Katey Peretz
Westfield,NJ
Summary
Dynamic medical professional with extensive experience at Dr. Shefali Patel, excelling in patient assessment and clinical documentation. Proven ability to analyze data and enhance patient comfort through compassionate care. Recognized for strong communication skills and a commitment to improving patient outcomes in high-pressure environments as an EMT.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Dr. Shefali Patel
07.2026 - Current
- Assisted physician with gynecologic examinations and procedures, providing patient support and enhancing patient comfort.
- Prepare and maintain examination rooms, sterilize and organize instruments, and educate patients on treatment plans and medications directions.
- Obtain medical histories and vital signs and accurately document patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Emergency Medical Technician
Kenilworth Fire Department & Rescue Squad
05.2025 - Current
- Responded to 40–45 emergency calls, assisting with emergency transport and conducting patient assessments, including monitoring blood pressure, heart rate, and SpO2 levels.
- Performed hands-on emergency care including CPR, wound care, spinal motion restriction, and splinting while assisting with stabilization and transport of patients.
- Developed strong patient communication and clinical assessment skills while providing compassionate care.
Neuroscience Research Assistant
Lafayette College
12.2024 - 05.2026
- Investigated the link between knowledge, genetics, and maze-learning behavior to develop early identification of reading disabilities.
- Administered cognitive and behavioral assessments to kindergarten and second-grade students, evaluating mathematics, reading, and visuospatial processing.
- Performed statistical analysis of recorded data using IBM SPSS Statistics to identify patterns in cognitive and learning behavior.
- Presented research findings to the Society for Neuroscience (SfN) 2025 conference.
Biology Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Lafayette College
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Led five semesters of undergraduate biology laboratory sections, teaching experimental techniques and guiding students in mastering laboratory procedures and protocols.
- Mentored students through the design and completion of course-based undergraduate research experience providing guidance on experimental methods and data analysis.
- Evaluated student coursework and graded assignments while preparing laboratory materials and equipment.
Emergency Department Volunteer
St. Lukes Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Replenished essential medical supplies in patient rooms, supply closets, and nurse stations to support uninterrupted patient care.
- Assisted patients with non-clinical needs, including linen retrieval, wheelchair transportation, and emotional support to enhance patient comfort.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology
Lafayette College
Easton, PA05-2026
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Data analysis
- Laboratory techniques
Experience
St. Lukes Hospital, Emergency Department Volunteer, 2025-01, 2025-05, Ensure that essential medical supplies are consistently available by replenishing stock in patient rooms, supply closets, and nurse stations., Provide high quality assistance to patients through non-clinical needs such as linen retrieval, wheelchair assistance and emotional reassurance.
Leadership
- Vice President of Recruitment, Delta Gamma Sorority
- October 2024 December 2025
- Directed and managed a team of 75 members to meet recruitment goals.
- Promote and develop new recruitment techniques to improve new member retention.
- Prepare for recruitment process through extensive research and communication with present members.
- Captain, Lafayette Womens Club Soccer
- November 2023 May 2024
- Organized practice plans for each practice including team warm-ups, drills, and conditioning.
- Organize games with other universities through communication and meetings.
- Biology Peer Mentor Program, Lafayette College
- September 2024 November 2025
- Provide academic and social support to new students in the biology field.
- Guide them along their first year of college through advice during bimonthly meetings.
- Enable a sense of belonging so they experience greater connection to the STEM fields.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Dr. Shefali Patel
07.2026 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Kenilworth Fire Department & Rescue Squad
05.2025 - Current
Emergency Department Volunteer
St. Lukes Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025
Neuroscience Research Assistant
Lafayette College
12.2024 - 05.2026
Biology Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Lafayette College
08.2024 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology
Lafayette College