Sophie Messenger
Summary
On track to pursue a career as a Physician Assistant. Self-driven and responsible. Excellent work ethic and communication skills. Enthusiastic learner eager to gain more experience working in the medical field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapy Technician
4 Oaks Physical Therapy
06.2022 - Current
- Monitor patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
- Execute interventions of modalities or exercise as directed by therapist or assistant.
- Assist with reception duties like scheduling patients and organizing patient progress sheets.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Prepare patients to meet with physical therapists.
- Prepare for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Retrieve and set up patients with hot and cold packs.
Terp to Terp Campus ReUse Store Program Assistant
University Of Maryland-Department Of Resident Life
10.2023 - Current
- Assist with organization and cleanliness of the Campus ReUse Store.
- Gather and processed donations from sites around campus.
- Organize donations in the store and prepared for our open-shop events.
- Run appointments during store hours.
- Create digital content for our social media platforms.
- Coordinate and communicated with my coworkers to support program objectives.
- Advocate for sustainability and educate students on sustainable living practices.
Tutor
Kumon Math & Reading Center Of College Park
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with students to complete assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provide classwork assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivate students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Develop student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Tutor diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Undergraduate Learning Assistant (ULA)
Dr. Tammatha O'Brien: Anatomy And Physiology II
08.2023 - Current
- Assess student needs to determine appropriate level of required support.
- Monitor progress of students and adjusted instructional strategies to meet specific needs more efficiently.
- Support interaction between students during group work activities using guided conversation.
- Assist students in developing study skills and strategies.
- Support professor needs by grading group activity assignments and proctoring exams.
Babysitter
Families In My Community
10.2016 - Current
- Play games and read books to children.
- Plan fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Engage with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Communicate positively with children and guardians.
- Organize and clean home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Reassure children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
Terps for Change Volunteer
UMD Campus Pantry
09.2023 - Current
- Assist with the UMD Farmers Market.
- Assess Farmers Market attendance periodically.
- Maintain a clean, neat, and operational workspace to serve program needs.
- Communicate with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represent organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Use strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Food Pantry Volunteer
Our Lady Of Victory - Food Pantry
10.2020 - Current
- Collaborate with other volunteers to create efficient sorting and distribution processes.
- Evaluate food donation quality according to organization's safety standards.
- Serve food to community members at pantry based on preferences, nutritional recommendations and needs.
- Sort, stock and organize shelves with food for easy access by other volunteers.
- Greet community members upon arrival to create welcoming environment.
- Served with the OLV Food Pantry every month from 2020-2021, and during the summers from 2021-current.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Science
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2025
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Multitasking and Organization
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Advanced Excel
- Medical Terminology
Accomplishments
- Earned a spot on the dean's list every academic semester at the University of Maryland thus far.
- Demonstrated excellence in upper-level coursework with a concentration in biology and chemistry.
- Completion of the Life Sciences Scholars Program and citation recipient.
Timeline
Terp to Terp Campus ReUse Store Program Assistant
University Of Maryland-Department Of Resident Life
10.2023 - Current
Tutor
Kumon Math & Reading Center Of College Park
10.2023 - Current
Terps for Change Volunteer
UMD Campus Pantry
09.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Learning Assistant (ULA)
Dr. Tammatha O'Brien: Anatomy And Physiology II
08.2023 - Current
Physical Therapy Technician
4 Oaks Physical Therapy
06.2022 - Current
Food Pantry Volunteer
Our Lady Of Victory - Food Pantry
10.2020 - Current
Babysitter
Families In My Community
10.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Science
University of Maryland - College Park
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