Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
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Nitai Gaash

Eugene

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant

Dreyer Muscle Physiology Lab
09.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for the collection, processing, and analysis of muscle tissue in a human-subject study.
  • Practiced wet lab techniques including tissue cutting, immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining, widefield microscopy, image acquisition, and digital pipeline analysis.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects in muscle physiology.
  • Mentored junior staff and students on lab techniques and research practices.
  • Presented research at the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Undergraduate Research Symposiums.

Emergency Medical Technician

Mid-Valley Ambulance
08.2025 - Current
  • Responsible for rapid patient assessment and delivered timely treatment as a provider in a 911 emergency response system.
  • Coordinated with receiving healthcare facilities to ensure informed transfer of patient care
  • Administered Basic Life Support (BLS) interventions and Advanced Life Support (ALS) assistance across a wide range of emergency presentations
  • Maintained strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA while maintaining thorough documentation
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize assessment, treatment, and transport efficiency
  • Utilized evidence-based protocols to ensure definitive care and clinical competency

Student Health Navigator Lead

University Health Services
02.2023 - 07.2025
  • Guided patients in navigating the health center and accessing appropriate care
  • Collaborated with physicians and staff to streamline patient flow and reduce wait times
  • Supported acute care, triage, and emergency response efforts
  • Promoted to lead position in recognition of reliability and performance
  • Mentored and onboarded new hires, supporting team integration
  • Delivered informational health services presentations to incoming freshmen during New Student Orientation

Health Security, Preparedness and Response Program Support Coordinator

University Health Services Public Health Corps
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Contributed to public health preparedness projects with Oregon Health Authority’s Health Security Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Division.
  • Created Concept of Operations (CONOPS) framework to guide medical sheltering operations during large-scale emergencies.
  • Conducted logistical analysis to inform the development of self-sufficient medical caches designed for rapid deployment in mass casualty and disaster scenarios.
  • Analyzed hospital inter-facility transport times to create a resource supporting regional emergency response coordination.
  • Recognized with the SSEM Hero Award for outstanding contributions to emergency operation support.
  • Presented public health work and field experience at Oregon Epidemiology Conference 2025

Sports Therapy Assistant

Dr. Brett's Sports Therapy
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Delivered direct patient care through techniques including ultrasound, electrical stimulation, deep tissue massage, and targeted therapeutic exercise
  • Managed independent patient care and rehabilitation
  • Supported the clinic's transition to an independent practice, aiding continuity during restructuring

First Aid Provider and Medical Scribe

Agoura Kinesiology and Sports Medicine Academy
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Practiced both first-responder and rehabilitative sports medicine responding to the injuries of Agoura High School athletes.
  • Oversaw daily operations and maintenance of Athletic Training facilities.
  • Performed medical scribing and accurate electronic health record (EHR) entry.

Administrative and Lab Assistant

Los Angeles Reproductive Center
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Prepared and maintained exam rooms and surgical equipment to ensure clinical readiness and standard compliance.
  • Performed electronic medical record (EMR) data entry and office administrative functions.
  • Responsible for SART patient record entry in accordance with CDC standards
  • Spearheaded the organizational transition to electronic records, improving documentation efficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology Major, Chemistry Minor

University of Oregon
Eugene, OR
06-2026

Skills

  • Wet lab techniques
  • Research study design and execution
  • Human subject management
  • Literature reviews
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Basic Life Support
  • Fluent in Hebrew

Certification

Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

  • Course completed at UCLA Center for Prehospital Care
  • Licensed in Oregon and nationally

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

  • American Heart Association

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Human Physiology Learning Assistant

  • Served as a learning assistant across Anatomy I, Anatomy II, and Exercise Physiology, supporting instruction for courses in both foundational and applied human physiology.
  • Facilitated active student engagement during lectures.
  • Provided individualized tutoring during office hours to support academic success.
  • Organized and contributed to comprehensive class review sessions to prepare students for exams.
  • Ensured fair and equitable grading practices across assigned coursework.

Student Health Advisory Committee Vice Chair

  • Held multiple progressive leadership roles within the organization including Recruitment Chair, Membership Coordinator, and Vice Chair.
  • Led an action group of 12 students, coordinating efforts to advance public health outreach goals.
  • Developed and promoted multiple community health initiatives, including:

            -  Uber Healthcare Rides project

            -  Smoke and Tobacco Free University

            -  SHAC CPR certification

            -   Volunteer partnership with multiple community organizations

Anatomy Lab Dissection Student

  • Performed a prosection of the posterior hip and thigh for use in future anatomy courses.
  • Authored weekly dissection reports detailing regional anatomy and procedural planning.
  • Developed a deep understanding of clinical anatomy through direct experience
  • Presented dissection findings and clinical correlations to peers and faculty

Food for Lane County Grassroots Garden Volunteer

  • Participant in weekly garden volunteering sessions with Food for Lane County, providing fresh fruit and vegetables for meal packages

Timeline

Emergency Medical Technician

Mid-Valley Ambulance
08.2025 - Current

Research Assistant

Dreyer Muscle Physiology Lab
09.2023 - Current

Health Security, Preparedness and Response Program Support Coordinator

University Health Services Public Health Corps
09.2023 - 06.2024

Student Health Navigator Lead

University Health Services
02.2023 - 07.2025

Sports Therapy Assistant

Dr. Brett's Sports Therapy
06.2021 - 08.2022

First Aid Provider and Medical Scribe

Agoura Kinesiology and Sports Medicine Academy
09.2020 - 06.2022

Administrative and Lab Assistant

Los Angeles Reproductive Center
09.2020 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology Major, Chemistry Minor

University of Oregon
Nitai Gaash