Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Leadership Volunteer Work
Certification
Timeline
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Emma Szabo

Montvale,NJ

Summary

Motivated and compassionate pre-nursing student majoring in Biobehavioral Health, with a minor in Biology, seeking a Medical Assistant position to gain hands-on clinical experience. Skilled in patient care, vital sign measurement, and assisting with medical procedures. Dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care, while developing essential skills for a future career in nursing.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant

Center for Childhood Obesity Research
State College, PA
01.2025 - Current
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Provided support for faculty members with grant applications related to research projects.
  • Processed hematology and saliva samples.
  • Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment.
  • Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects or brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.

Team Leader and Smoothie Specialist

BEETS JUICE BAR
Park Ridge, NJ
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Responsible for preparing customer in-store, phone, and online orders and working the register
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships through consistent communication, attentive service, and meeting customer needs
  • Listen and respond to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors to better the business
  • Enhance team productivity by organizing work stations at the beginning and end of shifts, which in term improves efficiency
  • Mentor junior team members, fostering professional growth through guidance on best practices in the store
  • Follow company policies/procedures to deliver quality work
  • Maintain a clean work environment

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health

The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
12-2025

Diploma -

Pascack Hills High School
Montvale, NJ
06.2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Office proficient
  • Laboratory techniques and safety
  • Google Suite proficient
  • Data analysis
  • Social media posts and responses
  • Researching sources
  • Time management
  • Document Management/Organization
  • Reliable, independent, and team-oriented worker

Accomplishments

ALPHA EPSILON DELTA

National Health Pre-professional Honors Society

Beta Chapter at Penn State

Leadership Volunteer Work

THON Volunteer | Penn State
February 2022 – Present

  • Dedicated member of Penn State’s THON, the largest student-run philanthropy, raising funds and awareness for childhood cancer.
  • Actively involved in fundraising efforts to support Four Diamonds families at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital.
  • Engaged in year-round outreach, event planning, and donor engagement to contribute to THON’s mission.
  • Provided direct support to THON families, fostering meaningful connections and ensuring a positive experience.
  • Assisted in organizing and participating in THON Weekend, a 46-hour dance marathon that raises millions for pediatric cancer research and patient care.

TEENS AGAINST CANCER | Montvale, NJ

 January 2019 – May 2022 

  • Coordinated with community members, faculty/staff, and students to organize the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS) Light The Night Event at Pascack Hills High School.
  • Collaborated with sponsors and donors to secure in-kind donations and sponsorships for the event.
  • Created marketing materials and promoted the event through social media, increasing event attendance.

Certification

  • ServSafe Certification
  • CITI Program: SHA Bloodborne Pathogens
  • CITI Program: OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens
  • CITI Program: Biosafety/Biosecurity

Timeline

Research Assistant

Center for Childhood Obesity Research
01.2025 - Current

Team Leader and Smoothie Specialist

BEETS JUICE BAR
01.2021 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health

The Pennsylvania State University

Diploma -

Pascack Hills High School
Emma Szabo