Gurkarn Singh
Davis,CA
Summary
Motivated and aspiring pre-dental student with a strong academic background and passion for oral health care. Possesses excellent communication skills and a dedication to serving others. Committed to pursuing further education in dentistry to make a positive impact on the oral health of individuals and communities. Demonstrates proficiency in relevant coursework and hands-on experience gained through various volunteer opportunities. Eager to contribute knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm to a dynamic dental team while continuing to grow and learn in the field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CLINIC MANAGER
ELAAJ COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE
SACRAMENTO, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Provide training to volunteers on taking patient vitals and uploading patient information into our EMR system
- Undertake responsibility for organizing monthly clinics and restocking clinic supplies.
- Maintained effective communication with patients regarding their treatments, medications, follow-up visits.
CLUB MEMBER
UCD OPERATION SMILE
DAVIS, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Give back to the community by attending events and helping to fundraise for cleft palate and cleft lip surgeries.
CLUB MEMBER
UCD PRE-DENTAL SOCIETY
DAVIS, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Gain exposure to the field of dentistry by learning about the dental school application process and listening to presentations from practicing dentists.
- Attend PDS events and socials to help engage with the dental community and dental professionals.
Khalsa Aid Volunteer
Khalsa Aid
Sacramento, CA
02.2020 - Current
- Provide humanitarian aid to the homeless community within the Sacramento area.
- Help distribute personal hygiene products, blankets and food to the homeless.
General Dentist Shadow
G. Sohi Dental
Sacramento, CA
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Maintained cleanliness of dental instruments and equipment before and after each patient visit.
- Worked closely with Dr. Sohi, dental hygienists and assistants.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
BIO-INNOVATION LAB
DAVIS, CA
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Research methods to improve cell confluence, adhesion and microfluidic chip design
- As part of the cell team: Passage and maintain MDCK and MEF cell confluence
- Perform weekly cell checks to ensure cells are healthy enough to undergo experimentation
- As part of the design team: make microfluidic chips using a PDMS base for the experimentation
- Test microfluidic chips and their single-cell capture rate.
CLINIC COORDINATOR
BHAGAT PURAN SINGH HEALTH INITIATIVE
DAVIS, CA
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Organize and coordinate biweekly clinics with doctors in the greater Sacramento Area.
- Coordinate volunteer involvement by disseminating timely email reminders about upcoming clinics and distributing sign-up sheets to volunteers.
- Provide vitals training to volunteers and oversee clinic operations.
- Create and distribute various health pamphlets to community members from a preventative healthcare perspective.
CLUB PRESIDENT
UCD SIKH CULTURAL ASSOCIATION
DAVIS, CA
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Locate facilities for 40+ events, verifying venue capacity to meet COVID compliances
- Spearhead events ranging from mental health discussions in the Punjabi Community to club socials to create a sense of belonging for incoming Punjabi students
- Oversee the assignment of responsibilities to board members throughout the school year and lead board meetings to ensure effective communication.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY -
THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS
06-2024
Skills
- Languages: English, Punjabi, Hindi
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Management
References
- Taran Hundal, Elaaj Community Healthcare Clinic Administrator, (916)-865-7756
- Andrew Yao, BioInnovation Laboratory Manager, aiyao@ucdavis.edu
- Harsheen Lamba, BPSHI President, hlamba@ucdavis.edu
Hobbies and Interests
- Gym
- Hiking
- Cooking
Timeline
General Dentist Shadow
G. Sohi Dental
11.2023 - 11.2023
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
BIO-INNOVATION LAB
05.2022 - 06.2023
CLINIC MANAGER
ELAAJ COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE
01.2021 - Current
CLUB MEMBER
UCD OPERATION SMILE
01.2021 - Current
CLUB MEMBER
UCD PRE-DENTAL SOCIETY
01.2021 - Current
CLINIC COORDINATOR
BHAGAT PURAN SINGH HEALTH INITIATIVE
01.2021 - 06.2023
Khalsa Aid Volunteer
Khalsa Aid
02.2020 - Current
CLUB PRESIDENT
UCD SIKH CULTURAL ASSOCIATION
01.2020 - 06.2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY -
THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS
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