Elli Andrews
Morrisville,NC
Summary
Dedicated, aspiring professional seeking a position that leverages global health experience to address healthcare challenges. Passionate about improving patient care through medical sales, with a strong background in training, communication, and program development. Skilled at building relationships, communicating across cultures, and delivering results. Adaptable, resilient, and eager to grow in a dynamic sales role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
International Cancer Care & Research Excellence
01.2025 - Current
- Develop, implement and improve standard operating procedures to enhance organizational efficiency and ensure consistent, clear workflows
- Train staff on new systems and processes, improving team productivity and operational effectiveness
- Design and manage marketing strategies, including print materials, social media campaigns, website updates, presentations, and event promotions
- Lead the development and execution of fundraising strategies, including donor outreach and grant acquisition efforts
Patient Support/Child Life Program Manager
International Cancer Care & Research Excellence Foundation
Mwanza, Tanzania
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Implemented sustainable programs enhancing emotional, social, educational, and cognitive well-being of pediatric oncology patients and families.
- Created play-based interventions for effective pain management and emotional support during medical procedures.
- Developed culturally appropriate patient education materials to improve treatment compliance and dispel misconceptions about pediatric cancer.
- Designed training programs for hospital staff on strategies reducing emotional impact of hospitalization on patients and families.
- Established standardized procedures for ICCARE hostel staff, ensuring positive patient experiences.
- Fostered community collaborations expanding patient access to essential services, including dental care and educational assistance.
- Recruited and conducted Mwanza cultural orientation for volunteers, fellows, medical interns, and global health research assistants.
Undergraduate Research (Part-Time)
Dr. William "Toby" Allen, ECU Chemistry Department
Greenville, NC
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted research on ACE inhibitors and popular pharmaceutical drugs that reduce hypertension
- Utilized nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR), mass spectrometry, automated peptide synthesizer, and high performance liquid chromatography to purify and confirm peptide synthesis
Sterilization Technician
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of North Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Ensured patient safety and efficiency by sterilizing instruments and preparing rooms, adhering to clinical standards, and demonstrating knowledge of medical protocols and equipment.
- Trained new employees on medical procedures, office protocols, and aseptic techniques.
Education
B.S. Health And Human Performance-Child Life, Magna Cum Laude -
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12.2024
Cardinal Gibbons High School
Raleigh, NC05.2020
Skills
- Program Development/Management
- Medical staff and patient education
- Goal-oriented
- Collaboration and relationship building
- Creative problem solving
- Clinical support
- OChem and microbiology lab equipment
- ChemDraw
- Quantitative and Instrumental Analysis
- Instrument sterilization
Certification
- Research Ethics Certification, World Health Organization 02/01/25
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Advanced EClinical 12/31/24
- ECU Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy. 01/01/24
- Basic Life Support (Provider) Certification, American Heart Association 10/31/23
Additional Shadowing and Volunteer Experience
- Dr. Kristin Schroeder, Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist, Duke Children's Hospital/Bugando Medical Center
- Nicole Queathem, Child Life Specialist, Duke Children's Hospital
- Dr. Kozacko, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Oral & Max Surgery of North Raleigh
- Chris Berry, PA-C, Jeffers, Man & Artman Pediatrics
- ECU Health, Special Care Nursery & Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- ECU Health, Medical Oncology Unit
- Nancy Darden Child Development Center
Clubs Leadership Awards
- ECU Child Life Student Association, Member, 01/01/21, 12/31/24
- ECU Child Life Student Association, Vice President, 01/01/22, 12/31/23
- ECU Pre-PA Club, Member, 01/01/23, 12/31/24
- ECU Global Affairs, Student Spotlight Nominee, 12/31/24
Timeline
Operations Manager
International Cancer Care & Research Excellence
01.2025 - Current
Undergraduate Research (Part-Time)
Dr. William "Toby" Allen, ECU Chemistry Department
08.2023 - 05.2024
Sterilization Technician
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of North Raleigh
05.2023 - 08.2023
Patient Support/Child Life Program Manager
International Cancer Care & Research Excellence Foundation
06.2020 - 06.2024
B.S. Health And Human Performance-Child Life, Magna Cum Laude -
East Carolina University
Cardinal Gibbons High School
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