Diya Roy
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Well-rounded pre-medical student with experience as a Personal Care Attendant at a private residence, excelling in patient monitoring and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through effective communication and compassionate care. Skilled in laboratory techniques from research at the Lillehei Heart Institute, contributing to advancements in genetic expression studies. Passionate about teaching, with success in tutoring high school students in mathematics and science.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Attendant
Private Residence
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician or other healthcare professional.
- Ambulated individuals around home, public and medical locations.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, and weight.
Research Assistant
Lillehei Heart Institute - University of Minnesota
09.2022 - Current
- Research focused on understanding genetic expression pathways related to embryonic heart development.
- Performed experiments (embryo harvesting, PCR, qPCR, IHC) in accordance with established protocols.
- Used scientific method to assist colleagues and supervisors with experiments.
Tutor
Manga Tutoring
09.2022 - Current
- Specialized in mathematics and science.
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits and strategies for success in school.
- Addressed specific student needs through parent and teacher coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Organismal Physiology
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
05-2026
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Laboratory techniques
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Tutoring techniques
Publications
- Nature Communications, August 2022
Nicolas, C.T., VanLith, C.J., Hickey, R.D. et al. In vivo lentiviral vector gene therapy to cure hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 and prevent development of precancerous and cancerous lesions. Nat Commun 13, 5012 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-022-32576-7
Timeline
Personal Care Attendant
Private Residence
12.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Lillehei Heart Institute - University of Minnesota
09.2022 - Current
Tutor
Manga Tutoring
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Organismal Physiology
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities