Sonya Peregrim
Westfield
Summary
Triple threat clinical medical assistant, research assistant, and leader of peers with wide breadth of skills relating to both medicine and scientific research. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Looking for a position that utilizes all three of the potential positions I'm qualified for and that will add to my currently progressing expertise.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Rutgers University
09.2023 - Current
- Became independent by conducting various behavioral paradigms relating to drug addiction under little to no supervision
- Learned numerous skills crucial to the field of research using rats as our subject: oral gavaging, handling, various surgical procedures, and different injection techniques.
- Implemented wet lab skills such as pipetting, PCR and qPCR, homogenization and preservation of genetic information, and various immunohistochemistry procedures.
- Reviewed and critiqued literature to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Director
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Served as Peer Tutoring Program Director without compensation
- Developed high-performing teams of student tutors by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered tutor engagement and boosted overall team morale.
Medical Assistant
Gotham Footcare
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Acted as dual medical assistant and receptionist on days when the front desk was overworked.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Learned social aspect of dealing with patients.
Clinical Medical Assistant Extern
AFC Urgent Care
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Solidified useful medical skills including phlebotomy, taking cultures, and predicting the physician's next need.
- Educated patients on their conditions to reduce fear, gain insight, and trust their physician
Multi-Specialty Medical Scribe (Remote)
DeepScribe
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Remotely observed physician-patient interactions over numerous organizations and specialties across all levels of healthcare.
- Promoted to serve priority clients whose chronic disease management required extensive detail, advanced medical terminology, and was exclusive to note-taking deemed exceptional by supervisors.
Clinical Research Assistant
Physician Case Series
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Served as primary author on physician-led case series regarding post-acute sequela of COVID-19
- Deepened understanding of multiple clinically relevant academic areas including immunology, virology, pharmacology, and biochemistry
- Conducted literature reviews to inform our research and enhance understanding of current trends in clinical research.
General and Organic Chemistry Tutor
George Washington University
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Participated in professional development activities to improve tutorial skills and grow cultural competence and reflection skills.
Medical ED Scribe
ScribeAmericaLLC
04.2020 - 01.2021
- Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results and other details directly into charts.
- Charted patient encounters by recording information such as diagnosis, treatments and prescriptions.
- Attended patient appointments and wrote narrative account of events using proper abbreviations, grammar and spelling.
Physician Shadow
Trinitas Regional Medical Center, ED Dept
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Introduced to the essentials of patient care, exposed to a variety of illnesses and diseases, and interacted with patients and families during their stay.
- Assisted trauma doctors with everyday tasks (including checking on patients, providing medical supplies in instances of critical care, and acted as liaison between doctors, nurses, and EMTs) to improve efficiency in the Emergency Department.
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Rutgers University
Newark10-2025
CareerStep Medical Assisting Program
11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
George Washington University, The
Washington, DC05.2021
Skills
- Medical Chart Documentation
- Vital Signs
- EMR Systems
- Performing 12-lead EKG
- Phlebotomy
- Therapeutic Communication
- Patient Education
- Examination Preparation
- Immunohistochemistry
- Data collection
- Research and analysis
- Leadership
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (2022)
- BLS certified by the American Red Cross (2022)
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Nepali
Full Professional
Timeline
Director
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
09.2024 - 10.2025
Research Assistant
Rutgers University
09.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Gotham Footcare
02.2023 - 09.2023
Clinical Medical Assistant Extern
AFC Urgent Care
12.2022 - 02.2023
Multi-Specialty Medical Scribe (Remote)
DeepScribe
11.2021 - 07.2022
Clinical Research Assistant
Physician Case Series
06.2021 - 05.2022
Medical ED Scribe
ScribeAmericaLLC
04.2020 - 01.2021
General and Organic Chemistry Tutor
George Washington University
12.2019 - 05.2022
Physician Shadow
Trinitas Regional Medical Center, ED Dept
05.2019 - 09.2019
CareerStep Medical Assisting Program
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (2022)
- BLS certified by the American Red Cross (2022)
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
George Washington University, The
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