Jillian Thomas
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
I am a hard-working student studying neuroscience, with knowledge of customer service, scientific laboratory operations, clinical skills, childcare and classroom management, and distribution management. I am a diligent worker with excellent communication & collaboration, time management, and computer skills. Additionally, I am driven and detail-oriented with a desire to use analytical and problem-solving skills to meet goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Outreach Clinic Assistant
Volunteers Around the World
- Communicated with patients in both English and Spanish to ensure smooth transition between our team and the physicians, creating a safe environment for patients.
- Performed basic clinical skills such as height and weight, blood pressure, IV administration, blood-taking, glucose tests, and more.
- Communicated with other assistants and physicians about each patient in detail, kept good records of each patient and the course of action; communicated this with the patient and their family.
- CPR Certified through this role: HSI Organization, Registry Number 288555
Infant Room Student Assistant
University Child Development Center, University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
08.2025 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in infant room, reorganized toys, books, food items, and cleaning supplies
- Provided emotional and development support to children ages 3 months to 18 months, helped regulate developmentally appropriate behaviors and aid children in exploring their environment and peers
- Assisted with diapering, meal times, nap times, and structured free play
- Formulated, executed, and helped with academic, artistic, and physical activities in the classroom and on the playground/outside
- Collaborated with lead teachers, other infant teachers in the building, and parents of students to create a safe and fun learning environment for each child
Server/Expo Manager
Testa Rossa Glen Mills
Glen Mills, PA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported smooth daily operations by opening and closing both the kitchen/expo line and formal dining areas.
- Delivered food to tables promptly, announcing each dish to ensure accurate service and guest satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation of the dining area by clearing, cleaning, and resetting tables quickly and efficiently.
- Prepared and broke down outdoor seating daily, including folding umbrellas, storing place settings, covering furniture, and sweeping or power washing surfaces.
- Performed detailed indoor cleaning, including vacuuming, sweeping, and dusting, including chair and table bottoms and baseboards, to maintain a polished dining environment.
- Memorized restaurant layout, menu items, and service protocols to assist guests and support efficient front-of-house operations.
- Operated the expo line on weekdays, coordinating with kitchen staff to time and fire orders accurately and ensure complete, timely delivery of dishes.
- Polished and restocked silverware and plates to uphold fine dining standards across the restaurant.
Research Intern
Wistar Institute
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Performed statistical analysis on collected data sets and wrote summaries of results.
- Performed scientific lab experiments to test the efficiency of a potential new cancer drug.
- Entered and managed data using spreadsheets or databases.
- Assisted in interpreting research findings and drawing conclusions.
- Worked collaboratively with other research team members to ensure project success.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for research projects.
- Presented data to senior researchers, demonstrated understanding of scientific method and processes.
- Compiled laboratory test data to perform appropriate analyses.
- Analyzed existing research to inform further action on given projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Neuroscience
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05-2028
High School Diploma - undefined
Strath Haven High School
Wallingford, PA05-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Money handling
- Flexible schedule
- Reliability and punctuality
- Basic computer operations
- Clinical skills
- Scientific laboratory operations
- Childcare/classroom management
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA regulations
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
Certification
- CPR & Infant CPR/AED/First Aid Certified, HSI Institute, November 2025. Registry Number 288555
Timeline
Infant Room Student Assistant
University Child Development Center, University of Pittsburgh
08.2025 - Current
Server/Expo Manager
Testa Rossa Glen Mills
05.2025 - 08.2025
Research Intern
Wistar Institute
07.2023 - 08.2023
Medical Outreach Clinic Assistant
Volunteers Around the World
High School Diploma - undefined
Strath Haven High School
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Neuroscience
University of Pittsburgh