Maria Rodrigues
Marietta,GA
Summary
Dedicated pre-med student with a diverse background in healthcare, education, and customer service. Highly adaptable, coachable, and resilient, with a strong ability to problem-solve and assist in fast-paced environments. Experienced in mentoring, patient interaction, and supporting underserved communities through hands-on clinical work. Bilingual in Portuguese and Spanish, with strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Eager to contribute to a medical setting with a patient-focused, and team-oriented approach.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Internship | Language Chair & Clinical Ass
VAW
Guatemala City, Guatemala
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted communities with limited access to healthcare by taking vitals, distributing medications, and shadowing doctors.
- I served as a translator between patients and healthcare professionals, ensuring clear communication.
- Gained hands-on experience in intake of patients, clinical procedures, and observed treatments for various conditions.
- Developed cultural competency and learned to provide patient care in resource-limited settings.
Camp Counselor
Club SciKidz
Roswell, GA
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Supervised and led activities for groups of children, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Developed leadership and problem-solving skills while managing multiple children at once.
- Taught daily science lessons and facilitated hands-on experiments, creating an interactive and educational experience for campers.
- Maintained classroom organization, and adapted teaching methods to keep students engaged in STEM topics.
Private Babysitter | Special Needs Caregiver
Cittercity
Marietta, GA
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided full-time childcare (35+ hours/week) for a family with two kids, specializing in special needs support.
- Communicated with parents to maintain detailed schedules, and ensure daily needs were met.
- Developed strong patience, multitasking, and problem-solving skills in a caregiving role.
Chick-fil-A | Team Trainer
Chick-fil-A
Marietta, GA
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided customer service in a high-paced environment, handling orders, and resolving inquiries.
- Trained new employees in company policies, customer service, and efficiency.
- Managed cash handling and payments, ensuring accuracy.
Private Tutor | 6th Grade Student
Self-Employed
Marietta, GA
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Tutored a middle school student in core subjects, improving their academic performance.
- Strengthened communication and time management skills by creating structured lesson plans.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate the student’s learning disability, using personalized strategies to improve understanding and retention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Physyology
University of Geogia
Athens, GA05-2027
Skills
- Customer Service and Communication – Strong phone etiquette, patient interaction, and conflict resolution
- Leadership and teamwork – experience training, mentoring, and leading in fast-paced settings
- Administrative and Organizational – Skilled in scheduling, record-keeping, and handling confidential information
- Healthcare exposure – proficient in vitals, medication distribution, and patient care assistance
- Language and Cultural Competency – Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, experienced medical translator
Affiliations
- Member, American Student Medical Association (AMSA)
- Volunteer, MathCounts at Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School – Tutor students in math weekly, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Member, Alpha Gamma Delta – Engaged in philanthropic and leadership activities
- Member, Miracle Club – Support fundraising and awareness efforts for children’s hospitals
- Volunteer, St. Jude Catholic Church – Translate documents (English ↔ Portuguese) to assist community members
- Medical Assistant Certification (In Progress) – Currently completing coursework to obtain certification
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List – Recognized for academic excellence
- Language Chair, Guatemala Medical Internship – Served as lead translator (English ↔ Spanish) for medical professionals and patients
- President & Founder, Brazilian Student Association – Established and led a student organization to promote Brazilian culture and community engagement at Sprayberry High School
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Internship | Language Chair & Clinical Ass
VAW
12.2024 - 01.2025
Camp Counselor
Club SciKidz
05.2024 - 07.2024
Private Babysitter | Special Needs Caregiver
Cittercity
12.2022 - 05.2023
Chick-fil-A | Team Trainer
Chick-fil-A
06.2021 - 08.2022
Private Tutor | 6th Grade Student
Self-Employed
01.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Physyology
University of Geogia
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