CHRISTOPHER MARAJ
Orlando,United States
Summary
I am an ambitious Junior college Eagle Scout pursuing a major in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in Biomechanics Engineering with a completed minor in Psychology. My ultimate goal is to pursue a career in Medicine and positively impact healthcare. I possess excellent learning skills and always strive to add value to any team I work with. I have a proven track record of successful projects utilizing my leadership, communication, and teamwork abilities to complete tasks efficiently. My academic achievements reflect my commitment to excellence and integrity, and I am excited to continue to learn and grow in my environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nephrology Summer Internship
Kidney Specialist of the Palm Beaches
Royal Palm Beach, FL
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisting with patient consultations, taking vitals, and observing various kidney-related procedures
- Migrates to various healthcare facilities and clinics with Dr
- Bhattarai to observe and assist his patients
- Research, facilitates, and presents scripts on topics related to Nephrology (dialysis, renal failure, etc) for daily presentations via Zoom for international premed students interested in nephrology
Member
UCF Leads Scholar Academy
Orlando, FL
08.2022 - 04.2024
- UCF's LEAD Scholars Academy provides a selective, two-year academic program, leadership development program for first-time-in-college students
- Achieved proficiency in leadership skills in one of the most inclusive and diverse campus environments. Participated in 100 community service hours.
- Participated in several campus activities, IMPACT events, and clean-ups.
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Brain Fitness Academy
Orlando, FL
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Facilitated service to 20+ patients with early stages of memory loss or dementia
- Delivered an environment to participate in brain-healthy activities by teaching lifestyle adjustments
- Recognized and adopted brain-healthy behaviors like socialization, physical exercise, and mental stimulation
Front Store Clerk
Publix Grocery Store
Westlake, Florida
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Interacted with 100+ customers daily, offering assistance to help find store items
- Offered customers carry-out service after their transaction
- Implemented safety protocols when handling hazardous materials or operating equipment such as ladders
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans, and organizing candy racks
Pits Crew & Safety Manager
FIRST Robotics Club
Riviera Beach, FL
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Involved in Robotics Clubs for six years
- Facilitated several volunteer positions at the FLL/FRC Robotics Competitions: Assistant Judge, Queuer; Field Reset, and Registration staff
- Maintained a safe work environment in the pits area with a team of 20+ members
- Cooperated with different teams to achieve optimal integration
- Implemented and planned shop safety and security programs and activities
- Orchestrated feedback on proposed changes about competitions on campus from the Robotics shop off campus during the COVID shutdown
- The team ranked 4th in the World Competition in Texas out of 400+ teams
- Regional companions 2019-2023
- 1st place team in FLL Robotics 'Deep Space' offseason competition -2020
- 1st place team in Robotics South Florida Regional -'19 & '20
- Link: http://www.179swampthing.org/
Eagle Scout Project Leader/Senior Patrol Leader
Boys Scout of America - Gulfstream Council
Loxahatchee, FL
06.2015 - 08.2021
- Active scout member 7+ yrs in various positions -Patrol Leader, Instructor, Scribe, Activities Coordinator, Camp Counselor
- Eagle Scout Project: Directed, collected, and organized a Book Drive over the summer of 2021
- Crafted additional project funding sources through new donors and GoFundMe during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Fundraised 183% of our goal for the project
- Recruited five (5) troop members to participate in the Eagle project
- Oversaw book collections at seven schools—authored reports documenting each project stage's outcomes
- Shipped 1500+ books for a newly built library for Sefate Sa Bophelo High School, Lesotho, Africa
- Featured Publication: https://www.africanlibraryproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Christopher-Maraj-Scout-Project-%F0%9F%98%8A%F0%9F%98%8A.pdf
Hospital Rounding Attendant/Nurses Assistant
Good Samaritan Medical Center
West Palm Beach, FL
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted nursing staff with their day-to-day operations by charting medical records
- Replenished supplies such as linens, towels, and toiletries in all patient units
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols
- Distributed books, magazines, water, snacks, and other items to 50+ patients' rooms with an activity cart daily
- Participated in recreational activities with patients, such as playing cards, board games, or reading
- Achieved 100% patient satisfaction
Education
Biomedical Sciences B.S -
University of Central Florida
FLHigh School Diploma - Computer Science- 4-year program
Suncoast Community High School
FLSkills
- Volunteer Relations
- Team Training
- Demonstrated Empathy
- Solution-oriented professional
- Skilled collaborator
- Rapid and Adaptive
- Effective cross-functional communicator
- Computer skills
- Medical knowledge
Certification
- Certified SolidWorks Associate
- Bloodborne Pathogens: Infectious Disease Control
- COVID-19 Contact Tracing - John Hopkins University Online
- CPR /First Aid /AED
- HIPAA Protocols
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout Award-Scouting America- '21
- NESA-National Eagle Scout Association Honor Society (current member)
- National Honor Society Scouting America, a.k.a. Order of the Arrow (current member)
- 2021 Global Literacy Champion Award -The African Library Project
- Arrow of Light -Cub Scouting America
Volunteer Experience
- Save a Life Pet Rescue, Orlando, FL, 01/01/23, 05/31/24, Staged set up before the weekly adoption events. Assisted potential adopters when they were looking at puppies and dogs. Dog Care: Handled the dogs at the event, ensuring they had water and were treated with care by onlookers. Cleaning and Maintenance: Cleaned up after events and ensured the remaining dogs were secured.
- Big Dog Ranch, Loxahatchee, FL, 08/01/18, 12/31/23, Dog Care: This includes feeding, walking, bathing, and providing general care and companionship to the dogs. Ensured the dogs received exercise, socialization, and love. Cleaning and Maintenance: Assisted with maintaining the cleanliness of the kennels and common areas. This involved cleaning cages, washing bedding, and ensuring the dogs had a clean and safe environment.
Research
- Biological Perspective in Biology and Medicine, Maraj, C. J., 02/01/21, West Palm Beach; Palm State College
- Memory and community through Brain Wellness, Gilbride, J. T., Borenstein, J., Proano, E., Todriff, A., Maraj, C., 2023, STARS, https://stars.library.ucf.edu/hip-2023fall/57/
Timeline
Nephrology Summer Internship
Kidney Specialist of the Palm Beaches
06.2024 - 07.2024
Volunteer Activities Coordinator
Brain Fitness Academy
09.2023 - 12.2023
Front Store Clerk
Publix Grocery Store
06.2023 - 08.2023
Member
UCF Leads Scholar Academy
08.2022 - 04.2024
Hospital Rounding Attendant/Nurses Assistant
Good Samaritan Medical Center
11.2019 - 08.2020
Pits Crew & Safety Manager
FIRST Robotics Club
08.2018 - 03.2022
Eagle Scout Project Leader/Senior Patrol Leader
Boys Scout of America - Gulfstream Council
06.2015 - 08.2021
- Certified SolidWorks Associate
- Bloodborne Pathogens: Infectious Disease Control
- COVID-19 Contact Tracing - John Hopkins University Online
- CPR /First Aid /AED
- HIPAA Protocols
Biomedical Sciences B.S -
University of Central Florida
High School Diploma - Computer Science- 4-year program
Suncoast Community High School
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