Sarita Som
Severna Park,MD
Summary
Talented pre-medical job seeker offering strong history of success in meeting patient and clinician needs. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level medical assistant/ scribe position. Self-motivated and excited to learn and improve clinical skills with excellent bedside manner.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Extender
Primary Children's Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Enhanced efficiency of Patient Care Team Model, ensuring safe and high-quality care for physicians' patients.
- Actively participated in patient care, including rounding on patients, documenting physical exam findings, and assisting with charting.
- Provided patients with updates on their care plans and explained lab or imaging results.
- Facilitated communication among care team members and coordinated consultations with other healthcare providers.
Genetics Researcher
University Of Utah OUR
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Investigated mechanisms underlying specific bacterial infection by bacteriophages through comparative genomics and infection assays.
- Developed research grant proposals, identified research objectives and created research plans.
- Presented research findings in various forums, including departmental and laboratory meetings, oral poster presentations, senior honors thesis, and a manuscript currently under peer review for the Journal of Science.
Pediatric Clinical Research Assistant
Primary Children's Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Screened emergency department patients for eligibility in pediatric emergency medicine studies based on medical history, presenting symptoms, and medical test results.
- Educated patients regarding all facets of clinical study participation.
- Obtained informed consent from eligible patients and assisted with data collection and entry into medical databases like iCentra and REDCap.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of federal regulatory compliance guidelines.
Medical Office Receptionist
The Centers For Advanced ENT Care: Annapolis ENT
Annapolis, MD
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Provided pre-registration, registration, and discharge services for patients, maintaining awareness of provider schedules and scope of practice.
- Managed phone inquiries, documented encounters, and prepared chart paperwork in the electronic health record system (EHR) for physician follow-up.
- Verified insurance information and handled referrals and patient authorizations for billing purposes.
Client Care Specialist
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers
Annapolis, MD
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Coordinated front office duties, including handling patient inquiries, scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and managing billing.
- Checked patient insurance coverage, demographic, and health history to keep information current for over 50 patient cases weekly.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
Cashier
Chick-fil-A
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Education
Honors Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT08.2023
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- EMR Software
- Electronic Charting
- Documentation Accuracy
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Relations
- Patient History Understanding
- HIPAA Compliance
- Informed Consent
Certification
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification, Crisis Text Line
- Good Clinical Practice Certification, CITI Program
- Human Research Certification, CITI Program
Timeline
Physician Extender
Primary Children's Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023
Genetics Researcher
University Of Utah OUR
08.2021 - 05.2023
Pediatric Clinical Research Assistant
Primary Children's Hospital
08.2021 - 05.2023
Medical Office Receptionist
The Centers For Advanced ENT Care: Annapolis ENT
04.2020 - 07.2020
Client Care Specialist
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers
05.2019 - 08.2019
Cashier
Chick-fil-A
01.2018 - 08.2018
Honors Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Utah
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