Thomas Renken
New Fairfield
Summary
Biology student at University of South Carolina. Expected to graduate in May 2029 with an B.S. in Biology. I have a strong drive and excel at networking with those similar to my field. Driven with passion for medical advancement, I am invested in my field, and ensure to be up to date on the latest and greatest current events. Skilled with communication, team building, problem solving, pattern recognition and management, I am dedicated to my work and connecting with individuals in the medical community. I am a highly motivated individual who would work well in a job that promotes collaboration, as well as development, creative and strategic thinking, and the opportunity to be challenged.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Medical Volunteer
Global Community Health Volunteers
03.2026 - 03.2026
- Served on a medical mission trip
- Provided healthcare services to underserved areas of Guatemala.
- I interviewed and assessed patients while collecting personal medical history, family medical history, and current symptoms.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates, or refill requests to facilitate treatment. to the general physician.
- Obtained vital signs, such as pulse rate, blood pressure, body temperature, respiration rate, pulse oximetry, glucose levels, etc.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Sales Representative
Lacrosse Unlimited
Danbury
05.2023 - 12.2025
- Leading sales representative at Danbury, and Norwalk locations.
- Assisted in lacrosse stick stringing; offered separate private coaching services.
- Assisted with social media advertisement and customer outreach
- Engaged customers to understand their needs and recommend suitable products.
- Provided customer service to resolve inquiries and issues promptly.
Service Trip Participant
Full Court Peace
Havana
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Helped rebuild basketball courts for the locals of Havana
- donated hygienic and nutritional items for kids in the local areas.
- Had to communicate and assist in Spanish translation with peers.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-PA)
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2029
High School Diploma -
Wooster School
Danbury, CT06.2025
Skills
- Healthcare
- Patient assessment
- Healthcare communication
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pediatric care
- Physical examination
- Clinical documentation
- Blood pressure measurement
- Mental health support
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medical ethics
- Medical Assisting
- Obtaining Vital Signs
- Multitasking Abilities
- Patient care
Certification
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, CCMA, National Healthcare Association(NHA)
Timeline
Medical Volunteer
Global Community Health Volunteers
03.2026 - 03.2026
Service Trip Participant
Full Court Peace
03.2024 - 03.2024
Sales Representative
Lacrosse Unlimited
05.2023 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-PA)
University of South Carolina
High School Diploma -
Wooster School