Taehyun Kim
Fullerton,CA
Summary
Experienced QI project leader skilled at planning and directing teams to achieve challenging objectives. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication abilities to solve routine and complex problems. Highly motivated in research studies and thrives in collaborative work environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Improvement Project Leader
Golden Springs Medical Clinic
Rowland Heights, CA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Developed project plans and timelines to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Our project aimed to increase the percentage of patients with controlled blood pressure (140/90 mmHg) from 70% to 85% within one year.
- Two objectives: 1) improve adherence to antihypertensive medications and 2) increase follow-up and monitoring frequency for hypertensive patients.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel to record, analyze, and calculate data.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of projects, including tracking progress, resolving issues, and making adjustments as necessary.
- Regularly conducted meetings with physicians and nurse practitioners to evaluate project objectives, track progress, and identify any potential variables that may impact results.
- Provided technical guidance to team members on best practices related to project management processes.
Volunteer
Guatemala Medical Mission
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Organized medical supplies and administered medications.
- Took vitals and explained the prescriptions to patients.
- Shadowed physicians to learn how to approach and treat patients in Guatemala.
Medical Scribe, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Tech
Golden Springs Medical Clinic
Rowland Heights, CA
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Entered patient histories, physical examination results, medication lists, and other information accurately and efficiently into both physical and electronic charts.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by utilizing an EMR system in compliance with HIPAA standards
- Identified optimal veins for blood extraction through the use of sterile tools, such as needles and vials.
- Used interpersonal skills to interact with patients and gather information on their medical history, chief complaints, and vital signs.
- Organized charts, documents, and supplies for increased team productivity
- Provided quality patient care by collecting and transporting clinical specimens accurately and timely in accordance with established procedures
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals from various disciplines to facilitate seamless communication and task execution.
- Scheduled patient appointments, collected and processed payments, and maintained patient records.
Director's Assistant of Pre-health Career Advisor
StoD (Student to Doctor) - Nonprofit Organization
Los Angeles, CA
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided and shared information on the general path to medical school preparation with the director's assistance.
- Assisted the director in creating presentations for students who need information about preparing for medical school.
- Facilitated the connection of students with current professionals in fields such as doctors, nurse practitioners, dentists, and pharmacy school students.
Volunteer
Seed Church
La Palma, CA
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Food bank: Sorted donations, packed food boxes, and distributed meals.
- Senior daycare service: Helped seniors with arts, exercise, and lunch.
- Clothes donation center: Sorted and organized clothes for distribution.
- Korean TA: Assisted students with language practice and cultural understanding.
- Beach clean-up: Cleaned up along 3 miles of the coastal line.
- City park clean-up: Cleaned up a park in Fullerton city.
Phlebotomy Extern
Industricare Medical Group, INC
Westminster, CA
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Ensured that the phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station were fully stocked.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to physician assistants and nurses.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from the blood serum.
Caregiver
Private
Fullerton, CA
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Assisted with basic living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and drinking.
- Provided transportation to fulfill patient's needs, which include his daily activity plans and appointments.
- Administered, monitored, and recorded the medications of patient.
- Managed the house to stay clean, socialized, and aided the patient in participating in community activities.
- Ensured communication with medical professionals to provide patient care plans and reports.
Private Tutor
Private Tutor
Fullerton, CA
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Tutored 11th and 12th-grade students in AP calculus and AP chemistry.
Volunteer for People With Disabilities
Milal Mission
West Covina, CA
12.2015 - 12.2018
- Developed a solid and reliable bond with disability to optimize caregiving support.
- Monitored progress of disabilities and reported necessary changes.
Cashier
Wasabi Japanese Cuisine
Orange , CA
12.2015 - 12.2018
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the restaurant's products and services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-2022
Skills
- Web Design
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Self-directed
- Quick learner
- Detail oriented
- Team player
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician I, 2022
Languages
Korean
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Director's Assistant of Pre-health Career Advisor
StoD (Student to Doctor) - Nonprofit Organization
11.2023 - 04.2024
Quality Improvement Project Leader
Golden Springs Medical Clinic
06.2023 - 07.2024
Volunteer
Guatemala Medical Mission
06.2023 - 07.2024
Volunteer
Seed Church
12.2022 - 04.2024
Medical Scribe, Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Tech
Golden Springs Medical Clinic
09.2022 - 07.2024
Phlebotomy Extern
Industricare Medical Group, INC
08.2022 - 09.2022
Caregiver
Private
07.2020 - 02.2021
Private Tutor
Private Tutor
05.2019 - 07.2020
Volunteer for People With Disabilities
Milal Mission
12.2015 - 12.2018
Cashier
Wasabi Japanese Cuisine
12.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of California - San Diego
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