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Diya Desai

Demarest,NJ

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Share and Care Foundation, raising over $80,000 through innovative fundraising. Excelled in ethical leadership and marketing skills, showcasing multitasking capacity and problem-solving aptitude. Experienced in emergency medical services and academic support, demonstrating a unique blend of creativity and analytical prowess in biomedical engineering.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Chapter Leader/Community Liaison

Share and Care Foundation
Rochelle Park, NJ
02.2019 - Current
  • Organized community activities including 5Ks, Cyclebar classes, and local sports for a large group of 200 participants.
  • Executed fundraisers and donations, sold merchandise, and raised over $80,000.
  • Organized monthly meetings, events, and other activities to encourage involvement from members.
  • Assisted with budget planning and tracking of expenses related to chapter operations.
  • Served as a liaison between the chapter's executive board and volunteers when needed.
  • Managed outreach efforts by attending local events and partnering with local organizations.

EMS Volunteer

Demarest Volunteer Ambulance
Demarest, NJ
01.2023 - 06.2024
  • Completed rigorous training to achieve CPR and AED certification.
  • Participated in regular drills designed to practice skills associated with emergency medical services.
  • Utilized special equipment such as backboards, cervical collars and splints when necessary.
  • Participated in continuing education sessions related to advanced cardiac life support protocols and techniques.

Tutor

Kumon North America
Closter, NJ
01.2021 - 03.2024
  • Facilitated understanding of assignments by demonstrating correct solution techniques.
  • Provided educational support to students from Pre-K to 8th grade focusing on English and Math.

Student

Columbia University, Office of Alumni and Development
New York, NY
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Developed proficiency in academic writing, including essays and research papers.
  • Collaborated with peers to develop innovative solutions for healthcare challenges.
  • Engaged with a team of professors within the field of Biomedical Engineering.
  • Acquired expertise by studying biomaterial and bioinformatics, leading to creation of an innovative children's heart monitor.

Shadowing Student

NY Presbyterian Hospital
New York, NY
05.2023 - 05.2023
  • Learned how to use various medical equipment such as an electrocardiogram machine or laboratory testing devices.
  • Observed Dr. Argenziano during open heart surgery.
  • Acquired knowledge regarding devices utilized in both ICU environments and surgical procedures.
  • Shadowed medical staff during rounds to observe diagnostic techniques and treatments used for patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2028

Calculus

Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ
06-2024

Biomedical Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ
06-2023

Skills

  • Ethical leadership
  • Marketing skills
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Market research

Languages

Gujarati
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student

Columbia University, Office of Alumni and Development
06.2023 - 08.2023

Shadowing Student

NY Presbyterian Hospital
05.2023 - 05.2023

EMS Volunteer

Demarest Volunteer Ambulance
01.2023 - 06.2024

Tutor

Kumon North America
01.2021 - 03.2024

Chapter Leader/Community Liaison

Share and Care Foundation
02.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering

Syracuse University

Calculus

Seton Hall University

Biomedical Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology

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