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Jordan Weiss

Cleveland,OH

Summary

Reliable graduate student with in-depth medical academic background and extensive clinical experience. Detail-oriented and dedicated to providing patients with high quality, individualized care. Strong team member and works well in both collaborative and independent work environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Allegheny General Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • 8C General Surgery Unit
  • Communicating with Spanish, non-english speaking patients and families to personalize care -
  • Post-mortem care
  • Assisting patients with general hygienic processes: bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, etc.
  • Monitoring at-risk, mentally ill, and distressed patients with 1-on-1 care
  • Comforting and delivering personalized care and support to all patients
  • Training new employees
  • Dry dressing changes, blood sugar monitoring, bladder scans, vitals, assist with straight-catheter procedures
  • Charting via Epic

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Wagner Neuroscience Research Lab, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh/UPMC
09.2020 - 04.2022
  • Performed research into potential neuroprotective effects of sex steroids after TBI, the influence of various demographics on hormone levels, and potential advantages of using hormones as biomarkers in the prediction of TBI outcome
  • Analyzed the relationship between preexisting conditions such as mental illness, drug use, alcohol abuse, and previous medical history with frequency and severity of seizures and brain damage
  • Generated data models and helped produce reports outlining results and comparing hormone profiles using Graphpad, Microsoft Excel, and R
  • Began acquisition of higher-level wet lab skills with blood and CSF samples and familiarization of programs such as R and Prism
  • Transcribed paper data into online record database and proofread for errors
  • Assisted faculty members with research assignments on seizure and CT abstraction projects

Shadowing

Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
03.2024 - Current

-Shadowed Dr. Erica Roesch in patient visits and consultations

-Listened to breath sounds and vital sounds while learning about various diagnoses and pathologies

-Spoke to parents and patients to gather history and learn about patient's presenting symptoms

-Observed charting and creation of treatment plans

-Collaborated with internal medicine doctors of different specialties such as GI, ENT, and occupational therapy


Shadowing

UPMC: Department of Thoracics and Foregut
10.2019 - 10.2019
  • Shadowed Dr. James Luketich, M.D., Thoracics and Foregut -Observed laparoscopic fundoplication procedure alongside surgeons in O.R.

Shadowing

Allegheny General Hospital: Department of Cardiothoracics
02.2019
  • Observed coronary artery bypass grady (CABG) open heart procedure

Shadowing

Allegheny Health Network: Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Shadowed Dr
  • David Dietrick, D.O., OB-GYN -Attended routine examinations and procedures, such as birth control placement, collection of samples for cancer screenings, and annual examinations -Observed examinations of mother and fetus in various stages of pregnancy -Learned about female reproductive conditions and pregnancy normalities/abnormalities

Server/Bartender

Texas Roadhouse
04.2021 - 09.2021
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.

Server

Outback Steakhouse
04.2019 - 03.2020
  • Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Education

Master of Science - Medical Physiology

Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH
05.2025

B.S. Neuroscience - Neuroscience

University of Pittsburgh
04.2023

Skills

  • Proficient in Spanish Language
  • Adaptable and fast learner
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Basic Life Support

Activities And Affiliations

  • Kappa Kappa Gamma, Gamma Epsilon Chapter, 02/01/20, Present, Member, Sisterhood dedicated to upholding values of friendship, education, and philanthropy. Participated in and helped coordinate philanthropy and sisterhood events, recruitment, and blood drives. Encouraged members to foster a positive attitude of acceptance and support as well as a sense of community.
  • Order of Omega Honors Leadership Fraternity, 09/01/21, Present, Member
  • Gamma Sigma Alpha Honors Fraternity, 02/01/22, Present, Member
  • Take Back the Night, 02/01/22, Present, Member

Volunteer Experience

  • Northeast Ohio Boys and Girls Club: Franklin D. Roosevelt Academy 02/22/24, Provided academic assistance and mentorship to children ages K-8, assisted faculty and team members with group activities and academic/emotional education
  • Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, 08/01/20, 02/01/21, Entrance Screener, 60, Performed temperature and symptom checks on incoming employees, patients, and families, Assisted incoming patients and family members in finding their departments
  • Kolor Me Kaydee Run, 10/01/20
  • Delta Sigma Chi American Red Cross Fundraiser, 02/01/20
  • St. Clair Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, 08/01/18, 12/01/18, Patient Escort, 200, Escort patients to testing, scans, and discharges

Timeline

Shadowing

Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
03.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Allegheny General Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2023

Server/Bartender

Texas Roadhouse
04.2021 - 09.2021

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Wagner Neuroscience Research Lab, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh/UPMC
09.2020 - 04.2022

Shadowing

UPMC: Department of Thoracics and Foregut
10.2019 - 10.2019

Shadowing

Allegheny Health Network: Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics
08.2019 - 08.2021

Server

Outback Steakhouse
04.2019 - 03.2020

Shadowing

Allegheny General Hospital: Department of Cardiothoracics
02.2019

Master of Science - Medical Physiology

Case Western Reserve University

B.S. Neuroscience - Neuroscience

University of Pittsburgh
Jordan Weiss