Sarah Sopkin
Inverness,IL
Summary
Recent graduate from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology. EMT-certified with experience in emergency medical services, hospital volunteering, leadership, and international medical outreach. Dedicated to patient-centered care and pursuing a career in medicine.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician
Illini Emergency Medical Services
Champaign, IL
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Deliver on-site emergency medical care at university events as part of a two-person EMS team.
- Perform patient assessments and provide basic life support interventions.
- Coordinate escalation of care and transfer to transporting EMS agencies when appropriate.
- Monitor patient status and communicate effectively during emergency situations.
Volunteer
Carle Foundation Hospital
Champaign, IL
01.2023 - 05.2026
- Assist staff in the Heart and Vascular Institute and OB-GYN Clinic.
- Support patient transport and wayfinding throughout the hospital.
- Provide assistance to patients and families while maintaining a welcoming environment.
- Assist nursing staff and hospital personnel with non-clinical patient care needs.
Head Lifeguard and Pool Manager
Palatine Park District
Palatine, IL
01.2019 - 05.2026
- Supervise and train lifeguards while maintaining facility safety standards.
- Lead emergency response efforts and provide first aid during aquatic emergencies.
- Coordinate staff scheduling and daily facility operations.
- Mentor new employees and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
EMT Intern
Inverness Fire Protection District
Inverness, IL
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted patient assessments, obtained vital signs, and participated in patient care during ambulance responses.
- Led patient interactions and assisted with treatment under EMT and paramedic supervision.
- Performed CPR and basic life support interventions in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with EMS personnel to provide patient care and transport.
Volunteer
Barb's Precious Rescue and Adoption Center
Palatine, IL
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided care for abandoned, neglected, and abused cats.
- Trained and mentored new volunteers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular and Cellular Biology
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
05-2026
Certification
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
- Illinois Emergency Medical Technician License
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- American Heart Association CPR Certification
International Medical Outreach
Global Medical Training - Dominican Republic (2025) and Panama (2026)
- Obtained and documented vital signs and blood glucose measurements for patients in community clinics.
- Assisted with patient evaluations, including electrocardiograms (EKGs) and health screenings.
- Participated in patient intake, medication distribution, and clinical documentation.
- Provided patient education on nutrition, chronic disease management, and lifestyle modifications.
Leadership Experience
Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED), Speaker Committee Member
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | 2025–2026
- Coordinated communication with healthcare professionals and admissions representatives.
- Assisted with planning events for pre-health students.
Laboratory Experience
- MCB 251: PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA cloning, bacterial transformation, microbiology techniques.
- MCB 253: Protein purification, Bradford assay, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, fluorescence techniques.
- Organic Chemistry Laboratory: Organic synthesis, purification, and analytical laboratory techniques.
- Neuroanatomy Laboratory: Human brain dissection and neuroanatomical structure identification.
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician
Illini Emergency Medical Services
08.2025 - 05.2026
EMT Intern
Inverness Fire Protection District
05.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer
Carle Foundation Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2026
Volunteer
Barb's Precious Rescue and Adoption Center
01.2021 - 12.2024
Head Lifeguard and Pool Manager
Palatine Park District
01.2019 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Molecular and Cellular Biology
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign