Molly Szpakowski
Summary
As a medical student at Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine, I am passionate about integrating clinical practice with translational research to drive innovation in patient care. My background spans surgical oncology, plastic surgery, and orthopedic research, with hands-on experience in both bench science and clinical outcomes studies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
New Jersey Orthopaedic Institute
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Organized patient paperwork, took vitals, documented patient histories, and discussed reasons for doctor visits.
- Assisted an average of 45 patients daily with walking, transfers, and exam preparation.
- Conducted proper and concise EHR documentation for all visits.
- Organized physician referrals, processed pre-certifications, and scheduled surgical procedures.
- Developed a comprehensive spreadsheet tracking patient post-operative scores to streamline data analysis for research purposes.
Scribe and Medical Assistant
Helm Plastic and Hand Surgery
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, sterilized instruments, prepared treatment rooms, and managed patient laundry.
- Triaged patients, assessed medical conditions, and provided pre- and post-operative instructions.
- Streamlined physician workflow by transcribing medical information during patient consultations.
Teaching Assistant
Summer Science Program
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted participants with academic content, problem sets, and research topics in biochemistry, including enzymology and molecular modeling.
- Provided guidance on laboratory equipment and procedures, such as protein purification and molecular biology techniques.
- Participated in the program as a student in 2017, conducting research culminating in a final paper on effective fungal inhibitors for Aspergillus niger.
Teaching Assistant
Boston University
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Assisted in the development and grading of assignments, quizzes, and exams, ensuring alignment with course objectives.
- Provided one-on-one academic support during office hours, enhancing student understanding of metabolic pathways and enzyme kinetics.
Research Assistant
New Jersey Orthopaedic Institute
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Composed research proposals, conducted literature searches, and organized data while managing patient interactions.
- Developed a comprehensive spreadsheet tracking patient post-operative scores to streamline data analysis.
- Performed data entry, patient management, telephone screening, and filing.
Research Assistant
Massachusetts General Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Contributed to research on HLA class I antigen defects and their implications for antitumor immunity and immunotherapy.
- Maintained and established tissue culture cell lines for experiments on radiation sensitivity and immune evasion mechanisms.
- Performed multicolor flow cytometry to analyze cell surface antigen expression and immune responses.
Education
M.D. -
Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine
Nashville05-2028
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Boston University
Boston, MA05-2022
Skills
- Quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Clinical workflow analysis
- Patient charting expertise
- Manuscript and Abstract Preparation
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
New Jersey Orthopaedic Institute
05.2022 - 05.2024
Scribe and Medical Assistant
Helm Plastic and Hand Surgery
10.2021 - 05.2022
Teaching Assistant
Summer Science Program
06.2021 - 07.2021
Teaching Assistant
Boston University
01.2021 - 05.2021
Research Assistant
Massachusetts General Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2020
Research Assistant
New Jersey Orthopaedic Institute
04.2018 - 09.2020
M.D. -
Thomas F. Frist, Jr. College of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Boston University
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