Overview
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Tara Leath

Ronkonkoma,NY

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Professor of Biology

Long Island University
Brookville, NY
02.2021 - Current
  • Taught several lectures and labs throughout the course of each semester including summer sessions
  • Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
  • Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Instructed up to 20 students individually and in groups during biology labs as well as 50 students in a lecture hall
  • Gave struggling students personalized support during office hours or via email.

Bartender

Bahama Breeze
Lake Grove
03.2020 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and crafting high-quality beverages
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
  • Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Trained multiple new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation and sanitation protocol.

Scribe

NY Health
Ronkonkoma
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting medical histories, physical examinations, and procedures.
  • Streamlined physician workflow by transcribing medical information in real-time during patient consultations.
  • Submitted orders for additional tests and examinations.
  • Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results and other details directly into charts.
  • Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
  • Selected appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes for records.
  • Reduced errors in medical records through meticulous attention to detail and thorough knowledge of medical terminology.

Night Shift Supervisor/Day Time Manager

IHOP
06.2014 - 10.2020
  • Protected establishment and company regulations by adhering to sanitation and food safety policies
  • Held access to store safe in order to complete register pulls and bank drops
  • Assisted customers with complaints, questions and concerns.
  • Trained staff members to perform inventory management, customer service and maintenance.
  • Managed communication between associates and management, addressing key issues and needs.
  • Assigned each member of 20 person team with specific daily tasks and responsibilities.

Head Instructor

ATA Martial Arts
08.2009 - 09.2015
  • Responsible for conducting classes of approximately 10 to 20 students ranging in age from 3 to adult
  • Directed belt ceremonies, demonstrations, and other events
  • Tasked with opening and closing academy several days a week
  • Possessed necessary training to conduct sparring, weapons, leadership, and traditional classes

Education

Master of Science - Biology

LIU Post
Brookville, NY
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biology

St. Josephs College
Patchogue, NY
2018

Skills

  • Computer: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Food Manager Certification for Suffolk County Department of Health Services
  • Pharmacy Tech Certification (CPhT)
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Strong communication skills
  • Data gathering and organization

Volunteer Experience

Huntington Hospital

  • October 2019- March 2020 (Cancelled due to Covid19)
  • Pharmacy Department
  • Assisted staff as needed
  • Delivered medication and returned unused medication from nurses' stations to the Pharmacy

Timeline

Scribe

NY Health
08.2022 - 01.2023

Adjunct Professor of Biology

Long Island University
02.2021 - Current

Bartender

Bahama Breeze
03.2020 - Current

Night Shift Supervisor/Day Time Manager

IHOP
06.2014 - 10.2020

Head Instructor

ATA Martial Arts
08.2009 - 09.2015

Master of Science - Biology

LIU Post

Bachelor of Science - Biology

St. Josephs College
Tara Leath