Christopher Lewis

Solid history of research and development. Adept at conducting research utilizing patient centric - care focused healthcare practices and acquiring in-depth medical knowledge to benefit patient outcomes. Leverage strong communication and critical thinking to streamline workflow. Cross-functional Collaboration: Prudent in building / nurturing strong relationships with research personnel, sponsors, and various teams to drive successful trial outcomes. Clinical Studies & Trials: Solid foundation in clinical care and patient support, such as conducting triage assessments, evaluating patient care needs, and performing various tests. Key Strengths: Articulate and refined communicator, possessing excellent interpersonal, time management, needs assessment, and leadership skills.

• HeartCor Solutions, Schaumburg, IL, Senior Clinical Research Associate, 2022-01-01, 2023-12-31, Collaborate with healthcare sponsors and various sites to lead cardiac monitoring and pharmaceutical drug research., Cultivate consistent communication between study participants, sites, and sponsors on a daily basis to improve organization for planned post-ablation appointments., Acquire proficiency in study parameters and cardiac device monitoring software through delivery of comprehensive in-person and remote training sessions., Manage various administrative tasks, including expense reports and timesheets., Lead global Clinical Operations team responsible for end-to-end clinical trial support., Coordinate all aspects of clinical monitoring and site management, ensuring compliance and documentation., Assess investigational products through physical inventory checks and records reviews., Acknowledged by Medtronic and Boston Scientific for exceptional contributions to their studies, demonstrating transparency, strong work ethic, and exceptional responsiveness., Act as specialist in site processes, ensuring adherence to approved protocols, ICH-GCP guidelines, relevant regulations, and SOPs to safeguard subjects' rights, well-being, and data integrity., Ensure data accuracy through Source Data Review (SDR), Source Data Verification (SDV), and Case Report Form (CRF) review, both on-site and remotely., Carry out additional study-related tasks as assigned by the CTM, including trip report reviews, newsletter creation, and leading CRA team calls., Collaborate with clients to define and design clinical programs, optimizing timelines and execution of cost-effective, high-quality clinical studies., Implement quality control checks of reports, generated from the CTMS system as per needs., Facilitate effective communication between investigative sites, the client company and the CRO project team through written, oral and/ or electronic contacts., Conduct remote or on-site visits to assess protocol and regulatory compliance and manages required documentation., Monitor investigator sites with a risk-based monitoring approach: applies root cause analysis (RCA), critical thinking and problemsolving skills to identify site processes failure and corrective/preventive actions to bring the site into compliance and decrease risks., Ensures a shared responsibility with other project team members on issues/findings resolution
• Wajahat Mirza Cardiology, Grayslake, IL, Medical Assistant, 2021-01-01, 2022-12-31, Conducted triage assessments, assessed patient care requirements, and administered functional tests., Facilitated patients by providing information, services, and assistance., Administered medications following established protocols and monitored patient responses., Leverage consistent accuracy in recording vital signs and preparing patients for examinations., Reported any abnormal findings or patient concerns to the appropriate healthcare professionals., Maintained a patient-centered environment with same-day appointments, in-group referrals, and high patient satisfaction., Direct Patient Care:, Administers medical procedures per policy/procedure following protocol or provider order and monitors response, Prepared patients for exams and treatments physically and mentally and monitored response consistently demonstrates ability to perform and document accurate vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse (may be apical) respiration, height and weight, Knowledgeable and able to assist with job duties of other personnel in the department, Consistently encourages questions from patients and family and offers supervised guidance that fosters compliance guided by the department protocols or provider/nurse instructions, Indirect Patient Care, Managed telephone communication by answering calls and transferring when needed with clear explanations., Screened and prioritized messages, ensuring timely communication with patients., Leveraged diverse skillset to excel academically and professionally on all levels., Acted as a dedicated liaison between patients, staff, and physicians, ensuring continuity of care., Played a key role in medical record audits and indicator development as a quality liaison.
