Caitlyn Poff
Charlottesville,VA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Exercise Physiology Core Lab, UVA SOM
01.2024 - Current
- Lead exercise sessions and meticulously collected data (heart rate, blood pressure, perceived exertion) to research outcomes of Peripheral Remodeling through Intermittent Muscular Exercise (PRIME) exercise vs. traditional training in heart failure with reduced ejection fraction.
- Process 50-100 saliva and blood samples to investigate and contribute to cardiovascular health intervention investigations.
- Participate in regular meetings to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Patient Care Volunteer
Legacy Hospice Care
09.2022 - Current
- Provide companionship & compassionate care for patients with advanced terminal illnesses.
- Assist with daily activities as feeding, bathing, and mobility, ensuring patients' comfort and well-being
- Maintain open communication with care teams to ensure unique patient needs are met
- Exhibited strong problem-solving abilities when faced with challenging situations involving patients' end-of-life care
Research Assistant
VCU Massey Cancer Center
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Studied the role of family dynamics, conflict, and dysfunction of tobacco use among cancer survivors.
- Collected and reported data on patient demographics, medical history, and social history, managing 30 calls per day while ensuring confidentiality.
- Aided patients in completing informed consent forms and answering research study questions.
- Collaborated weekly with the research team to ensure high-efficiency data collection and analysis.
Clinical Volunteer
Comprehensive Hand Surgery Center
06.2021 - 08.2021
- 200 hours of experience observing surgeries/clinic appointments & assisting physicians with patient care.
- Provided empathetic emotional support to patients during challenging medical experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Virginia
Charlottesville12.2025
High School Diploma -
Monacan High School
Richmond, VA05.2022
Community Involvement and Activities
- Phi Delta Epsilon Medical Fraternity: Active Member (9/2023-Present)
- Delta Zeta Sorority: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair and Panhellenic Delegate (1/2023-Present)
- Climbing Club: Active Member (9/2023-Present)
- Remote Area Medical Club: Active Member (9/2022-Present)
References
- Damon Swift, Ph.D, FAHA: Advisor and Professor, dls3s@virginia.edu
- Denise Smith: Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, DeniseSmith@legacy-hospice.com
- Macy Stahl: Graduate Research Assistant, mes4hm@virginia.edu
Timeline
Research Assistant
Exercise Physiology Core Lab, UVA SOM
01.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
VCU Massey Cancer Center
06.2023 - 01.2024
Patient Care Volunteer
Legacy Hospice Care
09.2022 - Current
Clinical Volunteer
Comprehensive Hand Surgery Center
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Virginia
High School Diploma -
Monacan High School
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