Overview
Work History
Education
Physician Assistant Competencies
Certification
Volunteer Experience
Professional Affiliations
Awards and Honors
Projects
Timeline
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Zach Harrison

Chino,CA

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Radiology Technician Aide

City Of Hope
04.2020 - 05.2022
  • Checked all imaging equipment after every use to verify proper functioning.
  • Helped patients into proper positions for procedures and provided instructions on remaining still for duration of each scan.
  • Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
  • Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
  • Screened patients to ensure all former surgeries and information was correct
  • Worked closely with radiology technicians to schedule inpatient and outpatient procedures
  • Transported patients from various areas in the hospital to radiology modalities

ACT/SAT Tutor

C2 Education Centers Inc.
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Prepared lesson plans to meet goals identified in students' individualized study plans
  • Measured outcomes and progress of students using benchmark assessments
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills on stronger ones
  • Developed student confidence though attentive instruction in English and Science, applying positive reinforcement strategies
  • Interacted with parents, students and co-workers to build support networks and enhance student success

Swim Team Coach

West End YMCA
07.2019 - 02.2020
  • Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form
  • Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism
  • Promoted stretching and proper exercise form to help players avoid injuries and prevent muscle tightness
  • Alleviated athlete stress and boosted overall enthusiasm for long practices through positive attitude and motivational techniques
  • Educated student-athletes on proper nutrition and benefits of adequate sleep, which helped improve overall performance
  • Maintained equipment, facilities, and inventory in proper order to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
  • Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others

Swimming Lessons Instructor

West End YMCA
08.2016 - 10.2019
  • Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success
  • Observed other instructors and lecturers, gathering valuable techniques to be implemented into future lectures and courses
  • Initiated new learning methods, promoting total student comprehension while curbing learning time
  • Reminded students to practice swimming strokes to develop their skills and improve technique
  • Gave private lessons to special needs students, including those with down syndrome and ADHD, teaching such techniques as floating and treading water
  • Reiterated water safety practices and lifesaving measures at every class to prevent accidents
  • Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons
  • Explained and demonstrated the four swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water
  • Tracked students’ progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement
  • Earned positive feedback from parents regarding swimming instruction and student learning success

Certified Lifeguard

West End YMCA
06.2016 - 10.2019
  • Detailed factors such as weather, incidents and aid rendered in daily reports to management
  • Observed recreational users to detect safety concerns and prevent ongoing violations
  • Ensured compliance with pool policies and procedures; offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness
  • Attentively watch over swimmers being quick to identify those in distress
  • Checked water readings every hour to keep chemicals at safe levels and avoid potential illnesses among patrons
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
  • Inspected pool while on duty and skimmed obstacles, including toys, trash and patrons that could hinder line of sight
  • Warned patrons of unsafe or hazardous weather and swimming conditions and suggested alternative activities during closures

Education

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies -

Northwestern College
Orange City, IA
08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

California Baptist University
Riverside, CA
05.2019

Physician Assistant Competencies

  

Preparing a sterile field

IV insertion/ venipunctures

Subcutaneous, intradermal, intramuscular injections

Joint injections/aspirations

Leg and arm casting & splinting

Intraosseous access lines

Cerumen removal

Fluorescent eye staining

Foreign body removal from the ear or nose

Suturing

Incision & Drainage of cysts and abscesses

Laceration repair

Skin biopsies

Foley catheterization

Skin Biopsies

Cryotherapy

Wound Care

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certified

Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certified

Nexplanon certified

Mirena certified

Smiles for Life Pregnancy and Women's Oral Health certified

Smiles for Life Child Oral Health certified

Smiles for Life: Caries Risk Assessment, Fluoride Varnish, and Counseling certified

Smiles for Life Geriatric Oral Health certified

CORE Concepts in Telehealth certified

EZ-IO certified

Volunteer Experience

Dishwasher at the Banquet in Sioux Falls, SD - 2023 

PA Graduate Admission Interviews - 2023

Pediatrics Volunteer at Pomona Valley Hospital- 2017-2018

Professional Affiliations

  

Iowa Physician Assistant Society (IPAS) Current

American Academy of Physician’s Associates (AAPA) Current

Awards and Honors

California Baptist University Provost's List Spring 2016, 2017, 2019 and Fall 2017

Projects

Senior Capstone Project- 2019: Decoding the Design of Dickens- Analyzing the works of Charles Dickens through the lens of Ecocriticism

Timeline

Radiology Technician Aide

City Of Hope
04.2020 - 05.2022

ACT/SAT Tutor

C2 Education Centers Inc.
10.2019 - 04.2021

Swim Team Coach

West End YMCA
07.2019 - 02.2020

Swimming Lessons Instructor

West End YMCA
08.2016 - 10.2019

Certified Lifeguard

West End YMCA
06.2016 - 10.2019

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies -

Northwestern College

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

California Baptist University
Zach Harrison