Kiyah White
San Jose,CA
Summary
Compassionate professional with expertise in supporting children and families in high-stress environments. Proficient in trauma-informed communication, conflict de-escalation, and documentation. Experience includes oncology support, newborn screening, and residential student wellbeing. Brings strong interpersonal communication skills, calm decision-making, and a grounded, structured approach to working with diverse populations. Committed to enhancing child safety and fostering healthy family dynamics.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Scribe - Thoracic Oncology
Stanford Health Care
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Documented oncology visits, ensuring accuracy while fostering a calm, supportive environment.
- Organized sensitive diagnostic information to facilitate clear communication of health updates.
- Supported individuals facing fear and emotional overwhelm through professionalism and empathetic communication.
- Coordinated testing, orders, referrals, and follow-up steps in high-stress situations.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance with safety standards while managing sensitive medical data.
- Trained new scribes on respectful patient interactions and trauma-informed communication practices.
Medical Scribe - Gynecologic Oncology
ScribeAmerica
Palo Alto
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided documentation support during appointments for cancer diagnoses, surgeries, and fertility concerns.
- Captured sensitive conversations verbatim to facilitate precise communication among providers.
- Observed gynecologic and gastrointestinal surgeries to enhance documentation accuracy and patient updates.
- Coordinated biopsies, pathology submissions, referrals, and treatment timelines to assist families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in emotionally charged situations requiring discretion.
- Adhered to privacy and safety regulations to safeguard patient wellbeing.
Newborn Hearing Screener
Pediatrix
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted newborn hearing screenings and guided parents through processes and results with clarity.
- Delivered initial screening outcomes to families, explaining follow-up steps without inducing fear.
- Maintained safety and verification protocols to ensure newborn protection and accurate recordkeeping.
- Documented results thoroughly and escalated abnormal findings to supervisors for timely intervention.
- Provided calm, compassionate communication to support parents facing anxiety, stress, or language barriers.
Resident Assistant
University of California, Merced
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Manage over 80 students, including semester check-ins and conflict resolution, to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.
- Create detailed, accurate incident reports that facilitate thorough record-keeping for the university.
- Adhere to strict campus protocol and maintain a clean and orderly residence hall.
- Act as the first point-of-contact for emergency responses for both students and staff.
Research Intern
The Research Gurus, LLC
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Conduct data analysis and survey instrument testing using R programming software.
- Ensure successful, on-time completion of internal office communications and meeting notes.
- Data analysis compilation, performing quality assurance checks on reports and presentations.
- Develop questionnaires to assist clients to better understand the needs of their target customer.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cognitive Science, Interdisciplinary Public Health
University of California, Merced
Merced, CA05.2022
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Practice
- Child & Family Support
- Conflict De-escalation
- Safety Protocols
- Incident Documentation
- Communication
- Record Keeping
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Confidentiality
- Data-Entry
- R Programming
- Java
- MS Office
- BLS
Certification
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Medical Scribe - Thoracic Oncology
Stanford Health Care
07.2023 - 12.2023
Newborn Hearing Screener
Pediatrix
05.2023 - 07.2023
Medical Scribe - Gynecologic Oncology
ScribeAmerica
05.2022 - 08.2023
Resident Assistant
University of California, Merced
07.2021 - 05.2022
Research Intern
The Research Gurus, LLC
03.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Cognitive Science, Interdisciplinary Public Health
University of California, Merced