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Overview
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Education
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Certification
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Aria Malcolm

Columbia,SC

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate leader with diverse experiences in leadership, volunteer work, and research. Driven by empathy and a passion for healthcare. Aiming to make a positive impact in the field of occupational therapy.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Therapy Intern

Leaps & Bounds
Cayce, SC
08.2024 - Current
  • Observed patient's behavior to assess progress toward functional goals.
  • Performed sensory integration activities using various tools, such as swings, balls, and sand trays.
  • Set up treatment rooms and restocked facility supplies.
  • Supported administrative needs of therapy staff by gathering and organizing documents and materials.

Molecular Biology Research Assistant

SCINBRE
Columbia, SC
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Conducted literature reviews to identify key areas for further research.
  • Prepared buffers and reagents for use in molecular biology experiments.
  • Performed western blotting analyses with antibodies against target proteins.
  • Presented findings at departmental meetings or seminars.
  • Designed research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, tests, and assays.

Sales Associate

Staples
Columbia, SC
11.2022 - 08.2023
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Exchanged merchandise for customers and accepted returns.

Occupational Therapy Volunteer

OT For Kidz
Queens, New York
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Observe Patient progress
  • Assist at Kidz in Motion summer camp
  • Check-in patients
  • Desk Assistant

Education

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Columbia College
Columbia, SC
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Benjamin N Cardozo High School
Bayside, NY
06-2021

Skills

  • Western blotting
  • Experimental design
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Cell Biology
  • Observational skills
  • Documentation skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Collaboration

Affiliations

  • Captain of the Cheerleading team
  • Secretary of Columbia College Activities Board
  • Member of the Pre-Health Club

Accomplishments

  • Class of 2025 SGA Vice President
  • Deans List 4x
  • Volunteer Award for the B Strong Group

Certification

  • CPR Certified
  • USA Cheer Coaching Athletes with a Disability
  • USA Cheer Crash Course Concussion Training
  • USA Cheer Athlete Protection Course

Timeline

Occupational Therapy Intern

Leaps & Bounds
08.2024 - Current

Molecular Biology Research Assistant

SCINBRE
05.2023 - 06.2024

Sales Associate

Staples
11.2022 - 08.2023

Occupational Therapy Volunteer

OT For Kidz
10.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

Columbia College

High School Diploma -

Benjamin N Cardozo High School
Aria Malcolm