Marakey Tariku
Empowerment Resource Center
Atlanta,Georgia
3
Languages
1
Certification
2
years of professional experience
Emory University pre-dental student pursuing a B.S. in Chemistry and Economics with hands-on clinical experience in a high-volume pediatric dental practice. Proven track record of patient communication, instrument sterilization compliance, and professional reliability across clinical, customer-facing, and creative environments.
Work History
Podcast Host
1 Year 2 Months- Host an original podcast on Emory's campus radio channel, producing creative content and cultivating a consistent listener following.
- Developed communication and storytelling skills through regular on-air performance and episode planning.
Client Services Assistant
1 Month- Streamlined intake and client onboarding processes for downtown Atlanta’s underserved populations, reducing patient wait times and improving resource throughput.
- Assessed client social determinants of health (SDOH) to connect high-need patients with clinical and community resources, optimizing resource allocation across care networks.
- Managed electronic health record (EHR) data and client intake tracking, maintaining high data accuracy to support operational Reporting and quality improvement initiatives.
- Partnered with multidisciplinary teams, including clinical staff, social workers, and local healthcare agencies, to resolve service bottlenecks and enhance care continuity.
Brand Ambassador
3 Months- Supported 300+ customers daily with personalized recommendations and a welcoming, attentive experience to consistently drive high customer satisfaction and repeat visits.
- Adhered strictly to quality control, inventory management, and health and safety standards to ensure seamless store operations during high-volume periods.
- Collaborated with shift leads and team members to streamline point-of-sale (POS) operations, inventory restocking, and customer flow management during rush hours.
Clinical Observer
- Shadowed a board-certified specialist through complex endodontic surgical procedures, developing a granular understanding of specialized clinical workflows, chairside care delivery, and operational efficiency in high-acuity environments.
- Evaluated patient engagement techniques in a specialized clinical setting, observing strategies used to manage patient anxiety, communicate complex treatment plans, and optimize overall care satisfaction.
- Analyzed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for infection control, sterlization, and clinical safety compliance within a fast-paced private specialty practice.
Intern
5 Months- Enforced strict infection-control and sterilization protocols across 100+ specialized clinical instruments, ensuring 100% compliance with OSHA and healthcare safety standards in a high-volume facility.
- Completed 120+ hours of professional shadowing, demonstrating consistent reliability and attention to workplace standards.
- Utilized Microsoft 365 to accurately log clinical procedures, manage patient records, and document operational workflows to maintain high data accuracy and care continuity.
- Supported daily pediatric care by maintaining orderly records, reinforcing clinic routines, and contributing to smooth patient flow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Economics
- Healthcare Sciences
- ACT: 33
- GPA: 4.0
- magna cum laude graduate
Skills
NHA Certified Patient Care Technician
SOLIDWORKS (biomedical modeling exposure)
Microsoft 365
Record keeping and documentation
Event planning and logistics
Scheduling and time management
Amharic (intermediate)
French (entry level)
Arabic (entry level)
Electric guitar
Sculpting/ceramics
Community service
Certification
NHA Certified Patient Care Technician
SKILLS
Amharic (intermediate)
French (entry level)
Arabic (entry level)
Interests
Electric guitar
Sculpting/ceramics
Community service
ACTIVITIES & LEADERSHIP
- Gift of Life, Nationwide Nonprofit, Vice President, 2026-02, Present, Plan and staff donor registration drives and campus events to expand the donor registry; conduct peer outreach to encourage student participation in life-saving donor programs.
- East African Student Association, Co-Founder, 2023-08, 2025-05, Co-founded organization and grew membership to 30+ students; coordinated logistics for furnishing 5+ homes for refugee families and packaging 150+ bags of essential supplies; planned cultural events to celebrate East African heritage and foster community engagement.
Timeline
Client Services Assistant
Empowerment Resource Center
09.2026 - CurrentRead More
Brand Ambassador
Jeni's Ice Cream
05.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Clinical Observer
Dr. Short, Board-Certified Endodontist
01.2026 - 01.2026Read More
Podcast Host
WMRE Radio, Emory University
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Intern
Dr. Christy Haffner Pediatric Dental Practice, DMD
08.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Innovation Academy STEM Magnet High School
from Healthcare Sciences
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Emory University
Bachelor of Science from Chemistry and Economics
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