Caroline Ranger
Walled Lake,MI
Summary
Recent graduate from the University of Michigan who plans to utilize their Bachelors of Science to pursue a career in medicine. Recipient of University Honors for four consecutive semesters and graduated with a degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB). Currently works as a medical assistant and Cochlear Implant Patient Care Coordinator at Michigan Ear Institute. Also works as a In-home caregiver. Previously worked as a patient care technician at St. Joseph's Hospital in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Actively engaged in research under the direction of Dr. Jason Knight at the University of Michigan, where the primary focus of research was Anti-Phospholipid Syndrome. Previously engaged in numerous leadership, extracurricular, and volunteering experiences in order to expand community outreach skills and develop personal qualities that will be beneficial in a field of medicine. Possesses excellent communication skills and excels in interpersonal relations developed through experiences of interacting with diverse patient populations and working closely with coworkers, classmates, nurses and physicians. Yields strong compassion and dedication towards working with others and growing in knowledge of medical care and biological sciences. Hopes to utilize personal interests and qualities, and educational background to make change in the medical community and conducting substantial research in order to care for others with, and treat, devastating medical ailments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cochlear Implant Patient Care Coordinator
Michigan Ear Institute
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated patient surgeries, ensuring efficient scheduling
- Communicated with implant representatives to ensure arrival of supplies on surgery days
- Organize surgical schedule and contribute to signing Letters of Medical Necessity
- Assist in tasks with audiologists to provide an efficient clinical environment
Medical Assistant
Michigan Ear Institute
09.2024 - Current
- Administered patient care procedures, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and future surgical procedures fostering better health outcomes.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms.
- Trained junior medical assistants on best practices in patient handling and documentation processes.
- Guided patients to exam rooms, obtained vitals signs, and completed patient intakes by confirming medications, medical history, symptoms, and allergies.
Direct Support Professional
In-Home Caregiver
05.2022 - Current
- Care for a 28-year-old male with Dystonia - a neurological degenerative disorder.
- Assisted in activities the male was unable to perform himself including use of restroom, note-taking, stretches and exercises, organization and scheduling, medication administration, bathing, dressing, dining, and daily self care routines.
- Developed coordination and cooperation skills while strengthening bedside mannerisms and communication skills.
Patient Care Technician
Trinity Health
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Teaming with nurses and physicians to improve the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of patients on an inpatient cardiac progressive care unit specialized in substance use and alcohol withdrawals.
- Acquired Michigan CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) status.
- Obtain vital signs, blood draws and labs, and providing care and comfort to an assortment of patients.
- Consistently answer call lights, pursue hourly rounding, and responsible for assisting patients in bathing, showers, ambulating to the bathroom, self-care practices, dining, and improving muscular strength and endurance.
- Communicate efficiently with nurses about plans of care for each patient and exceeding patient expectations of care.
- Proficient in charting through EPIC.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular, Cellular, And Developmental Biology
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2024
High School Diploma -
Walled Lake Northern High School
Walled Lake, MI05-2020
Skills
- Wolverine Support Network - Organizational Teams (January 2024-May 2024)
- TellingIt; Non-profit Mental Health Organization (January 2024 - May 2024)
- The Breakfast Program (March 2024 - August 2024)
- Arts Chorale at the University of Michigan (January 2024 - May 2024)
- Marathon Training (December 2023 - Present)
- Philanthropy with Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women (January 2021 - December 2023)
- Michigan Medicine Research Assistant and Mentor (Sept 2022 - June 2023)
- Medical Mission Trip - Nairobi, Kenya (March 2025-March 2025)
- Music Cantor at St Mary's Church, Milford
Research Publications
NaveenKumar SK, Tambralli A, Fonseca BM, Yalavarthi S, Liang W, Hoy CK, Sarosh C, Rysenga CE, Ranger CH, Vance CE, Madison JA, Orsi FA, Sood SL, Schaefer JK, Zuo Y, Knight JS. Low ectonucleotidase activity and increased neutrophil-platelet aggregates in patients with antiphospholipid syndrome. Blood. 2024 Mar 21;143(12):1193-1197. doi: 10.1182/blood.2023022097. PMID: 38237140; PMCID: PMC10972706.
Shadow Opportunities
- Dr. Diana Silas - Motor City Orthopedics (Summer 2021)
- Dr. Pulin P. Patel - Asthma and Allergy Physicians of Commerce Township (Summer 2022)
- Dr. Seilesh Babu - Michigan Ear Institute (Summer 2025)
- Cheryl Thomson P.A. -C - Generations OB-GYN (Summer 2022)
Timeline
Cochlear Implant Patient Care Coordinator
Michigan Ear Institute
06.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Michigan Ear Institute
09.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Trinity Health
05.2023 - 12.2024
Direct Support Professional
In-Home Caregiver
05.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Molecular, Cellular, And Developmental Biology
University of Michigan
High School Diploma -
Walled Lake Northern High School
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