Leanna Shebib
Houston
Summary
University of Houston biology graduate student with long-term goals to attend medical school with a focus on women’s health.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Advocate Student Intern
Legacy Community Health
Houston, Texas
09.2024 - Current
- Managed a caseload of underserved patients in the downtown Houston area.
- Conducted screenings for social determinants of health to identify and address non-medical needs such as housing, food, transportation, employment support, and financial assistance.
- Followed up on referrals to ensure effective resource utilization and address any additional needs.
- Compiled comprehensive lists of local resources and connected patients to community-based services.
- Performed administrative tasks, including managing patient files, processing forms, and coordinating communication between patients and resource organizations.
Head of Event Planning Committee
University of Houston
Houston, Texas
09.2024 - Current
- Led a diverse team of members in organizing and executing events for the Master’s cohort, including academic workshops, networking sessions, and social gatherings.
- Managed event budgets, negotiated with vendors, and ensured cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Collaborated with university administration and faculty to align event objectives with broader program goals.
- Oversaw the creation and distribution of promotional materials, managed event registrations, and utilized social media and university channels to maximize event reach and attendance.
Medical Assistant
HCA Healthcare Southeast
Pasadena, TX
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Retrieved and prepared the medical history and vitals of patients before doctor visits.
- Educated patients about treatments, medications, and preventative care as well as addressing complaints, summarized results with the physician.
- Placed orders for various blood laboratory tests and discussed the implications of the test results with the physician.
- Performed administrative duties such as answering phone calls and managing the physician’s schedule.
Undergraduate Researcher
Barlow Lab at University of California Davis
Davis, California
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Organized, performed, and documented experimental procedures for cancer microbiology research.
- Lab skills include DNA isolation and genotyping with gel electrophoresis, performing polymerase chain reactions, culturing cells, obtaining microscope pictures, ImageJ analysis, and statistical analysis of data.
- Experimental procedures included immunofluorescent staining, metaphase plate preparation, chromosomal rearrangement analysis, and data analysis and presentation.
EMT
Houston Community Volunteer Fire Department
Houston, Texas
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Certified in CPR training and Basic Life Support
- Responded to emergency calls as an EMT and worked with a team of three first responders.
- Skills include basic life support, wound dressing, documentation of procedures, and general patient care.
- Collaborated with a team of paramedics in high-pressure situations and fast-paced environments.
- Comforted patients during emergencies and effectively communicated procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Biology, Graduate Certificate in the Biomedical Sciences
University of Houston
03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Evolution, Ecology, and Biodiversity
University of California, Davis
06.2023
Relevant Coursework
- Introduction to Biology: Essentials of Life on Earth
- General Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry for Health and Life Sciences: I, II, III
- Biochemistry for Biological Sciences: Genes & Gene Expression, Structure & Function of Biomolecules, Bioenergetics & Metabolism, Cell Biology
- Calculus for Biology and Medicine
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Endocrinology
- Neurocscience
Affiliations
- The National Society of Leadership and Success, Inducted Member, 01/23-present
- Cultivated leadership skills including accountability, discipline, organization, and networking.
- Participated in national honors society events.
Timeline
Health Advocate Student Intern
Legacy Community Health
09.2024 - Current
Head of Event Planning Committee
University of Houston
09.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
HCA Healthcare Southeast
07.2023 - 03.2024
Undergraduate Researcher
Barlow Lab at University of California Davis
01.2022 - 06.2023
EMT
Houston Community Volunteer Fire Department
06.2021 - 09.2021
Master of Science - Biology, Graduate Certificate in the Biomedical Sciences
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science - Evolution, Ecology, and Biodiversity
University of California, Davis