Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Volunteer Experience
Affiliations
Languages
References
Timeline
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Denzel Folgar

Merrick

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Tobias Doerr, excelling in project management and collaboration. Proven ability to conduct laboratory experiments and analyze data effectively. Skilled in patient observation and health promotion, ensuring optimal care and support in diverse settings.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Tobias Doerr
Ithaca
01.2025 - Current
  • Planned and organized research project, created timelines, and tracked progress.
  • Performed laboratory experiments in accordance with established protocols.
  • Prepared presentations summarizing study results for internal use at weekly lab meetings
  • Conducted literature searches to identify relevant articles for review.
  • Collaborated alongside PhD and PI mentors in order to organize research findings to send for publication review

Physical Therapy Aide Intern

Michael Brown
West Hempstead
06.2024 - 08.2025
  • Observed patients during treatments to ensure proper technique was used.
  • Administered hot and cold packs as directed by the physical therapist or physician orders.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to patients regarding therapeutic exercises, stretches, and other activities.
  • Communicated regularly with physical therapists regarding patient care needs.
  • Ensured that all equipment was properly cleaned after each use according to established protocols.

Secretary

Jackie's Travel
Hempstead
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Answered and assisted clients over the phone
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.

Education

Biological Sciences

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

Skills

  • Project management
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Data analysis
  • Collaboration skills
  • Health promotion
  • Patient observation

Languages

Spanish - Native or Bilingual, Italian - Limited Working

Volunteer Experience

  • Island Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy Volunteer, Hempstead, NY, 2024-06, 2024-08, Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in physical therapy techniques and interventions., Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes., Optimized patient safety during therapy sessions by closely monitoring exercise execution and providing necessary support or modifications as needed., Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized treatment plans under supervision of licensed physical therapists., Performed administrative duties, scheduling appointments, and making phone calls., Overlooked the day to day operations of keeping rooms and areas clean and hygienic for both patients and staff.
  • Nassau University Medical Center, Hospital Volunteer, East Meadow, NY, 2021-06, 2021-08, Supported hospital staff in daily tasks, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction., Restocked medical supplies and consumables to prepare procedure rooms., Reported patient requests, concerns, and other observations to staff., Transported patients and helped with discharge procedures.

Affiliations

Captain of the Cornell Barbell Club. Our mission is to form a collaborative community throughout the university, encouraging health and a sense of belonging through team development oriented events

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Tobias Doerr
01.2025 - Current

Physical Therapy Aide Intern

Michael Brown
06.2024 - 08.2025

Secretary

Jackie's Travel
01.2021 - 01.2022

Biological Sciences

Cornell University