Junéa Naresa Augustus
Mount Vernon
Summary
Incoming Emergency Medicine resident physician with a solid foundation in clinical medicine, behavioral health, and public health. Experience in leadership and mentorship roles. Proven track record of excellence in emergency and psychiatry rotations, clerkship honors, and hands-on experience as an emergency department medical scribe and behavioral therapist. Dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. Excited to utilize diverse clinical background, research contributions, and commitment to community wellness in a dynamic emergency medicine setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Therapist
Finni Health
03.2025 - Current
- Provide individualized behavioral therapy to children with autism, tracking progress and adjusting treatment plans to meet evolving needs.
- Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and support.
- Visited clients at home, school and other settings to leverage expertise and positively impact individuals' lives with skilled interventions.
Behavioral Therapist
Yellow Bus ABA Therapy Services
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive, customized treatment plans for each client.
- Increased client progress by implementing individualized treatment plans targeting specific behavioral goals.
- Promoted social skill development through group therapy sessions and structured play activities.
Emergency Medicine Sub-Intern
Garnet Health Medical Center
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with attending physicians and senior residents to develop comprehensive care plans for patients in the emergency department.
- Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions under the supervision of attending physicians.
- Provided basic clinical care to established standards and documented and reported patient observations to licensed staff.
Emergency Department Medical Scribe
St. Joseph’s Medical Center
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Documented patient encounters in real-time alongside emergency medicine physicians.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
- Demonstrated adaptability and resourcefulness when faced with unexpected changes or challenges in the emergency department environment.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Medical University of The Americas
Nevis, West Indies 03.2025
Master of Public Health - Behavioral Sciences and Health Promotion
New York Medical College
Valhalla, NY05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Biology
Florida International University
Miami, FL12-2013
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Flexible and adaptable
- Compassion and empathy
- Critical thinking
Certification
- USMLE Step 1 – Pass
- USMLE Step 2CK – Pass
- ECFMG Certified (Exp. 12/31/2025)
- BLS Certified (Exp. 02/2026)
- ACLS Certified (Exp. 05/2027)
- PALS Certified (Exp. 05/2027)
- HIPAA Training (Exp. 04/2026)
- Infection Control Certification
Awards
Clerkship Honors: Pediatrics, OB/GYN, and Psychiatry (2022 – 2023)
Dean’s List: Florida International University (Fall 2009 – Fall 2011)
Affiliations
- American College of Emergency Physicians
- Emergency Medicine Residents’ Association
- American Medical Student Association
- American Psychiatric Association
- Psychiatry Student Interest Group Network
- Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity
- Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology
Publications
- Augustus, J.N. et al. (2014). “A pilot study of stimulant medication…” Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology, 24(10), 582-585.
- Augustus, J.N. et al. (2014). “Does pharmacological treatment of ADHD…” CNS Drugs, 28(7), 665-667.
- Augustus, J.N. (2023). Fahr’s Syndrome: A Clinical Case Presentation. Garnet Health Medical Center.
- Augustus, J.N. (2023). Neurodevelopmental Disorders. One Brooklyn Health System.
Clerkships
- Emergency Medicine Sub-Internship, Garnet Health Medical Center, NY (09/2023)
- Emergency Psychiatry, Interfaith Medical Center, NY (05/2023 – 06/2023)
- Emergency Room Ultrasound, Good Samaritan University Hospital, NY (12/2023)
- Adult Psychiatry Sub-Internship, Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital, DC (07/2023)
- Family Medicine, Ellis Hospital, NY (10/2023)
- Internal Medicine, Mission Community Hospital, CA (10/2022 – 01/2023)
- Surgery, Mission Community Hospital, CA (01/2023 – 04/2023)
- Psychiatry, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Neurology, Infectious Disease, and more
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Photography
- Aerial Yoga
- Traveling
- Global Emergency Medicine
- Emergency Medical Services
Timeline
Behavioral Therapist
Finni Health
03.2025 - Current
Behavioral Therapist
Yellow Bus ABA Therapy Services
03.2024 - 03.2025
Emergency Medicine Sub-Intern
Garnet Health Medical Center
09.2023 - 09.2023
Emergency Department Medical Scribe
St. Joseph’s Medical Center
06.2018 - 12.2018
M.D. - Medicine
Medical University of The Americas
Master of Public Health - Behavioral Sciences and Health Promotion
New York Medical College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Biology
Florida International University
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