Sara Mathan
Seattle,WA
Summary
Biochemistry major on a pre-physician track with a passion for merging scientific research and healthcare. Proven research and healthcare experience, showcasing a strong foundation in the intricacies of biochemistry. Eager to delve deeper into the investigative and practical aspects of medicine. Possesses a solid academic background, complemented by hands-on experience, and seeks to contribute knowledge and skills to further advance medical understanding and patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research Student
University of Washington School of Medicine
Seattle, WA
09.2022 - Current
- I am investigating the connection between activation of cell receptors in the brain and the downstream effects on Type 2 Diabetes. My most recent independent project explored the effects of intracerebroventricular injections of FGF17 protein injection on diabetes remission in Type 2 diabetic mice.
- Built experience taking measurements on animals for in-vivo studies.
- Performed technical procedures such as brain cryotomy, immunohistochemistry, mounting tissue, and imaging tissue using an electronic microscope.
- Produced graphical solutions and representations of project result
- Presented project results at the annual University of Washington Undergraduate research symposium.
Behavior Interventionist
ACES Autism Therapy
Seattle, WA
06.2023 - Current
- Implement behavior plans to improve the communication skills of children with Autism.
- Utilize data collection methods such as frequency counts, duration recording, and ABC charts to monitor student progress.
- Facilitate 3 one-on-one therapy sessions with a pediatric client for 9 hours a week
Pharmacy Assistant
Albertsons
Seattle, WA
08.2023 - Current
- Provide filled prescriptions to customers with medication information sheets.
- Fill prescriptions by counting and bottling medications
- Turn prescriptions from hospitals/clinics into bottle labels
- Process payments from customers using cash registers and debit and credit card terminals.
Medical Scribe
Ophthalmic Consultants Northwest
Seattle, WA
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Translated medical jargon and abbreviations into expanded forms to promote accuracy of patient and health care facility records.
- Followed physician throughout shift in high-volume, busy environments.
- Observed ophthalmic procedures such as corneal transplant surgery follow ups, stitch removals, and LASIK laser treatment
- Short work duration due to head physician retiring
Medical Shadowing
Mid-valley Hospital
Omak, WA
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Spent spring break shadowing physicians at a rural hospital and clinic
- Observed multiple specialties including surgery, family medicine, and emergency medicine
- Assisted physician with a skin biopsy, strictly following instructions
- Learned about diagnosis/treatment disparities between rural and urban areas
Intern
Institute for Systems Biology
Seattle, WA
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked with education specialists, scientists, and fellow interns to develop a classroom curriculum module that teaches students about the principles and practices of patient subtyping to identify personalized treatment options for colon cancer patients [06/20-08/20]
- Worked with an education specialist and a fellow student to develop a classroom activity that teaches students about medical technology advancements that target chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and infections [06/21-08/21]
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Washington
Seattle, WASkills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient Care
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Insurance Verification
- Medication Dispensing
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Venipuncture
- Immunohistochemistry
- Brain cryotomy
- Tissue imaging
- Lab animal handling
Certification
- Certificate in Patient Experience and Pre-Licenced Clinical Care [07/2020]
Offered upon completion of 164+ hospital volunteer hours through the COPE health scholars program - Certified Behavioral Technician, Washington State Department of Health [09/2023]
- Certified Pharmacy Assistant, Washington State Department of Health [08/2023]
- CPR certification [02/2021]
Timeline
Pharmacy Assistant
Albertsons
08.2023 - Current
Behavior Interventionist
ACES Autism Therapy
06.2023 - Current
Medical Shadowing
Mid-valley Hospital
03.2023 - 03.2023
Medical Scribe
Ophthalmic Consultants Northwest
02.2023 - 05.2024
Undergraduate Research Student
University of Washington School of Medicine
09.2022 - Current
Intern
Institute for Systems Biology
06.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Washington
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