Jad Yacteen
Germantown,TN
Summary
Driven biomedical engineering student and aspiring physician with a strong foundation in research, clinical care, and collaborative problem-solving. Experienced in orthopedic-focused biomechanics projects and emergency department scribing, bridging the gap between engineering principles and human health. Passionate about improving patient outcomes through innovation, teamwork, and compassionate care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant - Biomechanics Lab
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN
03.2025 - Current
- Designed and refined a custom drop-weight impactor to simulate blunt-force knee trauma
- Performed anatomical dissections and palpation to assess structural injury and locate the infrapatellar fat pad (IFP)
- Contributed to experimental modeling comparing IFP retention vs. surgical resection in OA development
- Supported micro-CT imaging protocol development and histology planning for joint tissue analysis
- Communicated findings and device design improvements to a multidisciplinary research team
Emergency Department Medical Scribe & Scribe Trainer
Saint Francis Hospital
Memphis-Bartlett, TN
06.2024 - Current
- Document real-time patient encounters including history, physical exams, and treatment plans
- Record diagnostic results (labs, imaging), track orders, and assist with efficient patient flow
- Prepare discharge instructions and document specialty consultations and follow-up plans
- Communicate with physicians and nursing staff to clarify documentation and patient care details
- Train and mentor new scribes in EMR workflow, documentation standards, and hospital protocols
- Provide ongoing performance feedback and serve as point of contact during onboarding
Service Porter
Volvo of Memphis
Memphis, TN
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Greeted and directed customers to appropriate service departments
- Assisted with service workflow by coordinating between technicians and advisors
- Performed routine service support including tire pressure checks, oil top-offs, and car wash coordination
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN05.2027
High School Diploma -
Houston High School
Germantown, TN05.2023
Skills
- MATLAB
- Critical Thinking
- Dissection
- Injury Threshold Assessment
- Protocol Development
- Medical documentation
- Experimental design
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
Leadership Experience
Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE), Member, University of Memphis, 04/25, Present, Participate in fraternity events promoting leadership, philanthropy, and campus involvement
Certification
- CITI Program - Biomedical Research with Human Subjects, 2025
- IACUC Training - Animal Research Ethics and Procedures, 2025
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Training, 2024
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant - Biomechanics Lab
University of Memphis
03.2025 - Current
Emergency Department Medical Scribe & Scribe Trainer
Saint Francis Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Service Porter
Volvo of Memphis
06.2022 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of Memphis
High School Diploma -
Houston High School
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