Pria Chawla
Orange,CA
Summary
Highly motivated professional seeking a challenging opportunity that capitalizes on my exceptional interpersonal skills, strong time management abilities, and effective problem-solving capabilities. Dedicated to making valuable contributions to organizational success while continuously enhancing my professional skills and cultivating a positive work environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Aide
Vituity Cares Clinic
Santa Ana, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Collect patient histories, record vital signs, and guide patients through the clinic process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience
- Support medical professionals to provide basic clinical assistance, improving patient care delivery
- Manage appointment scheduling, patient documentation, and medical record organization to ensure smooth and efficient clinic operations -admin tasks
Physiology Supplemental Instructor
Chapman University
Orange, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Lead weekly interactive review sessions for undergraduate students, reinforcing key concepts, including cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurophysiology systems
Behavioral Therapist
Bloom Behavioral Health
Placentia, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated individual therapy sessions to address targeted behavioral objectives outlined in treatment plans
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams, comprising clinical psychologists, educators, and caregivers, to ensure cohesive treatment strategies and continuity of care
- Implemented behavior management strategies across home and community settings, demonstrating empathy, patience, and a positive attitude
Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics Intern
World Brain Mapping Foundation
Pacific Palisades, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Fostered strategic partnerships and collaborations within SBMT community to advance research and educational initiatives
- Played central role in orchestrating and designing annual SBMT conference, making significant contributions to its success and growth
- Revised and authored chapter dedicated to FDA regulations in field of Nanoscience for 2nd edition of the Nanoneurosurgery and Nanoneuroscience textbook
- Delivered presentation titled 'Challenges in FDA Compliance within Nanoscience' at Annual Neurotech Conference of the Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics in March 2024
Diabetes XR Reality Project for Patients
Children's Hospital Of Orange County
Orange, CA
10.2022 - Current
- Leveraged cutting-edge technology to design engaging virtual reality modules for pediatric diabetes education in collaboration with Medical Intelligence and Innovation Institute (MI4).
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, educators, and technologists, to ensure the modules align with the unique needs of pediatric patients
- Integrate interactive elements, realistic simulations, and educational content into the virtual reality modules to provide an engaging and impactful learning experience for young patients
Tutor
Chapman University
Orange, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Enhance classroom instruction by facilitating engaging discussions and fostering a deep understanding of concepts
- Develop customized practice questions tailored to address individual students' weak areas, resulting in improved comprehension and skill development
Orientation Leader
Chapman University
Orange, CA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Guided incoming students through orientation programs, including campus tours, information sessions, and group activities
- Collaborated with campus staff and student leaders to organize and execute orientation events, ensuring a smooth and successful experience for participants
- Served as a resource for incoming students, offering guidance on academic advising, course registration, and campus involvement opportunities
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills while representing the college and promoting its mission and values to incoming students and their families
Child Advocate Intern
Children Abuse Services Team
Orange, CA
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Built trusting relationships with children, fostering open communication and facilitating the disclosure of sensitive information as a companion
- Served as a Child Advocate Intern within the Children Abuse Services Team, providing support and advocacy for children who experienced abuse and trauma
- Worked closely with a multidisciplinary team of social workers, therapists, and legal representatives to prioritize the children's best interests and overall well-being
Emergency Department Research Intern
Children's Hospital Of Orange County
Orange, CA
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted surveys and engaged with patients in the emergency room, exploring adverse childhood experiences and social determinants of health, aiming to gather valuable insights and enhance patient care
COPE Health Scholar
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided essential support to healthcare providers by assisting with a variety of clinical and administrative tasks, including patient discharge, food delivery, machine cleaning, bed linen changes, and accompanying providers on patient rounds
- Shadowed phlebotomists to gain hands-on experience in taking vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other measurements, to identify any deviations from normal values
Medical Intelligence, Information, Investigation
Children's Hospital Of Orange County
