Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
Additional Information
Community Service
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Karan Patel

Hatfield,Pennsylvania

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cardiac Technician

Grandview Health
10.2022 - Current

Experience/Skills gained as a student during the clinical year:

Performed comprehensive

  • Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when transcribing physician orders for diagnostic testing or therapeutic interventions related to cardiac health management plans.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing accurate electrocardiograms and holter monitor placements.
  • Expedited test result availability for physicians through meticulous documentation practices and timely communication.
  • Assisted in the orientation and training of new staff members, fostering an inclusive learning environment that promoted growth within the profession.
  • Increased patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of procedures and answering questions.
  • Understanding the diagnostic protocol that comes from the resulting of an EKG order as well as interpreting procedure results.

Laboratory Assistant

La Salle University
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Properly handled and cultured specimen, interpreted gram stains
  • Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
  • Reduced sample contamination risks through rigorous adherence to proper specimen handling techniques.
  • Enhanced lab safety measures by conducting regular equipment maintenance and implementing updated protocols.
  • Supported scientific investigations by preparing necessary reagents, solutions, and materials for various experiments.

University Teaching Assistant

La Salle University
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Assisted professors with course preparation, ensuring timely delivery of materials and efficient use of resources.
  • Fostered a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere by encouraging group work and peer feedback during class activities.
  • Assisted with development and implementation of new course materials to enhance learning experience.
  • Preparation of laboratory experiments: Assist with live materials (i.e., plants, fish, and animals). Manage storage and clean out of preserved specimens.
  • Perform routine maintenance of small equipment.
  • Assisted with filing and organizing.( Courier messages and internal communications around campus as needed. Monitor prep lab)

Patient Care Coordinator

Amin Medical Center
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
  • Implemented a more efficient system for managing medical records, resulting in faster access to crucial information during patient visits.
  • Evaluated and optimized office workflows for peak efficiency, identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes to better serve patients and staff alike.
  • Coordinated with insurance companies for accurate billing and claim processing, reducing errors and financial discrepancies.
  • Provided compassionate support for families during difficult healthcare decisions, acting as a liaison between them and their loved ones'' medical team.
  • Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
  • Provided an advanced level of medical care to patients while following COVID-19 Protocols and guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA
12.2023

No Degree - Biological And Physical Sciences

Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA
06.2024

No Degree - Physics

Doane College
Crete, NE
01.2022

No Degree - Chemistry

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
06.2021

Certification

BLS - Basic Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

AHA Healthcare Provider CPR Certification


Additional Information


Clinical Shadowing:

  • Lansdale Plastic Surgery (July 2020)

- Dr. Floyd Herman, MD

  • Alderfer and Travis Cardiology

- Dr. Miroslawa Jablonski-Cohen, MD (January 2022)

  • Grandview Emergency Medicine
- Rachel N Jesiolowski, PA-C (2023-current)
  • Buxmont Cardiology Inpatient

- Courtney Roberts, PA-C (2024-current)


Academic Achievements:

  • Life Science Innovations course award recipient awards by: The Wistar Institute

Poster Presentations:

  • Isolation & characterization of Novel Phages in the Environment (2019)
  • Chelonioidea: Environment, Geographical Location, and Size (2020)
  • Antibiotic resistance (2022)
  • The Fundamentals of Western Blot (2023)
  • Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate- an inducer of cellular senescence?
    (2023)

Community Service

Community Health Fair 

  • The 8th annual Health Fair provided free wellness checks, screenings, and health information to students and community members, there were over 60 vendors representing local healthcare providers and wellness specialists from the areas of elder care, nutrition, health and wellness, preventative medicine, HIV/AIDS education, cancer treatment and more.

The Basket at La Salle

  • My role at the basket was to organize and help coordinate vendors who would drop off food. I worked alongside Dr.Frank the founder of the program and 3 other students who helped run this program. The Basket has developed into a much bigger organization and now provides more goods to students at La Salle. This experience helped me better understand the support that a community give to its residents.

Loaves and fishes Soup Kitchen

  • We were able to serve warm cooked meals and pre-packaged non-perishable goods for 400 individuals who struggle with food insecurities and/or are homeless. We were also able to provide warm clothing (gloves, socks, coats etc.)

Skippack Pharmacy COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

  • I was among 500 volunteers I was able to assist medical providers who were administering the COVID-19 Vaccine to community members. We vaccinated 4700 individuals in 1 day!

Skippack Pharmacy COVID-19 Booster Clinic

  • Volunteered as a medical assistant for a nurse practitioner and aided in administering the COVID-19 Booster doses.

Missionaries Of Charity

  • We cooked and provided meals for 150 orphaned children, also donated clothing and hygiene products to help accommodate their needs since their living conditions were not as fortunate as others. This was a great way for us to be able to help support children who suffer from disabilities.

Timeline

Cardiac Technician

Grandview Health
10.2022 - Current

Laboratory Assistant

La Salle University
01.2022 - 05.2022

University Teaching Assistant

La Salle University
08.2021 - 12.2021

Patient Care Coordinator

Amin Medical Center
03.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biology

La Salle University

No Degree - Biological And Physical Sciences

Montgomery County Community College

No Degree - Physics

Doane College

No Degree - Chemistry

Temple University
Karan Patel