Tori Larson
Fargo,ND
Summary
Motivated pre-physician assistant student with the goal of serving those in all communities. Eager to learn and commit to the rigorous challenge of physician assistant school to provide high-quality care to patients of all cultures and socio-economic statuses.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Dermatology Medical Assistant
Fargo Center for Dermatology
Fargo, ND
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinate and schedule patient appointments, ensuring timely follow-ups, and efficient workflow in the dermatology office.
- Educate patients on post-procedure care, wound care, and skin care treatment plans to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Manage patient intake, including obtaining medical histories, recording vital signs, and preparing patients for exams.
- Maintain accurate patient records, including documenting procedures, diagnoses, and treatment plans, in compliance with HIPAA.
- Manage the inventory of dermatology-specific supplies, ensuring the availability and proper storage of medications, tools, and equipment.
- Assist in the preparation and sterilization of medical instruments and examination rooms to maintain a clean and safe environment.
- 1,596.81 hours
Shadowing Student
Fargo Center for Dermatology
Fargo, ND
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Shadowed professionals to learn best approaches and appropriate methods to handle issues.
- Gained insight into the healthcare team dynamic in a clinical setting.
- Observed collaboration between the physician assistants, physician, and nurse practitioner to provide the highest level of patient care.
- Witnessed physician assistants curate treatment plans to best fit the needs of the patient and their lifestyle.
- 15 hours
Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Care Companions
Grand Forks, ND
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted with ambulation using walkers, canes or wheelchairs when needed.
- Monitored and documented patient progress on an ongoing basis.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Helped patients with exercises as prescribed by their physical therapist or physician.
- 280 hours
Shadowing Student
North Dakota Surgery Center
Grand Forks, ND
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Oversaw operating room preparation to ensure a sterile environment.
- Expanded medical knowledge through communication with surgical staff and patients.
- Learned the daily responsibilities in a clinical setting.
- Gained insight into biomedical sales and purposes through sales representatives.
- Viewed the surgical repair procedures of hips, knees, shoulders, scopes, trigger finger, and carpal tunnel release.
- 42 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethany Retirement Living
Fargo, ND
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Preserved patient dignity and quality of comfort while performing duties such as bedpan changes, diapering, emptying drainage bags and bathing.
- Assisted residents with daily activities such as helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Responsible for accurate charting, effective team communication, patient relations, and consistent delivery of empathetic care.
- Assisted in the maintenance of a clean, tidy, and safe environment by reporting environmental deficiencies including equipment or lighting problems to the charge nurse.
- 534 hours
Teaching Assistant
University of North Dakota (UND)
Grand Forks, ND
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted students in completing weekly lesson assignments.
- Created an environment of constructive and helpful feedback for assignments.
- Answered emails and questions dealing with class content and grading aspects.
- Guided students in answering study guide and important chapter concepts.
- 80 hours
Barista
Starbucks
Grand Forks, ND
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Described menu items to customers and suggested products based on stated preferences.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality service during peak hours.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Managed cash register and processed transactions with accuracy and integrity.
- Memorized official and off-menu coffee and tea preparations.
- Received and accurately processed customer payments.
- Demonstrated techniques on using multiple beverage machines with new team members.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
- 560 hours
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Pre-Physician Assistant, Biology, Spanish
University of North Dakota (UND)
Grand Forks, ND05.2024
Skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Commitment to quality and service
Certifications Licensures Skills
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification, D&S Diversified Technologies LLP, 01/2022 - Present
Community Service Involvement
- Volunteer, UND Food Pantry, 01/2024-05/2024
- Volunteer, Hope Lutheran Church Night to Shine, 02/2024
- Volunteer, Bethany Retirement Living, Fargo, ND, 05/2021-08/2021
- Volunteer, UND BIG Event, Grand Forks, ND, 04/2023
- Volunteer, Zero Waste Week, Grand Forks, ND, 04/2023
- Volunteer, High School Robotics Competition, Grand Forks, ND, 03/2023
Professional Associations
- President, UND Undergraduate Medical Association, Grand Forks, ND, 05/2023-04/2024
- Internal VP, Dance Marathon at UND, Grand Forks, ND, 05/2023-04/2024
- Member, UND Undergraduate Chemistry Club, Grand Forks, ND, 08/2023-03/2024
- Member, UND Undergraduate Medical Association, Grand Forks, ND, 09/2020-05/2023
- Morale Chair, Dance Marathon at UND, Grand Forks, ND, 08/2022-05/2023
Timeline
Dermatology Medical Assistant
Fargo Center for Dermatology
05.2024 - Current
Shadowing Student
Fargo Center for Dermatology
02.2024 - 05.2024
Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant
Home Care Companions
09.2023 - 05.2024
Shadowing Student
North Dakota Surgery Center
01.2023 - 04.2024
Teaching Assistant
University of North Dakota (UND)
01.2023 - 05.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethany Retirement Living
05.2022 - 01.2024
Barista
Starbucks
02.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Pre-Physician Assistant, Biology, Spanish
University of North Dakota (UND)
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