Kade Scott
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record of hard work and experience, excelling in teamwork and collaboration. Expertise in patient care and interpersonal communication honed through diverse roles, from healthcare volunteering experiences to Spanish medical translation. Achieved significant campaign victories and advanced educational equity, showcasing organizational prowess and a commitment to community development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Appalachian Young Democrats
Young Democrats of America
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with like-minded, community-based individuals to found this group in early 2024
- Actively recruited and promoted local candidates during the 2024 Primary and General elections in Kentucky
- Attended statewide conferences
- Met with local, state, and national policy-makers
- Advocated for expanded healthcare access and affordability
- Advocated for economic growth, support, and development in Appalachia
- Advocated for improved public education in Kentucky
Healthcare Volunteering
Big Sandy Health Care
06.2019 - Current
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies and healthy lifestyle choices, empowering them to take control of their health outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear communication regarding treatment plans, progress updates, and discharge instructions.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by actively listening to concerns and promptly addressing their needs.
- Led a successful initiative that allowed patients to access healthcare information + request visits remotely
- Regularly participate in volunteer drives and special community events, notably the yearly Christmas celebrations
International Service Learning
University of Louisville
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Participated in a course with the university's International Service Learning Program which was aimed at service abroad in Belize.
- Prepared resources and educational materials to distribute to students in several areas in Belize
- Traveled to Belize with my classmates where we volunteered in a number of capacities. Notably, working in a local high school where I had the opportunity to connect with students about going to medical school in the US.
- Spent time working with the Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society where I assisted them with ecological preservation efforts such as animal tagging and tracking.
GEMS Program
University of Louisville
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Regularly attended clinical learning sessions, including suture clinics, first-aid trainings, etc.
- Volunteered under healthcare professionals, typically at UofL Health facilities
- Led and completed yearly community service projects, followed by an annual presentation showcase
Spanish Medical Translator
Family Community Clinic
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted in the development of multilingual patient education materials, ensuring accessibility to vital information.
- Updated internal databases with translated content, ensuring easy access for healthcare professionals and staff.
- Developed glossaries of specialized medical terms unique to specific departments or physician specialties for efficient reference during translations.
- Enhanced patient comprehension by accurately translating complex medical terminology and concepts.
- Developed my own skills as a novice Spanish speaker to utilize further as a practicing physician
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of Louisville
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Supported faculty members with administrative tasks including lab facilitation, updating class records, and task completion assistance.
- Streamlined communication between students and professors by managing in-class communication and responding to email inquiries promptly.
- Boosted students'' confidence in their abilities through continuous positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on assignments.
- Nurtured a positive learning environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and respect for diverse opinions.
Education Commissioner's Advisory Council
Kentucky Department of Education
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Represented eastern Kentucky students on the council
- Served as a liaison to the Commissioner of Education, Governor, and statewide education officials
- Developed projects aimed at advancing educational equity, access, and quality.
Campaign Field Director
Kentucky Democratic Party
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Secured campaign success through effective management of volunteer recruitment
- Established strong relationships with local organizations, fostering collaboration on shared objectives.
- Carried out door-to-door operations in rural and remote Central Appalachia (eastern Kentucky)
- Helped candidates outperform national expectations by double-digit margins, leading to a statewide victory
Education
M.D. - Medicine
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Louisville, KY05-2028
Bachelor of Arts - Biology + Chemistry
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05-2024
Associate of Science - Biology
Big Sandy Community And Technical College
Prestonsburg, KY05-2021
Skills
- Patient care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Basic Spanish
- Student engagement teaching
- Organization
- Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Appalachian Young Democrats
Young Democrats of America
01.2024 - Current
International Service Learning
University of Louisville
01.2024 - 05.2024
Spanish Medical Translator
Family Community Clinic
06.2023 - 04.2024
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
University of Louisville
01.2023 - 05.2023
GEMS Program
University of Louisville
08.2021 - 05.2024
Education Commissioner's Advisory Council
Kentucky Department of Education
08.2020 - 07.2021
Campaign Field Director
Kentucky Democratic Party
07.2019 - 11.2019
Healthcare Volunteering
Big Sandy Health Care
06.2019 - Current
M.D. - Medicine
University of Louisville School of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Biology + Chemistry
University of Louisville
Associate of Science - Biology
Big Sandy Community And Technical College
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