Priyota Saha
Flushing,NY
Summary
Aspiring physician with a B.S. in Biology and hands-on experience in both clinical and academic settings. Completed two summer internships in anesthesiology, pre-surgical, and emergency departments at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital. Currently teaching Introductory Biology Labs as an Adjunct Lecturer at Stony Brook University. Certified in BLS and fluent in four languages. Seeking a medical or research assistant position during my gap years to contribute meaningfully to patient care and scientific learning while preparing for a career in medicine.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Lecturer
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Instruct biology lab sessions focused on experimental design, data analysis, and core lab techniques. Deliver demonstrations and lead hands-on experiments to reinforce key biological concepts.
- Facilitate group discussions among students about topics related to laboratory experiments.
- Assess and grade assignments, presentations, exams, and lab reports according to established rubrics. Provide individualized feedback, mentorship, and academic support.
- Communicate effectively with faculty members regarding student progress or any issues that arise during laboratory sessions.
- Collaborate with faculty members to develop new curriculum ideas for upcoming lessons and semesters.
Volunteer
New York Presbyterian Queens
Queens, NY
01.2019 - 12.2024
- Volunteered across multiple departments, supporting staff, patients, and families in both clinical and administrative settings.
- Pediatrics: Rounded on patients to deliver blankets, toys, water, and other comfort items, and provided companionship for patients while parents stepped away.
- Patient services: answered phone calls, maintained visitor records, and assisted with transporting patients.
- Pre-surgical: helped restock supplies, sanitize rooms, and organize surgical documents
- Worked directly with the hospital’s volunteer coordinator to meet any departmental needs and support efficient patient care.
Tutor
Supersmart Enrichment INC Non-profit
New York, NY
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Provide academic support to children with special needs and enhance their learning development after school.
- Develop lesson plans tailored to their learning needs and school curriculum to help them further understand what they are learning in school
- Incorporate engaging activities to promote understanding, build confidence, and make learning enjoyable.
Summer Intern
New York Presbyterian Queens
Queens, NY
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Rotated through the pre-surgical, anesthesiology, and emergency departments as a summer intern.
- Pre-surgical: Assisted with patient care by intaking patients, measuring vitals, taking EKGs under supervision, and preparing the exam room for patients to have their pre-surgical labs taken and receive final consults from physicians.
- Anesthesiology: Shadowed anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and anesthesia technicians. Assisted anesthesia techs with setting up and restocking anesthesia equipment both inside and outside of the OR. Observed anesthesia administration and patient monitoring during surgeries, gaining firsthand exposure to surgical and anesthesia procedures, clinical workflows, safety protocols, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- ED: Greeted and directed incoming patients and visitors upon arrival to the ER. Transported patients safely using wheelchairs and stretchers. Assisted staff by restocking supplies and cleaning patient beds. Provided comfort and support to patients and families during high-stress situations. Gained exposure to triage and patient care in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Vaccination PODS Registrator/Clinical Scribe
Stony Brook Medicine
Stony Brook, NY
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Assisted medical staff with patient intake, documenting medical history and responses to COVID screening questionnaires.
- Registered individuals to receive their vaccine and scheduled follow-up doses.
- Develop and maintain a computerized record management system to to ensure accurate tracking and documentation of first dose and second dose vaccine administrations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2024
Skills
- Vital signs measurement and EKG setup
- Information documentation
- Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and Drive proficiency
- Fluent in English, Bengali, Urdu, and Hindi
- Patient interaction & communication
- Time management & multitasking
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association — Expires 11/2025
Timeline
Adjunct Lecturer
Stony Brook University
08.2024 - Current
Summer Intern
New York Presbyterian Queens
05.2023 - 08.2024
Tutor
Supersmart Enrichment INC Non-profit
10.2022 - 09.2024
Vaccination PODS Registrator/Clinical Scribe
Stony Brook Medicine
02.2021 - 05.2021
Volunteer
New York Presbyterian Queens
01.2019 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Stony Brook University
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