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Varun Vaidya

Edison,USA

Summary

Community-focused professional with a strong background in volunteer initiatives, dedicated to driving impactful projects that enhance community well-being. Recognized for exceptional teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, consistently delivering results through collaboration. Committed to fostering positive outcomes and empowering others by leveraging diverse skills and experiences. Passionate about creating sustainable change and building lasting relationships within the community.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Leadership

River Road Rescue Squad
10.2024 - Current
  • EMS Sergeant at River Road Rescue Squad, overseeing daily ambulance service operations
  • Created and maintained training reports to ensure EMTs remained current on certifications and requirements
  • Verified timely completion of patient charts and accurate documentation of care provided
  • Scheduled shifts to optimize staffing efficiency and service coverage
  • Ensured ambulances were fully restocked and ready for service prior to each shift
  • Mediated conflicts and addressed personnel issues to maintain team cohesion and performance
  • Expanded leadership, organizational, and communication skills while managing and motivating team members

Non-Profit

01.2024 - 05.2025
  • Served on River Road Rescue Squad’s Brand Committee to help launch myFreeAmbulance, a program providing free BLS ambulance access to underserved communities
  • Collaborated with committee members to develop initiatives that improved accessibility and strengthened community partnerships
  • Helped build trust in historically underserved communities, leading to increased use of ambulance services without fear of financial burden
  • Developed strong communication skills by engaging diverse populations and adapting messaging to community needs
  • Gained experience in grassroots outreach, teamwork, and problem-solving while advancing equitable healthcare access

Volunteer

Crisis Text Line
09.2024 - Current
  • Volunteer Crisis Counselor with Crisis Text Line, supporting individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges
  • Provided empathetic, nonjudgmental support to texters navigating issues ranging from suicidal ideation to stress and anxiety
  • Collaborated with individuals to develop safety plans tailored to their unique circumstances
  • Adapted communication strategies to diverse backgrounds and high-risk situations with sensitivity and care
  • Strengthened crisis management, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills through handling complex, high-stakes conversations

EMT-Basic

River Road Rescue Squad
06.2023 - Current
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.


Research Assistant

Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
01.2023 - Current
  • Learned and employed methods for protein purification and blotting. Participated in mouse studies studying T-cell response to vaccines as well as viruses.
  • Working on developing tests for Herpes Simplex Virus 1, 2, Dengue, Zika, Yellow Fever, and West Nile Virus using Recombinase Polymerase Amplification, an isothermal amplification method as an alternative to ePCR.
  • Learned and performed techniques such as gel electrophoresis, mouse vaccination, blood, spleen, and brain collection, ELISA assays, and running both Recombinase Polymerase Amplifications (RPA) as well as Polymerase Chain Reactions (PCR), and flow cytometry

Tutor

AE2 Learning
06.2019 - 06.2025
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences

Rutgers University, School of Environmental And Biological Sciences
New Brunswick, NJ
05-2025

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organized and efficient
  • Attention to detail
  • Leadership qualities
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership skills

Certification

  • EMT - Emergency Medical Technician

Languages

Hindi
Limited Working

Timeline

Leadership

River Road Rescue Squad
10.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Crisis Text Line
09.2024 - Current

Non-Profit

01.2024 - 05.2025

EMT-Basic

River Road Rescue Squad
06.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
01.2023 - Current

Tutor

AE2 Learning
06.2019 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences

Rutgers University, School of Environmental And Biological Sciences