Itunujesu Olonade
Beckley,WV
Summary
Motivated Medical Student with an interest in obstetrics and gynecology who demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of relevant medical concepts and laboratory procedures. Compassionate communicator provides patients with articulate and understandable care explanations. With a long-term goal is to work in maternal and fetal health care globally.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Peer Tutoring Coordinator/Peer Tutor
Avalon University School of Medicine
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with teachers, and administrators to determine how best to support student success.
- Managed approximately 15 tutors who provided tutoring to over 50 students.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Organized group study sessions for complex subjects, enabling collaborative problem-solving and peer-led learning opportunities.
- Advised tutees on proper study habits and organizational skills needed for maintaining consistent academic performance levels.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
Medical Scribe
Providence Health and Services
04.2017 - 12.2018
- Working one-on-one with 8 board-certified cardiologists and family doctors assisting with documentation for each patient evaluated by the doctor
- Documenting the history of each patient evaluated, the doctor’s physical examination, the results of laboratory/radiological studies ordered, and the eventual diagnosis and disposition
- First-rate exposure to medical terminology, disease processes, emergency procedures, medications, and the medical decision-making process performed by physicians.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
- Increased overall productivity of clinical staff by providing real-time scribing support during high-volume shifts, enabling better focus on direct patient care.
- Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
Community Health Advocate
Dornsife Center for Community Engagement
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Working at the Unify Community Health Clinic which serves the low-income population and refugees
- Serving in the West Central Community in Spokane through volunteer work at the Community Center
- Research and develop educational materials for staff members to use with clients: pregnancy-related nausea and provider identification cards for clients
- Serving as a member of the planning committee for the International Women’s Day Spokane event and recruiting volunteers who served as contact people for approximately 200 program attendees.
Health Advocate Intern
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Note taking and working alongside Community Health Services team members meeting the needs of clients being served by the clinic
- Specifically, the clients who are enrolled in the First Step program (women who are pregnant or with children up to age 12 months, and low income -receive Medicaid)
- Shadowing all professional providers in the clinic to learn how the US Federally Qualified Health Care Center meets the complex needs of their clients
- Assist clients in applying for insurance resources
- Meeting with clients who are English learners to assist them with understanding the American healthcare system
- Assisting patients with filling out paperwork and connecting them with resources
- Utilizing Epic software to prepare the necessary paperwork for patient information intake and registration.
Resident Assistant
Whitworth University
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Program Planning and effective time management skills
- Professional training in conflict management, community building and problem-solving
- Responsible for supporting the emotional well-being of 17 residents
- Facilitated group projects and worked effectively and efficiently with a leadership team of 12 peers
- Created and planned a diversity awareness primetime event called “The Culture of One” geared towards awareness of multifaceted identities that make a person and the disadvantages of imposing ones perception of others.
- Community building within the residence hall.
Campus Ministry Student Assistant
Whitworth University
09.2012 - 05.2014
- Administrative support in areas such as: Filling Facility request forms, Purchase reimbursement forms, Managing Small Group Coordinators' budgets, reimbursements, and budget reconciliation using Microsoft Excel, planning the Campus Ministry Fair
- Serving a receptionist
- Planning Baccalaureate and Commencement Services by: Filling out the Facility request forms
- Editing the podcasts for Chapel Services to be broadcast on the school’s website
- Set up for weekly chapel services and ensure chapel services ran smoothly.
Biology Teaching Assistant
Whitworth University
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Grading lab assignments and exams
- Established rapport with approximately 20 students through approachability, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Streamlined lab procedures for increased efficiency, ensuring students received ample hands-on experience during practical sessions.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments, and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
West Central Youth Development Specialist
West Central Community Center
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Facilitating educational programming for children ages 5 to 12 such as reading exercises to maintain a connection to their academics during the summer
- Overseeing safe recreation and activities for the children enrolled in the summer program
- Mentoring students on life skills, manners, and basic social skills
- Overseeing the summer meals program which involved planning and ordering meals for about 150 children.
- Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.
- Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for children to engage in groups in a safe environment.
- Developed individual and group programs to encourage prosocial behaviors.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Avalon University School of Medicine
Willemstad, Curacao05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Whitworth University
Spokane, WA12.2016
Skills
EPIC and MEDITECH trained
- Interpersonal Communication
- Health Care Exposure in the Emergency Room, Clinic, and Hospital Setting
- Program Planning and effective time management skills
- Professional training in conflict management, community building and problem-solving
- Asset Based Community Development
- Compassion Fatigue and Introvert Leadership
- Conflict Management
- Community building
- Attention to Detail
Serviceopportunities
- Faith Alive Foundation Hospital, Jos, Nigeria-02/2019- 05/2019, Observed complicated surgeries for the management of fibroids, cryptorchidism, and cesarean sections in low-resource environments, Assisted with wound care of multiple burn and traumatic injuries, Assisted with the management of the care of HIV-positive mothers and children, Assisted the midwives in labor and delivery
- Providence Health and Services, Spokane WA- Fall 2015- Spring 2016, Accurate data collection and input for patient registration, Giving breaks to parents by offering to sit with their child so they could take a break, Spending time with the patients in the pediatric oncology department, Working with children in the playroom, Assisted in the Emergency Room waiting room and interacting with people from different demographics, Ensured patients were comfortable and their rooms were clean.
- Our Lady of Apostles Hospital, Jos, Nigeria-Summer 2014, Actively assisting the doctor during surgery, Taking doctor's notes during patient consultation, Taking notes during consultations, and shadowed the doctor during hospital rounds
Certification
- Basic Life Support Training
- Advanced Certified Life Support Training
- HIPAA and OSHA Blood Pathogens Training
Timeline
Peer Tutoring Coordinator/Peer Tutor
Avalon University School of Medicine
01.2020 - 12.2020
Medical Scribe
Providence Health and Services
04.2017 - 12.2018
Biology Teaching Assistant
Whitworth University
09.2016 - 12.2016
West Central Youth Development Specialist
West Central Community Center
06.2016 - 08.2016
Health Advocate Intern
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
01.2016 - 02.2019
Community Health Advocate
Dornsife Center for Community Engagement
09.2015 - 05.2016
Resident Assistant
Whitworth University
09.2014 - 05.2015
Campus Ministry Student Assistant
Whitworth University
09.2012 - 05.2014
M.D. - Medicine
Avalon University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Whitworth University
- Basic Life Support Training
- Advanced Certified Life Support Training
- HIPAA and OSHA Blood Pathogens Training
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