• AMITA St. Joseph Hospital, Elgin, IL, ER Scribe, 2018-01-01, 2019-12-31, Worked with Dr. Macej Padowski, Utilized shadowing experiences and undergraduate knowledge to coordinate with attending physicians and assist in chart completion for each patient., Offered ongoing assistance to nurses in administering medications, IVs, wound care, and occasionally restraints., Contributed by adding notes to physicians' charts through review of various reports, screenings, imaging tests, and functional assessments., Delivered professional services within emergency department, while managing complex tasks and acquiring familiarity with ED medical terminology., Played a pivotal role in clinical support functions, including patient preparation and rooming, the collection and documentation of vital signs, and the updating of relevant health information., Maintained commitment to producing comprehensive medical records for each patient encounter., Effectively communicated to ensures patient's clear understanding of the scribe role, in order to enhance the patient's experience and comfort level, Generated medical documentation for physicians and assistants, while providing essential assistance to healthcare professionals, including physicians, physician assistants (PAs), and registered nurses (RNs), in patient care., Organized and compiled medical record documentation and charts in advance of patient appointments, Championed planning and implementation of a variety of outreach programs within local community, empowering and supporting lowincome families in Waco., Adhered rigorously to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures to ensure the delivery of high-quality healthcare services., Recorded precise follow-up instructions and service level designations as directed by the physician or clinician., Preserved data for over 1,000 History of Present Illnesses (HPIs) under guidance of physicians., Conducted rounds with the physician/clinician during patient visits to capture and transcribe medical record documentation in real time using electronic medical record applications., Documented physician/clinician's communication with the patient using appropriate medical terms and phrasing., Prepared orders including follow-up testing, lab orders, medication orders, consults and/or referrals and the associated diagnosis to be connected with those orders., Documented the correct follow-up instructions and level of service designation based on the physician/clinician's direction., Anticipated physician needs for patient visits by obtaining internal and external previous medical records and test results
• Baylor University, Waco, TX, Research Case Studies and Laboratory Experience, 2014-01-01, 2018-12-31, Drove significant efforts to conduct two case studies over semester at Baylor regarding skin-related diseases., Attained deep expertise in examination of cell slides for diagnosis of biological skin abnormalities., Oversaw diverse laboratory settings, including Microbiology, Organic Chemistry, and Human Physiology labs., Created and examined Histology slides for skin cells to diagnose epidermal disorders., Was educated in NMR and Mass Spectrometry., Examined human and animal cadavers in Anatomy labs., Performed Liquid, Gas, Thin-Layer, and Paper Chromatography
• Semmes-Murphey Neurological Center, Memphis, TN, Pain Management Clinical Shadowing, 2015-01-01, 2015-12-31, Gained valuable practical experience through observation of numerous surgeries, including lumbar puncture spinal taps, electrical cathode insertions, and spinal fusions., Deepened knowledge of addiction by distinguishing between patients seeking drugs for non-medical purposes and the ones genuinely in need of medication to maintain their well-being., Assisted in diagnostic procedures and actively participated in variety of surgeries, as well as completing 40 hours of anesthesiology training under guidance of Dr. Autry Parker.
• Methodist South Hospital, Memphis, TN, Internal Medicine Clinical Shadowing, 2015-01-01, 2015-12-31, Liaised with middle-aged patients, gaining experience in conducting various physical examinations, mental health assessments, and medication management., Provided care to male patients dealing with various health issues, such as diabetes, heart conditions, and prostate enlargement., Observed 120 hours of gynecology/obstetric procedures with Dr. Corey McGlothan and Dr. Frederick Hodges, assessed patient well-being, and supported senior doctors., Created soothing atmosphere and communicated effectively with OB patients along with assisting multiple physicians., Conducted thorough investigations into various health issues, providing comprehensive guides and explanations to educate patients and improve their self-care practices., Gained proficiency in gynecological and obstetric procedures, fostering patient satisfaction among young women., Acquired skills in mental health assessments, and medication administration under Dr. Motley's guidance., Educated patients about origins of diseases, self-care techniques, and infection prevention strategies., Utilized advanced expertise for diagnostic procedures in gynecology/obstetrics.