DANAË SCHANBACHER
Great Falls,MT
Summary
Professional leader with proven track record in academic and extracurricular settings, ready to represent and advocate for peers effectively. Skilled in communication, organization, and problem-solving, with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability, reliability, and proactive approach to changing needs and challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biochemistry Class Representative
Touro College of Medicine
01.2026 - Current
- Facilitated communication between faculty and students to address concerns and enhance academic experience.
- Advocated for student needs in meetings, ensuring representation of diverse perspectives within the college structure.
Medical Assistant
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
12.2023 - 06.2025
- Conducted clinical laboratory testing accurately and efficiently to ensure proper diagnostics and treatment planning.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Student Tutor
Wyzant Tutoring
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Responded to after hours email and telephone requests to provide students assistance with specific questions.
Gymnastics Instructor
Skyline Gymnastics Center
08.2018 - 06.2025
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Collaborated with coaches, students, and administrators to run high-quality program.
Undergraduate Statistics Learning Assistant
Penn State University
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Coordinated and lead a statistics lab with a graduate student twice a week to provide specialized instruction in weekly material on fundamental statistical testing and mathematics.
- Monitored progress of students and adjusted instructional strategies to meet specific needs more efficiently.
Student STEM & Spanish Tutor
Morgan Academic Center
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Applied different teaching techniques to improve student athlete grades, build test skills and foster classroom confidence
- Used various instructional techniques to help students learn new or difficult concepts in biology, chemistry & Spanish.
Molecular Biology Researcher
Penn State University
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Tested muscle function in C. elegans
- RNAi, thrashing assay, animal maintenance, fluorescent microscopy, Statistics
- Neuron visualization in Drosophila: RNAi, animal maintenance, fluorescent microscopy, Statistics
Server
Outback Steakhouse
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
- Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
Server
Arooga's Grille House And Sports Bar
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Dining Hall Employee
Penn State Harrisburg Outpost
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
- Assisted customers with carry-out service.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
D.O. - Medicine
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
Great Falls, MT06-2029
Certification - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
HACC
Harrisburg, PA11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry & Molecular Cell Biology, Microbiology & Spanish
Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA05.2023
High School Degree -
Central York High School
York, PA05.2019
Skills
- Vital Signs, Manual BP's, EKG's, CPR
- Phlebotomy Immunizations
- Ear/Eye Irrigations, Intake Exams
- EMR proficiency
- Patient Scheduling/Communication/Education
- Microscopy Microbial Culturing
- Collaborative Team Member, Enthusiastic, Dedicated
- Hardworking, Innovative, Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Communication and Presentation Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Biological and Chemical Sciences
- Time management, Laboratory research, Statistics
- Spanish speaking
Additional Information
- AWARDS: Kosco Trustee in Science Scholarship Recipient | Pennsylvania State University, 2022 Eberly College of Science Scholarship Recipient | Pennsylvania State University, 2021, 2022 Penn State Provost Award Recipient | Pennsylvania State University, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 Excellence of Character Award | Central York High School, 2016
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Biochemistry Class Representative
Touro College of Medicine
01.2026 - Current
Medical Assistant
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
12.2023 - 06.2025
Undergraduate Statistics Learning Assistant
Penn State University
01.2023 - 05.2023
Student Tutor
Wyzant Tutoring
11.2022 - 06.2025
Molecular Biology Researcher
Penn State University
08.2022 - 12.2022
Student STEM & Spanish Tutor
Morgan Academic Center
06.2022 - 05.2023
Server
Outback Steakhouse
06.2021 - 08.2021
Server
Arooga's Grille House And Sports Bar
08.2020 - 05.2021
Dining Hall Employee
Penn State Harrisburg Outpost
08.2019 - 05.2020
Gymnastics Instructor
Skyline Gymnastics Center
08.2018 - 06.2025
D.O. - Medicine
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
Certification - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
HACC
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry & Molecular Cell Biology, Microbiology & Spanish
Pennsylvania State University
High School Degree -
Central York High School
Volunteering
- Maclean Animal Shelter: Great Falls, MT - 35 hours 08/2025 - Current
- Patient Care Aide: York Hospital, York, PA - 70 hours
{Responsibilities: caring for patients by the bedside, providing water and food, cleaning rooms, talking to patients, caring for families, restocking medical supplies, assisting nurses and nurse aides}
- Junior Achievement Stem Volunteer: Central PA - 24 hours
- Bilingual Crisis Textline Counselor: Crisis Textline, Online - 40 hours
- Church Academic Tutor: Christ Lutheran Church, York, PA - 28 hours
- Cat Caretaker Volunteer: PAWS Animal Shelter, State College, PA - 50 hours
Clinicals/Shadowing
Penn State Hershey Medical Center: 30 clinical shadowing hours with Dr. Meredith Schade and Dr. Jonathan Nuñez
{Attended microbiology lab meetings at the hospital, shadowed in-patient and out-patient on infectious disease floor and internal medicine rotations}
Penn State Health Leader Heights Clinical Rotation: 120 clinical hours as a Student Medical Assistant
{Performed: EKG's, Vital Signs, Immunizations, Charting, Intake Exams, Holter Monitoring}