Hsinyen (Sophia) Tu
Towson,Maryland
Summary
First-generation graduate and current first-year graduate student at Johns Hopkins University, pursuing biotechnology. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Biological Science. Experienced Medical Assistant with a strong background in patient care and clinical support. Fluent in English and Chinese, with excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Passionate about advancing healthcare access, navigating biotech regulations, and contributing to innovative biotechnology solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant, Pediatrics
Lifebridge Health
Timonium, MD
12.2023 - Current
- Documented medical data in patient charts, facilitating accurate records.
- Prepared examination rooms for incoming patients by stocking necessary materials and ensuring cleanliness of the room prior to patient arrival.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained patient records.
- Observed laboratory tests such as Urinalysis, Influenza A&B, Strep and RSV tests under the supervision of a physician.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with injections, phlebotomy, and other patient care procedures.
- Performed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure readings, height and weight measurements accurately and reported any abnormalities to the supervising physician.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Timonium, MD
09.2020 - 11.2024
- Communicated effectively with pharmacists, medical professionals and customers.
- Monitored inventory levels and maintained shelves, stocking with adequate supplies.
- Coordinated with prescriber or pharmacist to clarify issues or problems with dosing or instructions.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service and communication skills while assisting customers with their inquiries.
- Input patient and prescription information to produce product labels and assist in prescription filling process.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications and ensured accuracy of labels while complying with HIPPA rules and regulations.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD05-2027
Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
University of Maryland: Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD12.2023
Skills
- Bilingual
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Continuous improvement
- Discipline and accountability
- Responsibility
- Time management
Certification
- Pharmacy Technician License
- ServSafe Manager Certification
Research
Completed a 4-month research investigation on the novel bacteriophage Gamjatang. Presented findings as a scientific poster during the 10th Annual Phage Phest at UMBC on December 7, 2022., phagesdb.org/phages/Gamjatang/
Publications
Co-author on three bacteriophage genomes in NCBI, OQ938581, OQ938586, OQ995431
Timeline
Medical Assistant, Pediatrics
Lifebridge Health
12.2023 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
09.2020 - 11.2024
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
University of Maryland: Baltimore County
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