Derion Ashford
Lake Alfred,FL
Summary
Aspiring Pre-Medical Student with a strong foundation in educational and clinical environments, dedicated to improving health outcomes in underserved communities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Comprehensive Science Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
Lake Alfred, Florida
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted upwards of 1,000 hours in providing effective communication, instruction, and presentations before student audiences.
- Delivered classroom instruction based on lesson plans.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Work within a Title I educational environment.
Rehab Nursing Technician
Encompass Health
Tampa, Florida
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced patient comfort through effective use of resources and materials.
- Observed any changes in patient condition and promptly reported it to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Assisted rehabilitation nurses in providing education to patients and families on disease processes, safety precautions, and self-care techniques.
Aspire Internship Program
Loyola Stritch School Of Medicine
Chicago, IL
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Led Capstone projects aimed at improving transportation options for low-income patients.
- Contributed to projects such as constructing community gardens.
- Participated in diverse workshops addressing health disparities within the Chicago community.
- Engaged in a rigorous pre-medical program to explore the medical school application process.
Volunteer
Parkview Medical Clinic
Haines City, Florida
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Volunteered at free clinics delivering healthcare services to uninsured populations.
- Facilitated the patient intake process, organized patient records, and conducted supervised patient history interviews.
Volunteer
Feeding Tampa Bay
Tampa, Florida
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Served nourishing dishes to Tampa's marginalized groups.
- Contributed to meal preparation for community initiative.
Emory HealthPrep Program Intern
Emory College of Medicine & Rollins School of Public Health
Atlanta, Georgia
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Selected as one of 25 participants from a highly competitive applicant pool for the Emory HealthPrep Program.
- Participated in comprehensive 8-week program aimed at assisting students pursuing careers in healthcare.
- Acquired insights into diverse medical fields through virtual shadowing of multiple doctors.
- Delivered comprehensive research findings on the Opioid Crisis through a capstone project.
- Participated in multiple enrichment workshops led by industry leaders in healthcare and research.
Assisting Teacher Peer Mentor
Bethune Cookman University
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided detailed feedback on assignments and clarified challenging concepts.
- Guided students in developing strong study habits.
- Facilitated sessions through peer-to-peer collaboration.
Student Research Lab Assistant
Bethune Cookman University
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Designed experiments to enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills in Aquatic Research Laboratory.
- Conducted multiple aquatic laboratory tests and supported field sampling activities related to zooplankton.
- Contributed to the development of multiple aquatic research initiatives.
- Enhanced leadership skills through volunteering in laboratory environment.
- Delivered findings at Annual Student Showcase.
F-Stars Intern
Florida International University
Miami, Florida
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Gained insights by observing physicians at the Student Health Center, Florida International University.
- Contributed time at Borinquen Health Center, Miami, Florida.
- Acquired knowledge in addressing neighborhood help through Social Determinants of Health.
- Executed home assessments targeting barriers to health equity within underserved neighborhoods in Miami.
- Assisted Chapman homeless shelter through volunteer efforts.
- Executed research initiatives in public health and delivered findings at a symposium.
Education
BS - Biomedical Sciences
University of South florida
TampaSkills
- Effective listening
- Verbal and written communication
- Critical thinking
- First aid and CPR
- Emotional support
- Compassionate care
- Collaborator
- Cultural awareness
Timeline
Comprehensive Science Teacher
Polk County Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
Rehab Nursing Technician
Encompass Health
03.2023 - 12.2023
Aspire Internship Program
Loyola Stritch School Of Medicine
05.2022 - 07.2022
Volunteer
Parkview Medical Clinic
07.2021 - 01.2022
Emory HealthPrep Program Intern
Emory College of Medicine & Rollins School of Public Health
05.2021 - 07.2021
Volunteer
Feeding Tampa Bay
08.2020 - 07.2021
Assisting Teacher Peer Mentor
Bethune Cookman University
08.2018 - 05.2019
F-Stars Intern
Florida International University
06.2018 - 08.2018
Student Research Lab Assistant
Bethune Cookman University
01.2018 - 05.2019
BS - Biomedical Sciences
University of South florida
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