GRACE SEIFU
Medical Assistant
Boston,MA
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Canton Urgent Care
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted patient intakes, vitals, and diagnostic testing (COVID, flu, strep, urinalysis)
- Presented cases to providers
- Translated complex medical concepts into accessible language
- Assisted patients with billing inquiries
Author
Boston, MA
06.2023 - Current
- Traveled to Ethiopia to learn traditional recipes and adapt them into low-carb, high-fiber meals for patients managing diabetes and other chronic conditions
- Authored and self-published a culturally tailored Ethiopian cookbook on Amazon to promote accessible dietary education in underserved communities
- Conducted outreach to health and wellness companies for support, securing over 100 glucose monitors for future donation alongside the cookbook
Research Analyst
The Sumaira Foundation
01.2023 - Current
- Synthesized findings from 100+ peer-reviewed articles on health disparities
- Assist in securing event sponsorships by researching potential funders and conducting outreach
- Build and maintain clinician databases to support patient referrals and expand access to specialized care
- Coordinate logistics for national Patient Day events, including venue setup, floral arrangements, and scheduling to ensure smooth execution and a welcoming environment
UX Research Intern
AuxHealth
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Audited patient-AI interactions to optimize emergency triage software
- Proposed content improvements to enhance patient comprehension
- Provided feedback to train diagnostic AI systems
Cancer Research Intern
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Processed breast tissue samples and performed immunostaining
- Used HALO software to quantify immune cells
- Collaborated with PhDs and MDs, presented findings at lab meetings
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Biology
Harvard University
Cambridge, MASkills
- Patient Communication
- Data entry
- Inventory management
- Medical office administration
- Patient-focused care
- Data Analysis
- Electronic medical records
- Fluent in Amharic
Leadership And Mentoring
- Science Club for Girls Mentor
- Harvard Immunology Club Treasurer
- Boston Children's Cancer Research Camp Mentor
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Canton Urgent Care
08.2024 - Current
Author
06.2023 - Current
Research Analyst
The Sumaira Foundation
01.2023 - Current
UX Research Intern
AuxHealth
01.2023 - 01.2024
Cancer Research Intern
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Integrative Biology
Harvard University
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