Tawanda Aquino
220 Meadow Ln. Apt B10 Secaucus, NJ ,USA
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Coordinator
Columbia University
New York, NY
06.2022 - 06.2025
- Monitored subject enrollment and tracked dropout details.
- Performed physical examinations and collected medical histories as part of study protocols.
- Documented patient history and physical examination results in electronic medical records system.
- Assisted in training new medical staff members by providing orientation sessions.
- Conducted screening interviews to determine the eligibility of possible subjects.
- Conducted neurocognitive assessments.
- Kept patient care protocols and clinical trial operations in compliance.
- Collected, processed, and delivered specimens from trial participants.
- Adhered to standards in areas involving data collection, research protocols, and regulatory reporting.
- Assessed records of each patient, reviewed databases, and checked referrals to locate potential research study participants.
- Detailed results and conclusions in professionally prepared documents, reports, and presentations.
- Developed protocols, prepared equipment, and purchased materials to coordinate administrative functions in support of planned studies.
- Identified issues and provided timely resolutions.
- Organized, analyzed, and modeled study data.
FAMSA PAL Mentor
UNIBE Student Organization
, Dominican Republic
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Guided new students through orientation and acclimatization to campus life.
- Assisted in the development of individual learning plans for each student based on their needs and goals.
- Provided mentorship and advice to students regarding academic, social, and personal issues.
- Encouraged students to reach their full potential by providing positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
Student Investigator/Primary Investigator
UNIBE
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Identified patients who were qualified candidates for the study.
- Prepared participants and collected specimens or data.
- Interacted with personnel to develop an understanding of project needs and requirements.
- Conducted telephone or in-person questionnaires.
- Managed informed consent forms, personal waivers, and other critical paperwork.
- Liaised with healthcare providers, social work agencies, and limited English-speaking communities to promote services.
- Translated written healthcare text from handouts and brochures to prepare printed medical information in Spanish.
- Collaborated with patient navigators and social workers to support patients' interpretation needs.
Research Assistant Intern
Hospital General Plaza de la Salud
, Dominican Republic
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Conducted fieldwork activities, including data collection and observation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Provided administrative support to research projects, including scheduling and coordination tasks.
- Interpreted results from laboratory tests or surveys conducted by other researchers.
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Lady of The Seas, Sister Parish
, Dominican Republic
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Identified relevant questions and determined the best methods of collection.
- Set up study areas, prepared participants, and collected specimens or data.
- Demonstrated sensitivity towards diverse cultural backgrounds while providing interpretation services.
- Worked with physicians to ensure accurate communication during patient exams.
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Operation Airways
11.2019 - 11.2019
- Supplied thorough, accurate, and ethical interpreter services for individuals with limited English-speaking skills.
- Offered quick verbal translations of documents for use by medical professionals.
- Interpreted verbal and written information during examinations, tests, and treatments.
Research Assistant Intern
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, USA
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Obtained supplies and equipment needed for research projects, and kept equipment in proper working condition.
- Compiled and organized research data to produce reports and graphs.
- Assisted with investigations and literature reviews to drive initiatives.
- Prepared special instruments and monitoring devices used to record test results.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Iberoamericana UNIBE
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic11.2021
Medicine - Pre-Medicine
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJSkills
- Language: Advanced in English and Spanish
- Research: data management, data oversight, problem solving, data analysis, electronic medical record handling, and protocol development
- Medicine: Efficient patient assessment, evaluation, medical terminology, communication skills, multitasking capacity, and analytical skills
- Technology: Excel (intermediate), EMR systems, basic computer science competence
Certification
- USMLE Step 1, Passed
- USMLE Step 2, Passed
- Woodcock Johnson IV - Research certified administrator - 2025
- KSADS Research administrator - 2025
- Certified BLS, American Heart Association, 2020
- Certified Clinical Skills, Wound management and Sutures, CIFMEC, 2019
- Certified Infection Control & Barrier Precautions Training, New York State Department of Health, 2020
- Human Subjects Protection Training (includes Minors and FDA where applicable), 07/19/22
- Research with Minors, 07/19/22
- HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act Research Training Course
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training, 07/18/22 - 07/18/25
- Bloodborne Pathogens/Infection Control Training for Personnel in Human Research Studies and Clinical Settings, 08/02/22 - Present
Publications
- Facile Method To Study Catalytic Oxygen Evolution Using a Dissolved Oxygen Optical Probe: An Undergraduate Chemistry Laboratory To Appreciate Artificial Photosynthesis., Journal of Chemical Education, 94, 10.1021/acs.jchemed.7b00074
- Researching COVID to Enhance Recovery (RECOVER) Initiative, Included as a co-author on the protocol paper which is to be submitted to JAMA Network open in March 2023.
Professional Associations
- Beta Beta Beta Member
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator
Columbia University
06.2022 - 06.2025
Research Assistant Intern
Hospital General Plaza de la Salud
05.2021 - 06.2021
FAMSA PAL Mentor
UNIBE Student Organization
01.2021 - 12.2021
Student Investigator/Primary Investigator
UNIBE
01.2020 - 07.2021
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Lady of The Seas, Sister Parish
01.2020 - 01.2020
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Operation Airways
11.2019 - 11.2019
Research Assistant Intern
Saint Peter's University
01.2015 - 12.2015
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Iberoamericana UNIBE
Medicine - Pre-Medicine
Saint Peter's University
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