Ayat Hilala
Los Angeles,California
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Pre-Medical Student with a solid foundation in patient care and clinical research. Able to work effectively as part of a team, utilizing strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships. I am committed to growing my healthcare experiences while consistently maintaining a positive and cheerful attitude in all my endeavors.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant
UCLA
04.2024 - Current
- Administer comprehensive questionnaires during clinical trials while addressing any study-related concerns.
- Conduct blood spot collection for assessment of immunological markers
- Certified as a secondary fMRI scanner and assist participants in specific cognitive tasks relevant to our study, collecting data from the results.
- Monitor safety events during clinical trials by promptly reporting adverse events and implementing corrective action plans as needed.
Hospital Intern
UCLA Health Care Extenders Program
11.2023 - Current
- Volunteer in various departments throughout the UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center, cultivating an insider's understanding of intricate hospital operations
- Assist medical professionals in taking vitals such as blood pressure, Oxygen levels, and body temperature, while providing compassionate one-on-one care to address and fulfill the patient's individual needs, along with updating their charts in the system
- Round with faculty, observing examinations and interactions with patients, gaining a firsthand understanding of the role of healthcare providers
- Observe procedures such as liver ablations, bone biopsies, heart catheter insertions, angiograms, and more.
Scholar
UCLA Transfer Research Entry Program
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Participated in an intensive entry-to-research boot camp, acquiring critical academic survival skills for a successful transition to UCLA
- Actively engaged in activities and discussions to identify personal areas of research interest while networking with other incoming transfer students
- Gained hands-on experience in crafting cover letters, preparing to apply for research positions, and exploring potential career paths in research.
Scholar
AAMC Colleges Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Participated in weekly patient cases and intensive medical courses such as physiology, anatomy, neurology, and more
- Gained hands-on clinical skills in ultrasounds, basic life support, injections, physical examinations, and infant delivery
- Took patients' family and medical history, while compassionately addressing their needs, allowing me to develop strong interpersonal skills
- Gained exposure to various clinical settings, including Surgical ORs, Examination rooms, and Cadaver Labs, while shadowing medical professionals in their day-to-day responsibilities within these settings
- Engaged in discussions related to health disparities and discussed potential healthcare policies.
Sales Representative and Social Media Manager
Eworld Computers
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided informative assistance to customers, including technical support, troubleshooting for electronic devices, and demonstrating product knowledge by explaining the features and benefits of selected devices
- Contributed to store maintenance including appearance and inventory, and achieved sales targets by staying updated on industry trends and implementing them in our inventory
- Successfully executed social media marketing strategies on Instagram and TikTok, through creative posts and videos that engaged online customers, leading to a noted increase in store engagement and sales.
Front Office Assistant
Orange Crescent School
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted the school office staff in performing a range of administrative and clerical tasks, including answering and redirecting phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries, managing online website and social media accounts, and scheduling appointments and meetings
- Communicated effectively with students, parents, staff, and other members of the school community, successfully resolving any issues that came up.
High School Math Teaching Assistant
Orange Crescent School
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted the lead teacher in planning and delivering daily math lessons to high school students, utilizing technology and engaging activities to enhance learning
- Conducted coursework grading, assessed student performance, and provided individualized and small-group mentorship to support their learning.
Education
B.S. Psychobiology -
University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California06.2025
A.S-T Biology/ A.S. Chemistry/ A.S. Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Math & Science -
Santiago Canyon College
Orange, California06.2023
Skills
- Effective Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Multi-tasking & Organization
- Direct Patient Care
- Media Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Patient recruitment
Certification
- fMRI Secondary Scanner - 07/2024
- AHA BLS CPR - 07/2024
- Stop The Bleed -11/2023
Leadership Experience
UMMA Volunteer Project
Volunteer, October 2023- Present
- Raise awareness of healthy lifestyles and disease prevention in South Los Angeles by providing invaluable healthcare services and performing clerical duties at UMMA Community Clinic.
- Engage with K-8th graders at ISLAH Academy, a South LA elementary school, through weekly after-school programs, conducting projects and activities to educate students about health and exercise.
- Collaborate with UMMA Clinic in organizing 1-3 health fairs per quarter, extending general services such as Blood Pressure Checks, Glucose Screening, BMI checks, and healthcare assistance to underserved communities across Los Angeles.
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant
UCLA
04.2024 - Current
Hospital Intern
UCLA Health Care Extenders Program
11.2023 - Current
Scholar
UCLA Transfer Research Entry Program
09.2023 - 09.2023
Scholar
AAMC Colleges Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)
06.2023 - 07.2023
Front Office Assistant
Orange Crescent School
08.2022 - 06.2023
Sales Representative and Social Media Manager
Eworld Computers
06.2022 - 07.2023
High School Math Teaching Assistant
Orange Crescent School
08.2021 - 02.2022
B.S. Psychobiology -
University of California Los Angeles
A.S-T Biology/ A.S. Chemistry/ A.S. Liberal Arts with an emphasis in Math & Science -
Santiago Canyon College