ALISSA WARD
Birmingham
Summary
Dedicated Medical Student with strong skills in diagnostic procedures, clinical communication, and patient education. Contributed to effective team collaborations and enhanced healthcare delivery through proactive problem-solving. Focused on improving patient health outcomes while upholding ethical standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Student
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Detroit
06.2024 - Current
- Participated in clinical skills and patient communication training, improving patient interaction and care techniques.
- Completed foundational medical sciences curriculum, building a robust understanding of medical principles.
- Developed analytical and problem-solving skills through case-based learning, applying knowledge to real-world scenarios.
Ophthalmic Technician and Scribe
SightMD
New York
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Transcribed detailed physical examination assessments and plans to ensure accurate patient records.
- Performed diagnostic testing and sent surgical specimens to pathology for analysis.
- Completed prior authorizations and managed prescription dispatch and surgery scheduling to streamline patient care.
- Recognized as ‘Employee of the Month’ in October 2023.
Multispecialty Medical Scribe
ScribeAmerica
New York
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Transcribed dictated physical examinations into electronic medical records, improving accuracy for various specialties.
- Documented laboratory test results and HPI information into patient charts to support comprehensive patient care.
- Ensured accuracy of patient medical visit charts through thorough validation and necessary amendments.
Intern
Mount Sinai Genetics and Genomics
New York
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted detailed computational analysis of COVID-19 and influenza samples in laboratory settings.
- Analyzed data using R coding language to create graphical representations for clearer insights.
- Reviewed recent publications to identify key factors for validating research studies.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Detroit05-2029
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Sociology
New York University, College of Arts And Science
New York, NY05-2023
Skills
- Clinical skills
- Medical history taking
- Electronic medical records
- Medical terminologies
- Research methodology
- Data analysis
- HIPAA compliance
- Complex Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Professionalism
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Medical Student
Wayne State University School of Medicine
06.2024 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician and Scribe
SightMD
04.2023 - 06.2024
Multispecialty Medical Scribe
ScribeAmerica
09.2022 - 05.2023
Intern
Mount Sinai Genetics and Genomics
06.2022 - 09.2022
M.D. - Medicine
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Biology And Sociology
New York University, College of Arts And Science
Extracurricular Activities
Patient Care Unit Volunteer, New York Presbyterian Hospital, 11/01/21- 05/01/23
- Assisted in finding solutions to patient concerns, emotional and physical.
- Aided the nursing staff in fulfilling their roles and duties.
- Enhanced patient experiences through providing accommodations to patients and their families.
Research Internship, SocioEconomic Evaluation of Dietary Decisions (SEED), 08/01/21 - 05/01/22
- Organized database research based on the donation of large food companies.
- Engaged in critical conversations about the food behaviors of minority adolescents.
- Provided insight about the social media behaviors of adolescents and young adults.