Kiara Peña
Tampa ,FL
Summary
I am a Fourth-year health sciences major at the University of South Florida on a pre-med track. I am passionate about exploring the intersections of the public and healthcare. My academic journey is driven by a commitment to improving patient outcomes and expanding healthcare access. I am actively seeking opportunities to gain hands-on experience in clinical and research settings to further my understanding of patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary/ Risk Management Officer
Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity
Tampa, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Managed attendance records, membership documentation, and chapter compliance for an organization of over 140 pre-medical students
- Developed and presented risk management education on topics including professionalism, digital footprint awareness, event safety, and organizational policies.
- Utilized Google Sheets, Canvas, and other organizational platforms to streamline attendance tracking, event verification, and membership management.
- Oversaw and provided guidance to the Marketing Chair, Historian, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair, ensuring completion of chapter initiatives and alignment with organizational goals
Interpreter
BRIDGE Healthcare Clinic
08.2025 - Current
- Accurately translated medical information between physicians and Spanish-speaking patients, ensuring clear communication of diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient concerns.
- Interpreted patients' questions, symptoms, and feedback to facilitate comprehensive, patient-centered care.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and cultural sensitivity, strengthening the patient-provider relationship and improving healthcare access and outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of South Florida- I-HOPE Lab, Dr. Marilyn Stern
Tampa, Florida
09.2023 - Current
- Participated in lab meetings to discuss project updates and strategies.
- Planned and organized research projects, created timelines, and tracked progress.
- Meets with participants to collect dietary and anthropometric data using ASA-24, REDCap and excel.
- Developed video format resources aimed at improving participant compliance and reducing technical barriers to study rural latino and pediatric cancer survivor populations.
- Worked on literature reviews on food insecurity in undergraduate populations.
- Assist with data collection on MCARES, a pilot study on sun cancer prevention in rural latinos.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2025 - 04.2026
- Prepares and fills prescriptions in an accurate and timely manner.
- Receives prescription orders via patient or online and accurately verifies.
- Established and updated patient profiles, medications and insurance details.
- Consulted with customers via telephone or in-person to assist with navigating pharmacy systems and completing requests.
Marketing Chair
University of South Florida - Phi Delta Epsilon Medical Fraternity, Florida Epsilon Chapter
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Oversees all chapter marketing efforts, managing the marketing committee who assist in content creation.
- Organizes, edits, and schedules posts to ensure consistent outreach across social media platforms.
- Designs graphics, coordinates event coverage, and monitors engagement analytics.
- Collaborates with the executive board to promote chapter initiatives, support recruitment, and maintain a strong digital presence.
- Developed promotional materials to enhance visibility of fraternity initiatives and events.
- Coordinated social media campaigns to effectively communicate fraternity activities and values.
- Collaborated with team members to plan educational workshops for personal development.
Health Buddie
Seniors In Service
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Called seniors and encouraged seniors to follow health routines, including medication adherence and healthy habits.
- Engaged in meaningful conversations, offering empathetic support and companionship to enhance seniors' overall quality of life.
- Provided companionship and support to latino seniors, alleviating isolation and enhancing mental and emotional well-being in spanish.
Education
B.S - Health Sciences (concentration in Health Science and Biological Sciences), Public Health
University of South Florida
Florida01-2027
High school Diploma - Spring Hill, FL
Nature Coast Technical Highschool
Spring Hill, FL01-2023
Skills
- Risk management
- Data verification
- Minute taking
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- High proficiency in Canva
- Medical terminology
- Social media marketing
- Leadership
- Bilingual interpretation
- Social perceptiveness
Certifications And Posters
- Certified Pharmacy Technician
- GCP - Social and Behavioral Research Best Practices for Clinical Research, CITI Program
- Research Security, CITI Program
Timeline
Secretary/ Risk Management Officer
Phi Delta Epsilon International Medical Fraternity
08.2025 - Current
Interpreter
BRIDGE Healthcare Clinic
08.2025 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2025 - 04.2026
Marketing Chair
University of South Florida - Phi Delta Epsilon Medical Fraternity, Florida Epsilon Chapter
11.2024 - 02.2025
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of South Florida- I-HOPE Lab, Dr. Marilyn Stern
09.2023 - Current
Health Buddie
Seniors In Service
03.2022 - 09.2023
B.S - Health Sciences (concentration in Health Science and Biological Sciences), Public Health
University of South Florida
High school Diploma - Spring Hill, FL
Nature Coast Technical Highschool