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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Leadership Experiences
Shadowing Experiences
Coursework
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Michael Boafo

Scottsdale,AZ

Summary

Aspiring Physician Assistant with a strong background in the biological sciences and valuable clinical experience. Dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and contributing to a dynamic healthcare team. Seeking admission to a Physician Assistant program to leverage my skills and expand my medical knowledge.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Valet/ Luxe Valet

Maestro's, Bourbon and Bone, Hanger One Airport
, AZ
03.2022 - Current
  • Managed parking lot logistics.
  • Greet and welcome guests upon arrival, setting a positive first impression

Medical Assistant

Affiliated Cardiologist of Arizona
, AZ
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Obtained patient vitals, ensuring patient comfort
  • Administered treadmill stress tests & electrocardiograms
  • Documented patient data for electronic medical records (EMR)
  • Trained summer interns in medical procedures
  • Authorized patient medications for doctors' approval
  • Checked in patients and managed front desk operations
  • Asked lifestyle questions (drugs, caffeine, alcohol) during cardiac admits to note before doctor's arrival
  • Assisted in admitting stress tests (nuclear and non-nuclear)

Seasonal UPS Driver Assistant

UPS
Scottsdale, AZ
12.2021 - 01.2022
  • Increased productivity by assisting UPS drivers during peak season

Door Dash Driver

Door Dash
, AZ
08.2018 - 11.2021
  • Provided excellent service by delivering orders in a timely manner

Sales Representative

Eco shield
, Nationwide
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Independently walked door-to-door to provide pest management services

Valet Attendant

LAZ Parking
Phoenix, AZ
10.2019 - 01.2021
  • Parked cars and assisted guests
  • Non-emergency medical transportation at various hospitals
  • Assisted with COVID-19 drive-through testing during peak pandemic
  • Demonstrated strong adaptability by successfully taking on diverse roles and responsibilities across various hospital locations within the system.

Lead Shift Mover

Greek Movers
, Western United States
12.2018 - 12.2020
  • Directed teams (1-4 men) to disassemble furniture, load trucks, and transport belongings
  • Loaded and unloaded customer belongings onto truck and other vehicles safely and securely.
  • Improved move-in efficiency, resulting in a 10-15% decrease in client completion times.

COVID Drive Through Testing Associate

Banner Cooperate Center
Mesa, AZ
03.2020 - 05.2020
  • Streamlined patient intake and provided clear instructions
  • Ensured proper exit procedure
  • Promoted patient safety, reinforcing CDC guidelines
  • Assisted in the development of Covid drive-through centers

Non-emergency Medical Transports Associate

LAZ parking - Banner Medical Centers Phoenix
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Safely transported patients & family members within hospitals
  • Transferred medical equipment needed for procedures
  • Coordinated patient arrivals and drop-offs with staff members
  • Supported front desk operations by directing patients, organizing paperwork, and assisting volunteers

Team Member

Jamba Juice
Redlands, California
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Prepared customer orders, maintained a clean restaurant

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Maricopa Community Colleges
01-2025

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona
05-2022

Crafton Hills Community College
Yucaipa, California
01-2018

Riverside City College
Riverside, California
01-2017

High School Diploma -

Redlands High School
Redlands, California
06-2016

Skills

  • Data entry
  • Electrocardiogram stress test
  • Medical billing
  • Electronic medical records (EMR)
  • Patient care
  • Treadmill stress test
  • Excel
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)

Volunteer Leadership Experiences

  • Homeless Ministry, 2012 - present, San Bernardino, CA, Tempe, AZ, Participated in a ministry that became a local S.D.A. church outreach program, formed lifelong friendships with people experiencing homelessness, visited every other month providing meals in San Bernardino County, CA, and continued independently in Arizona, visiting parks with water, food, and books of encouragement
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Philanthropy, Arizona State University, 2018 - 2022
  • Leadshift Greekmovers, 2018-2022, directed 3-6 person teams, managed all move logistics and customer interactions, and consistently completed projects 5-15% ahead of schedule.
  • Pathfinder & Vacation Bible school leader, 2010 - 2017, Loma Linda, CA, S.D.A Pathfinder Leader: Mentored youth, fostering leadership skills and community involvement by organizing and leading outreach activities, events, food drives and field trips.
  • Ronald McDonald Helper, 2013 - 2016, Loma Linda, CA, My high school football team assisted in the renovation of Ronald McDonald house, Activities included cleaning floors, laying floor tiles, painting, and gardening.
  • Children with disabilities Prom Planner, 05/01/14, Redlands, CA, Helped organize a prom for students with disabilities, assisted with decorations, and accompanied students to prom

Shadowing Experiences

  • Victor Aire-Oaihimire ( Physician Assistant) 03/17/25- current observed PA-C Oaihmire getting in family medicine, getting insight into common illnesses: Sinusitis, Arthritis, Rashes, Pharyngitis
  • Dr. Ali Askari (Cardiologist), 11/07/22 - 11/11/22, Observed cardiologist for a week, subsequently getting hired as a medical assistant
  • David Wu (Certified Clinical Perfusionist), 07/10/22, 10/04/22, Observed Coronary Artery Bypass Graft with CCP Wu multiple times, gathering information about the job and observed open-heart surgeries
  • Kholoud Nassar (Certified Clinical Perfusionist), 09/26/22, Observed Coronary Artery Bypass Graft with CCP Nassar, learning regarding ECMO
  • Paiboon Plookvongpanit (Certified Clinical Perfusionist), 06/06/22, Observed Coronary Artery Bypass Graft with CCP Plookvongpanit, grasping cardiac surgery procedures
  • Dr. Kofi-Adade Boafo (Pediatrician), 12/16/20 - 12/20/20, Observed Dr. Boafo in pediatrics for a week, gaining insight into common childhood illnesses: Influenza, Common Cold, Atopic Dermatitis, Gastroenteritis

Coursework

  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Microbiology
  • Chemistry
  • Food & Nutrition
  • Medical Terminology

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Affiliated Cardiologist of Arizona
11.2022 - 12.2023

Valet/ Luxe Valet

Maestro's, Bourbon and Bone, Hanger One Airport
03.2022 - Current

Seasonal UPS Driver Assistant

UPS
12.2021 - 01.2022

Sales Representative

Eco shield
02.2021 - 05.2021

COVID Drive Through Testing Associate

Banner Cooperate Center
03.2020 - 05.2020

Non-emergency Medical Transports Associate

LAZ parking - Banner Medical Centers Phoenix
01.2020 - 03.2020

Valet Attendant

LAZ Parking
10.2019 - 01.2021

Lead Shift Mover

Greek Movers
12.2018 - 12.2020

Door Dash Driver

Door Dash
08.2018 - 11.2021

Team Member

Jamba Juice
05.2018 - 08.2018

Some College (No Degree) -

Maricopa Community Colleges

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Arizona State University

Crafton Hills Community College

Riverside City College

High School Diploma -

Redlands High School