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Saisandesh Ballem

East Lansing,MI

Summary

Articulate professional with substantial experience in assisting professors and supporting students. Skilled in curriculum development and assessment with understanding of different learning styles and abilities. Smart and committed to creating safe and inclusive learning environment. Holds a deep passion towards genetics, neuroscience, and human anatomy. CPR and First-Aid Certified with over 5+years of experience in a hospital and clinical setting.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Research Assistant

Sandstorm Lab
03.2024 - Current
  • Monitored mice with Parkinson's disease and monitored active brain levels
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Developed research protocols and procedures to produce accurate results.
  • Recorded experimental findings in laboratory notebook to analyze and interpret experimental findings.

Tutor

Private
01.2019 - Current
  • Set up tutoring business in junior year of high school in 2020
  • Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
  • Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
  • Currently tutor 10+ college students in math and science subjects, as well as High School AP/Honors/IB courses

Home Health Aide

BrightStar Care
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst healthcare teams.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.

Cashier

Walmart
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Front End Cashier and Stocker, also sold cigarettes and alcohol
  • Assisted shoppers with their purchases and checked them out at cash registers
  • Pushed carts occasionally, and also monitored self-check out lanes for possible theft
  • Stocked empty shelves at Front End.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine

Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
03.2025

High School Diploma -

Okemos High School
Okemos, Michigan
05.2021

Skills

  • Excel and Word Proficiency
  • Leadership Experience
  • Active Listening
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • Time-Management
  • Problem-Solving

Certification

  • Presidential Gold Volunteer Service Award, 01/01/21
  • Adult and Pediatric First-Aid/CPR/AED, 10/01/22

Accomplishments

  • Volunteer, Chief Volunteer at Clara Maass Medical Center, 06/01/18, 08/01/18
  • Volunteer, Volunteer at Sparrow Hospital, 01/01/20, 03/01/20

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Telugu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Student Research Assistant

Sandstorm Lab
03.2024 - Current

Home Health Aide

BrightStar Care
05.2023 - 08.2023

Cashier

Walmart
07.2022 - 01.2023

Tutor

Private
01.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medicine

Michigan State University

High School Diploma -

Okemos High School
Saisandesh Ballem