rochester Institute of Technology
07.2014 - 12.2015
- Evaluation of Bacillus safensis and Pseudomonas oryzihabitans populations and functions of secondary metabolites in Capsicum annuum (Bird's Eye Chili) and Capsicum chinense (Yellow Lantern Chili)
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- PCR reaction studies of plant samples
- Initiated research involving endophyte classification in Costus Igneus sample from Puerto Rico.
Intern at Oncology Department
Santa Barbara Hospital
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Analyzed and documented medical techniques and practices with fellow medical students in Bolivia, South America
- Rudimentary completion of basic medical procedures such as suture repairs, clinical interviews, and biopsies
- Presentations to clinical staff regarding various topics such as oncological progression of illness and detection methods.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
Education
Biomedical Science Certificate Program - Biomedical Sciences
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA06.2023
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Drexel University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences & Professional Studies
Philadelphia, PA05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY06.2014
High School Diploma -
Mcquaid Jesuit Highschool
Rochester, NY06.2010
Skills
- Proficient at writing
- Knowledge of video editing
- Well versed in medical terminology
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Crisis Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Leadership Development
- Content Development
- Training and Development
- Team Management
- Data Management
Languages
Fluent in Spanish language
Professional References
- Kareem J. Hayes, Assistant Director, Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement, kjhyop@rit.edu, 585-475-6053
- Vanessa Torres, Supervisor of Clinical Operation Support in Surgical Pathology Unit, Vanessa_Torres@urmc.rochester.edu, 585-354-7158
- Dr. Andre Hudson, Dean of Thomas Gosnell College of Science at RIT, aohsbi@rit.edu, 585-475-4259
Hobbies And Interests
- Writing
- Research
- Entrepreneurship
- Filmmaking
- Science
- Volunteer work
Technical Experience Skills
- Familiar with the laboratory and chemical techniques such as electrophoresis, PCR and DNA extraction assays
- Educated in plant and microbiology techniques such as endophyte analysis, plate streaking, quorum sensing assays and thin layer chromatography
- Familiarity with Epic Hyperspace software used for patient charting in emergency departments
- Familiarity with software such as Microsoft office, care connect and HTML
- Familiar with editing software such as Adobe Suite
Timeline
Laboratory Tech. Assistant
University of Rochester School of Medicine
05.2022 - 08.2022
Facilitator
RIT 365
08.2021 - 01.2022
Director for Summer of Opportunity Program (SOOP)
St. Mark's & St. Johns Episcopalian Church
07.2021 - 09.2021
Science Teacher
Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women
09.2020 - 03.2022
Medical Aide for the Elderly
MedTemp Organization
07.2018 - 08.2022
Tutor for Upward Bound Classic Summer Program
Rochester Institute of Technology
06.2018 - 08.2019
Masters' Candidate Researcher
Drexel University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences & Professional Studies
07.2017 - 05.2018
Research Assistant for College of Science
Rochester Institute of Technology
07.2014 - 12.2015
Intern at Oncology Department
Santa Barbara Hospital
06.2012 - 08.2012
Medical Scribe for Emergency and Primary Care Physician Settings
Scribe America Corporation
09.2011 - 08.2016
Biomedical Science Certificate Program - Biomedical Sciences
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Drexel University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences & Professional Studies
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Rochester Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Mcquaid Jesuit Highschool