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SOPHIA SHAFFER

Charlottesville

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Scribe

UVA Health
Charlottesville
05.2025 - Current
  • Documented patient encounters during high-volume, busy clinical visits for accurate medical records.
  • Input details about patient histories, physical examinations, and medications into charts.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information following HIPAA guidelines.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of terminology, consistently seeking ongoing training to expand and maintain knowledge base.

Undergraduate Researcher

Kashatus Lab
Charlottesville
08.2023 - Current
  • Validated expression of Drp1-K38A construct in human colorectal cancer cells using Western blot analysis.
  • Conducted live imaging time course to understand how mitochondrial fission contributes to CRC progression.
  • Designed a project to determine how Drp1-mediated changes in mitochondrial fission contribute to EGFR-driven methuosis in GBM cells.
  • Learned and utilized techniques such as confocal microscopy, live-cell imaging, and low-density colony formation.

Physician Shadowing

07.2023 - Current
  • Observe patient consultations, treatment planning, and procedures across various specialties.
  • Gain insight to clinical decision-making and physician-patient communication.
  • Learn about medical documentation and ethics.
  • Gained exposure to diagnostic procedures and treatment plans through direct observation.

Volunteer

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
Charlottesville
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Provided support to medical staff in patient care and administrative tasks.
  • Communicated effectively with diverse groups, ensuring a welcoming environment.
  • Offered support and assistance to community members including patients and their families.

Team Member

Chick-Fil-A
Alpharetta
06.2022 - 12.2024
  • Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining and kitchen areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow during peak hours.
  • Assisted in training new employees on operational procedures and best practices.
  • Looked for ways to go above and beyond job requirements.

Volunteer

Madison House Recreational Fitness
Charlottesville
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Encouraged and assisted people with disabilities during physical activity.
  • Built meaningful relationships with people in greater Charlottesville community.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience

University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
09.2025

High School Diploma -

Wesleyan School
Peachtree Corners, GA
05.2023

Accomplishments

  • Harrison Undergraduate Research Award Recipient (2025)
  • College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s List

Timeline

Medical Scribe

UVA Health
05.2025 - Current

Volunteer

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
10.2024 - 05.2025

Undergraduate Researcher

Kashatus Lab
08.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Madison House Recreational Fitness
08.2023 - 02.2024

Physician Shadowing

07.2023 - Current

Team Member

Chick-Fil-A
06.2022 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience

University of Virginia

High School Diploma -

Wesleyan School

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