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ELISABETH ROMAN

Gainesville,USA

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Support Technician

UF Health Shands Hospital Pediatric Cardiac ICU
Gainesville, FL
07.2023 - Current
  • Assist in delivering medications, blood, and laboratory specimens resulting in timely and accurate treatment for patients.
  • Assist with clinical procedures such as wound care, bedside surgical procedures, and diagnostic testing.
  • Assist healthcare providers with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
  • Conduct administrative tasks such as preparing charts, procedural consent forms, answering calls, and ordering medical equipment.
  • Aided with translating for Spanish-speaking patients.

Research: Case Study

UF Pediatrics; Congenital Heart Center
Gainesville, FL
03.2026 - Current

Dr. Sukumar Suguna Narasimhulu; Dr. Zasha Vázquez-Colon

  • Completed a case study exploring KAT6A syndrome and its association with conotruncal heart defects, specifically Tetralogy of Fallot, now in review by the Journal of Pediatric Genetics.

Volunteer

Grace Marketplace Homeless Shelter
Gainesville, FL
11.2022 - Current
  • Volunteered at Grace's Free Boutique, providing clothing, shoes, and essentials to individuals in need.
  • Limited item selection to ensure equitable distribution, assisting individuals in making informed choices based on available supplies.

Research Assistant

Department of Pathology and Immunology
Gainesville, FL
10.2025 - 01.2026
  • Prepared samples for immunological assays and experiments to enable accurate testing.
  • Conducted literature reviews to inform research direction and enhance project outcomes in pathology.
  • Documented experimental procedures and results to ensure compliance with established protocols.

Research: Lung Transplant Data Collection

UF Health Shands
Gainesville, FL
01.2024 - 06.2024

Dr. Yuriy Stukov

  • Collected and analyzed patient outcome data post lung transplant to support ongoing research.
  • Navigated patient records to extract comprehensive medical histories pre-and post-transplant, enhancing data accuracy.
  • Developed a higher proficiency in the navigation of patient medical records.

Patient Care Observer

UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville, FL
09.2023 - Current
  • Observed multiple cardiothoracic surgeries, including heart transplants.
  • Observed pediatric patient care with multiple physicians, across many units in the hospital.
  • Traveled to Jacksonville, FL for a lung procurement.

Patient Advocate

Bread and Roses Reproductive Health Clinic
Gainesville, FL
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Liaised between patients and medical staff to effectively communicate needs, preferences, and treatment plans, improving patient care coordination.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare rights and options, enhancing understanding of financial support resources.
  • Translated for Spanish-speaking patients, ensuring clarity and accessibility of health information.

Volunteer

HCA Healthcare Inc.: Emergency Department
Gainesville, FL
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated closely with nursing staff for seamless coordination of patient intake processes.
  • Administered comfort measures, including warm blankets and snacks, to enhance patient experience under clinical supervision.
  • Ensured organized and clean environment by restocking supplies and properly disposing of waste materials, contributing to overall safety and efficiency.

Volunteer

Wildflower Healthcare: Free Medical Clinic
St. Augustine, FL
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Supported medical professionals in health assessments and vital intake, facilitating accurate diagnosis.
  • Translated for Spanish-speaking patients, enhancing communication and understanding of medical needs.
  • Managed administrative tasks, including filing documents, coordinating charts, and answering phones, to streamline office operations.

Yoga Instructor

Pilates Yoga Loft: Holistic Wellness Studio
St. Augustine, FL
09.2019 - 05.2022
  • Led yoga classes, tailoring poses and sequences to enhance individual student abilities.
  • Fostered community within studio by organizing workshops, events, and group activities that encouraged participation and connection.
  • Designed customized yoga sessions for diverse client needs and skill levels.

Volunteer

Residencia Torres De Serrano
Valencia, Spain
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Supported and provided companionship to patients, enhancing their emotional well-being.
  • Coordinated special events and celebrations, fostering memorable experiences for residents and families.

Yoga Instructor

Flagler College Intramural Sports
St. Augustine, FL
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Conducted yoga classes for campus peers, fostering community engagement and wellness.
  • Personalized yoga sessions to address individual fitness levels and health concerns, promoting overall student well-being.
  • Created engaging lesson plans incorporating mindfulness and holistic principles.

Education

Pre-Health Post Baccalaureate Program - Pre-Medical Coursework

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Social Entrepreneurship, Community Health Focus

Flagler College
St. Augustine, FL
05-2022

Languages

Spanish, Bilingual

Timeline

Research: Case Study

UF Pediatrics; Congenital Heart Center
03.2026 - Current

Research Assistant

Department of Pathology and Immunology
10.2025 - 01.2026

Research: Lung Transplant Data Collection

UF Health Shands
01.2024 - 06.2024

Patient Care Observer

UF Health Shands Hospital
09.2023 - Current

Patient Support Technician

UF Health Shands Hospital Pediatric Cardiac ICU
07.2023 - Current

Patient Advocate

Bread and Roses Reproductive Health Clinic
06.2023 - 10.2023

Volunteer

HCA Healthcare Inc.: Emergency Department
01.2023 - 08.2023

Volunteer

Grace Marketplace Homeless Shelter
11.2022 - Current

Volunteer

Wildflower Healthcare: Free Medical Clinic
08.2021 - 05.2022

Volunteer

Residencia Torres De Serrano
01.2020 - 03.2020

Yoga Instructor

Pilates Yoga Loft: Holistic Wellness Studio
09.2019 - 05.2022

Yoga Instructor

Flagler College Intramural Sports
01.2019 - 12.2019

Pre-Health Post Baccalaureate Program - Pre-Medical Coursework

University of Florida

Bachelor of Arts - Social Entrepreneurship, Community Health Focus

Flagler College
ELISABETH ROMAN