Amy Mordis
East Saint Louis,IL
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in cancer research and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advocate
National Low Income Housing Coalition, NLIHC
09.2023 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
- Advocated for policy changes by participating in legislative hearings, using legal expertise to influence public policy.
- Managed sensitive cases with discretion, protecting client confidentiality and trust.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Medical Student Fellow
American College of Physicians, ACP
07.2023 - Current
- Improved understanding of complex medical concepts through active participation in lectures, seminars, and workshops.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest medical practices and advancements.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various clinical tasks such as venipuncture, suturing, and IV insertion.
- Learned about conditions and presentations often present in internal medicine patients.
- Exercised confidentiality and abided by HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
- Participated in grand rounds, presenting complex cases to colleagues and engaging in constructive discussions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Contributed to research activities by providing specialist input based on professional expertise, practice, experience, and qualifications.
Advocate
ACS CARES
07.2023 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
- Supported administration and research processes for civil litigation cases.
- Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.
- Investigated facts and law of cases, using pertinent sources to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
Advocate
American Red Cross
04.2022 - Current
- Advocated for policy changes by participating in legislative hearings, using legal expertise to influence public policy.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case strategy and contributed to significant legal victories.
- Coordinated with international partners on cross-border legal issues, enhancing firm's global reach and capabilities.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Volunteer
The American Cancer Society
09.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with different service providers to meet clients' individual needs.
- Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
- Assisted clients with obtaining housing, employment and support resources.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare/Allied Health
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN03-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare/Allied Health
Rasmussen University
Ocala, FL03-2023
No Degree - Cancer Biology
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD06-2022
No Degree - Cancer Medistasis
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD04-2021
Skills
- Analytical reasoning
- Research proficiency
- Policy development
- Creative and critical thinking
- Community advocacy
- Judgement and decision making
- Civil law
- Non-profit operations
- Medical Terminology fluency
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- CPR/AED
- Bloodborne Pathogens
Timeline
Advocate
National Low Income Housing Coalition, NLIHC
09.2023 - Current
Medical Student Fellow
American College of Physicians, ACP
07.2023 - Current
Advocate
ACS CARES
07.2023 - Current
Advocate
American Red Cross
04.2022 - Current
Volunteer
The American Cancer Society
09.2021 - Current
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- CPR/AED
- Bloodborne Pathogens
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare/Allied Health
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare/Allied Health
Rasmussen University
No Degree - Cancer Biology
Johns Hopkins University
No Degree - Cancer Medistasis
Johns Hopkins University
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