Pamela Parcon
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Empathetic, effective, and motivated Clinical Research Assistant aiming to enhance the MD Anderson Cancer Center team by leveraging advanced knowledge in data collection protocols and patient recruitment strategies. My detail-oriented and focused approach, honed through four years of undergraduate studies as a psychology major and biology minor, as well as hands-on experience in the clinical research industry, positions me as a valuable asset. Eager to contribute a fresh perspective and a passion for research to contribute to groundbreaking research and improve public health outcomes. Additionally, I am open to relocating to pursue the right job opportunity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant
Gadolin Research
Beaumont, TX
08.2023 - Current
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- Communicated effectively with clinical staff regarding project timelines, expectations, protocol deviations and adverse events reporting procedures.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Assisted in collection, processing, and delivery of specimens from trial participants.
- Assessed records of each patient, reviewed databases and checked referrals to locate potential research study participants.
- Collaborated with internal departments such as Regulatory Affairs and Data Management to ensure that all studies were conducted in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Lamar University
06.2023 - Current
- Used social media and interpersonal communication to actively recruit study participants.
- Established seamless coordination with principal investigators and other research assistants, fostering collaborative environment through consistent communication and updates.
- Operated software tools and devices to collect and record physiological data of participants.
- Collected bodily samples from participants while following established protocols and procedures for safety and accuracy.
- Cultivated strong rapport with participants, ensuring environment filled with comfort and trust, to minimize potential influences during data collection.
Membership Representative
Christus Health And Wellness Center
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained membership database, ensuring that all information was current and accurate.
- Identified issues and immediately stepped up to guarantee speedy and effective resolutions.
- Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices
- Promoted high level of customer satisfaction using strong relationship-building skills, consistent follow-up and prompt issue resolution.
Childcare Attendant
Christus Health And Wellness Center
06.2021 - Current
- Provided continuous supervision to children during activities to maintain safe learning and playing environments.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by encouraging positive self-concepts and understanding of others.
- Successfully managed challenging situations, demonstrating problem-solving skills and maintaining calm and composed demeanor.
- Upheld stringent safety protocols and consistently followed childcare center guidelines to ensure well-being of all children.
Front Desk Attendant
Christus Health And Wellness Center
06.2021 - Current
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Attended to needs of visitors by aiding and providing customer service in fast-paced environment.
- Managed customer transactions, prepared daily deposits, updated files, processed registrations and maintained public records.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Reported facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate remediation.
English as a Second Language Tutor
ENGin Program
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
- Designed engaging instructional materials and activities.
- Assessed student proficiency and designed lesson plans to target weak areas.
- Provided students with feedback on language development progress.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Instructed students in proper pronunciation and grammar usage.
Fast Food Crew Trainer
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
Crewmember
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Cleaned counter surfaces, dining areas and food preparation areas for maximum health, safety and customer satisfaction.
- Performed food preparation responsibilities to meet franchise standards for quantities, speed, and packaging.
- Followed food safety procedures outlined in company policies and health and sanitation regulations to prevent food borne illness.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
Student Volunteer
School Tools
03.2020 - 03.2020
- Volunteered in the School Tools program which seeks to provide school supplies for Southeast Texas elementary schools with high percentages of low-income students
- Assisted teachers or shoppers in selecting supplies and maintained the cleanliness and orderliness of the place.
Retail Sales Associate
Justice Tween Brands
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Student Volunteer
Southeast Texas Food Bank
09.2017 - 09.2017
- Helped in packing and distributing food and water for the Hurricane Harvey-affected members of Southeast Texas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX08.2023
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Scheduling Proficiency
- Research Project Design
- Ethics Protocol Adherence
- Patient Recruitment Assistance
- Specimen Handling
- Administrative Support
- Active Listening and Communication Skills
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Multitasking and Organization
Certification
- American Heart Association - Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
- CITI Program - Basic Introduction to Biosafety
- CITI Program - GCP for Clinical Trials with Investigational Drugs and Medical Devices (U.S. FDA Focus)
- CITI Program - Lab Chemical Safety
- CITI Program - OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens
- CITI Program - Social and Behavioral Research - Basic/Refresher
- CITI Program - Social and Behavioral Responsible Conduct of Research
- QPR Institute - QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant
Gadolin Research
08.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Lamar University
06.2023 - Current
English as a Second Language Tutor
ENGin Program
03.2023 - 11.2023
Membership Representative
Christus Health And Wellness Center
01.2023 - Current
Childcare Attendant
Christus Health And Wellness Center
06.2021 - Current
Front Desk Attendant
Christus Health And Wellness Center
06.2021 - Current
Student Volunteer
School Tools
03.2020 - 03.2020
Fast Food Crew Trainer
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
05.2019 - 06.2020
Crewmember
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
03.2019 - 06.2020
Retail Sales Associate
Justice Tween Brands
11.2018 - 01.2019
Student Volunteer
Southeast Texas Food Bank
09.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lamar University
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