Iris Lin
Waco,TX
Summary
Pre-med Biochemistry student with three years of experience in patient care across hospice and clinical settings. Demonstrates proficiency in sterile techniques, team collaboration, and patient engagement. Committed to providing compassionate patient care, supporting clinical teams, and gaining practical experience in a hospital setting. Aiming to apply my relevant educational background and experience to Patient Care Technician or Emergency Department Technician role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Acupuncturist Assistant
Chinese Medicine Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Supported acupuncturist during treatment sessions, ensuring patient comfort during needle insertion.
- Assisted acupuncturist in preparing treatment rooms and ensure a clean treatment environment for over 80 patients following strict hygiene and safety protocols.
- Prepare acupuncture needles, ensuring their cleanliness and proper sterilization techniques.
Volunteer
Bluebonnet Hospice
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, fostering comfort and trust.
- Assisted patients with basic needs, such as mobility and daily activities.
- Collaborated with hospice staff to monitor patient well-being and report changes.
Volunteer
Ascension Providence Hospital - GI Surgical Unit
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted nurses and staff with phones, records, and patient flow.
- Delivered lab samples and medical supplies, ensuring smooth operations in the surgical unit.
- Observed patient care and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Research
Baylor University Department of Biology
10.2023 - Current
- Identified the suppression of mechanosensation deficiencies in Caenorhabditis elegans through the administration of prednisone.
- Performed touch assays to quantify sensory response, applied pharmacological treatments, and analyzed effects on mechanosensory neurons using microscopy.
- Awarded "Folmar Research Grant" on research project "Touch Assay Analysis of Prednisone Suppression of Mechanosensation Deficiency of Lev-11/Tropomyosin in Caenorhadbitis elegans."
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Baylor University
Waco, TX12-2025
Skills
- Patient care & communication
- Vital signs monitoring & basic clinical procedures
- Assisting patients with mobility and daily living tasks
- Specimen collection and lab sample handling
- Laboratory techniques: PCR, microscopy, UV-Vis spectroscopy
- Team collaboration & time management
Languages
English
Mandarin
Timeline
Volunteer
Ascension Providence Hospital - GI Surgical Unit
09.2024 - 02.2025
Volunteer
Bluebonnet Hospice
10.2023 - 04.2024
Research
Baylor University Department of Biology
10.2023 - Current
Acupuncturist Assistant
Chinese Medicine Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Baylor University
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