Orange, CA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed abstract focusing on implementation of Intellitrope, an AI-based solution, to streamline calculation of vasomedication drip medication dosages, thereby reducing time nurses spend on these tasks in ICU
- Engaged in multidisciplinary rounds, collaborating with healthcare professionals from diverse specialties including Pediatric ICU, neonatology, cardiology, pulmonology, critical care medicine, and more
Drug Discovery Research Against Breast Cancer
Dr. Rakesh Tiwari
Irvine, CA
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Synthesized peptide sequences to produce proteins for drug discovery research against Breast Cancer
- Employed various molecular biology techniques and methodologies to synthesize, purify, and characterize proteins for subsequent testing and analysis
COPE Junior Health Scholar
Dignity Health- St. Mary Medical Center
Long Beach, CA
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Handled a high volume of patient calls, promptly addressing inquiries, providing information, and scheduling appointments as necessary
- Collaborated with practitioners in the Medical Surgical and Mother Baby Units, offering support and assistance in delivering patient care
- Acted as a valuable liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating effective communication and ensuring a patient-centered approach to care
Medical Intelligence, Information, Investigation
Children's Hospital of Orange County
Orange, CA
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Authored an abstract on the utilization of Natural Language Processing (NLP) in healthcare, with a focus on advancing patient care within the hospital
- Developed and implemented a strategic plan to integrate genomic medicine findings for CHOC patients, showcasing the results in front of physicians to drive informed decision-making and enhance patient outcomes
- Participated in the SoPE/MBA physician conference on Artificial Intelligence in Medicine, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and trends in healthcare
- Delivered a presentation during a monthly meeting of healthcare professionals at MI4, highlighting the role of robotics in facilitating the production of healthy cells from stem cells for improved healthcare applications
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Chapman University
Orange, CA05.2025
Skills
- Clinical assistance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Research coordination
- Patient care
- Medical documentation
- Problem solving
- HIPAA Compliance
- Cultural Sensitivity and Diversity
- Critical Thinking
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Health Education and Promotion
- Patient Care and Empathy
Accomplishments
• Provost’s List| Chapman University, Fall 2021 - Present
• Deans Scholarship Recipient | Chapman University
• 1st Place – Hacking Pediatrics 2024 | Pediatric Innovation Challenge
o Engineered an innovative pediatric asthma inhaler to enhance usability and reduce stigma, securing funding and entrepreneurial mentorship for further development
• Recipient, Best Public Policy Poster 2024 | Annual World Congress of Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics (SBMT)
• Abstract Finalist – Diabetes XR Module | PEDS 2040 International Society for Pediatric Innovation
o Presented research on XR-based pediatric diabetes education, highlighting interactive learning strategies and module development to healthcare innovators
Publications
• Published poster "Neuroprotective Strategies for Preterm Neonates: The Role of Therapeutic Hypothermia in Managing Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy" in the Annual World Congress of Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics (SBMT), 2025
• Published poster “AI-Driven Prognostic Models for Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury: Enhancing Outcome Prediction and Diagnosis” in the Annual World Congress of Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics (SBMT), 2025
• Presented and published poster "Navigating FDA Regulations in Nanomedicine: Challenges and Opportunities in This Evolving Space" in the Annual World Congress of Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics (SBMT), 2024
• Authored and published "Food and Drug Administration Regulatory Framework for Nanodrugs and Nanodevices and the Combination" in Chapter 40 of The Textbook of Nanoneuroscience and Nanoneurosurgery (2nd ed.)
Timeline
Community Health Aide
Vituity Cares Clinic
01.2025 - Current
Physiology Supplemental Instructor
Chapman University
08.2024 - Current
Behavioral Therapist
Bloom Behavioral Health
10.2023 - Current
Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics Intern
World Brain Mapping Foundation
08.2023 - Current
Orientation Leader
Chapman University
06.2023 - 08.2023
Child Advocate Intern
Children Abuse Services Team
01.2023 - 06.2023
Diabetes XR Reality Project for Patients
Children's Hospital Of Orange County
10.2022 - Current
Emergency Department Research Intern
Children's Hospital Of Orange County
10.2022 - 06.2023
Tutor
Chapman University
09.2022 - Current
Medical Intelligence, Information, Investigation
Children's Hospital Of Orange County
06.2022 - 08.2022
Drug Discovery Research Against Breast Cancer
Dr. Rakesh Tiwari
11.2021 - 06.2022
COPE Health Scholar
Hoag Hospital Newport Beach
07.2021 - 12.2022
COPE Junior Health Scholar
Dignity Health- St. Mary Medical Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
Medical Intelligence, Information, Investigation
Children's Hospital of Orange County
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Chapman University
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