Alyssa McDowell
Nashville,TN
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
Ingles Markets
Laurens, SC
08.2019 - Current
- Prepared and screened prescription orders for accuracy and completeness.
- Stocked and priced medications in inventory, ensuring compliance with company procedures, policies, and regulations.
- Collected co-payments, verified insurance coverage, and responded to patient billing and financial inquiries.
- Scheduled and confirmed vaccination appointments.
- Collaborated effectively with medical providers and insurance companies.
Camp Counselor
Camp Sugar Falls
Antioch, TN
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Volunteered under the supervision of medical team members to observe and manage pediatric diabetes in adolescents.
- Gained an understanding of daily diabetes management, including counting carbs, dosing insulin, and monitoring blood sugar.
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through an enthusiastic leadership style.
- Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
Ladies Club Mentor
Sanders Middle School
Laurens, SC
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Built positive and supportive relationships with students by earning their trust, showing respect, and being understanding.
- Offered emotional support, encouragement, and guidance to help them overcome challenges and make good decisions.
- Taught important life skills including problem-solving, decision-making, conflict resolution, and effective communication.
- Boosted the students' self-esteem and confidence by acknowledging their strengths and encouraging them to overcome challenges.
- Advocated for the needs and interests of each student within the school and community.
Gastroenterology Physician Shadow
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Nashville, TN
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Observed outpatient procedures performed by a gastroenterologist, including endoscopies and colonoscopies.
- Gained insight into procedural protocols and patient interaction in a clinical setting.
- Familiarized myself with the basic medical terminology used by physicians during consultations and examinations.
- Learned the importance of maintaining accurate records of patient visits, treatments, and medications prescribed.
Research Intern
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Performed a comparative analysis of anti-CD68 antibodies for myeloid cell detection utilizing fluorescent microscopy.
- Gained practical experience with fluorescence microscopy methods, which has improved my understanding of cellular imaging and biomarker analysis in the field of biomedical research.
- Reviewed scientific journals for articles related to gastroenterology.
Research Intern
Claflin University
Orangeburg, SC
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted research on the isothermal titration calorimetric study of host and guest interactions to reduce free radicals in the body.
- Investigated potential methods to slow down the aging process.
- Presented findings at the university's annual research symposium
Academic Support
Sanders Middle School
Laurens, SC
11.2019
- Fostered opportunities for academic enrichment by developing and implementing individualized learning plans for students in need of academic support.
- Analyzed data from assessments to inform instruction and plan interventions for students who require additional academic support.
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Science
Vanderbilt University
true12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of South Carolina, Arnold School of Public Health
Columbia, SC05.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Claflin University
Orangeburg, SCSome College (No Degree) - Master of Health Administration
University of North Carolina
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Clinical Research
- Regulatory Compliance
- Pharmacy operations
- HIPAA
- FDA Drug Safety Guidelines
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Group leadership
- Needs Assessment
- Public Health Awareness
- Healthcare knowledge
- Diabetes Management Instruction
- CPR and First Aid
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
- Pharmacy Technician License
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- COVID-19 Contact Tracing Certification
- Overdose Prevention Certification
- CITI Training Certifications: Working with the IACUC, VA ORD Biosecurity Training, VA Human Subjects Protection, RCR for Bio/Physical Sciences
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Camp Sugar Falls
06.2024 - 06.2024
Gastroenterology Physician Shadow
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
Ladies Club Mentor
Sanders Middle School
12.2023 - 05.2024
Research Intern
Vanderbilt University
08.2023 - 05.2024
Academic Support
Sanders Middle School
11.2019
Pharmacy Technician
Ingles Markets
08.2019 - Current
Research Intern
Claflin University
06.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Biomedical Science
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of South Carolina, Arnold School of Public Health
Some College (No Degree) - Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Claflin University
Some College (No Degree) - Master of Health Administration
University of North Carolina