Jake Debien
Palm City,FL
Summary
Dynamic student seeking entry into the Medical Device Sales Industry. I have experience at Gainesville Prosthetics, where I utilized AI to enhance patient education and fostered trust through empathetic communication. As a leader for diabetes advocacy, I raised over $40,000 for research and orchestrated impactful volunteer events, showcasing my strong organizational skills and commitment to community support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Gainesville Prosthetics
Gainesville, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Facilitated patient consultations for doctors, focusing on device selection and medical needs through biomechanics and AI expertise.
- Assisted in recording clinical notes and facilitated patient follow-up processes.
- Engaged with patients to clarify product information and address concerns, fostering trust through clear communication and empathy.
- Utilized AI to translate intricate product details into user-friendly resources for patient and doctor education.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of prosthetic products, their applications, and case-specific variations in product selection.
- Cultivated understanding of relationship building within medical environments.
Barback
Dave & Buster's
Port St. Lucie, FL
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a high-pressure environment.
- Interacted with customers to strengthen rapport and effectively address conflict resolution.
Relocation Specialist
Stuart, FL
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in loading and unloading items from trucks, ensuring safe handling of all goods.
- Collaborated with team members to execute moving plans and optimize workflow processes.
- Communicated effectively with team leads regarding inventory needs and delivery schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Physiology And Kinesiology
05-2026
Skills
Vice President/Co-Founder The Diabetes Link
(Diabetes Awareness Club - University of Florida)
- Developed a campus wide club to bring awareness about Type One Diabetes and create a support network for students living with T1D
- Promote education and advocacy for those unable to afford life saving medical care and medication
Community Involvement
President & Founder of "Tackle T1D" (Fundraising team)
Spokesperson for JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation)
- Raised over $40,000 for research to find a cure for Type One Diabetes.
- Recognized as a leader in fundraising being in the top 10%.
- Conducted speeches at fundraising events and shared my journey and experiences living with T1D to promote education, research and advocacy.
- Collaborated with JDRF to produce an educational video documenting "a day in the life of a T1D" to be used in their fundraising and awareness initiatives.
Timeline
Intern - Gainesville Prosthetics
01.2026 - Current
Barback - Dave & Buster's
05.2025 - 08.2025
Relocation Specialist -
05.2023 - 08.2023
University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Applied Physiology And Kinesiology