Tara Leath
Ronkonkoma,NY
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor of Biology
Long Island University
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
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
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, NY05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
St. Josephs College
Patchogue, NY2018
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
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