Zara Karim
Plano
Summary
Pre-med Biology student with a minor in Management Information Systems, combining hands-on clinical experience with technical skills in data analysis and EMR systems. Passionate about improving patient care through research, technology, and community involvement. Seeking opportunities to further explore clinical and data-driven healthcare work.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research
Osteoporosis Research
Norman
01.2025 - Current
- Extract patient data from EMR systems for post-operative care analysis
- Analyze follow-up osteoporosis treatment trends using Excel and SQL
Medical Assistant
Fair Health and Wellness Center
Allen
06.2023 - Current
- Chart patient medications and history using EMR systems
- Perform EKGs, vitals, and urine tests under physician supervision
Kids Camp Counselor & Kids Team Member
Lifetime Fitness
Plano
05.2021 - Current
- Designed daily lesson plans and supervised group activities
- Fostered a safe, trusting environment between children and guardians
Pharmacy Assistant
Texas Star Pharmacy
Plano
11.2019 - Current
- Prepared medical kits and compounded medications
- Handled prescription refill coordination and patient communication
Certified Medical Assistant
Baylor Scott & White
Frisco
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Took patient vitals and assisted with bed baths and ambulation
- Shadowed surgeries and supported sterilization procedures
- Reviewed X-rays and identified anatomical abnormalities
Education
University of Oklahoma - Biology, Pre-Medicine, Management Information Systems
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OKSkills
- Technical Skills: MongoDB, SQL, Entity-Relationship Diagrams, ETL Process, Excel (Advanced), Microsoft Office, Google Drive, C#
- Healthcare Skills: EMR Systems, EKG, Vitals, Medical Terminology, Patient Care
- Soft Skills: Communication, Teamwork, Dependability, Optimism
Certification
- CPR Certified
- Clinical Nursing Assistant
- Clinical Medical Assistant
Community Service
- UT Southwestern Volunteer (2024)
Global Medical Brigades – Honduras (2021)
OU Big Event & Little Event (2022–2024)
Crimson Leadership Association Mentor (2023–2024)
Dance Marathon Community Relations (2023)
Texas Star Pharmacy Volunteer (2019–2023)
Feed My Starving Children, Frisco Fastpacs, SPCA, Plano Masjid, Preston Ridge Church, Parsons House Frisco – Various volunteering roles (2017–2023)
Awards
- National Merit Semi-Finalist
- Scholarship/Academic of Excellence Scholarship
- M Blanche Adams & M Frances Award
- Harwell Endowed Scholarship
- University of Oklahoma Dean's List
- AP Scholar Award
- NHS 100 Hours of Service Award
- Health Science Clinical 'Highest Academic Achieving' Award
- Kappa Alpha Theta Smarty Kat Award
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Finalist
Timeline
Undergraduate Research
Osteoporosis Research
01.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Fair Health and Wellness Center
06.2023 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Baylor Scott & White
01.2022 - 06.2022
Kids Camp Counselor & Kids Team Member
Lifetime Fitness
05.2021 - Current
Pharmacy Assistant
Texas Star Pharmacy
11.2019 - Current
University of Oklahoma - Biology, Pre-Medicine, Management Information Systems
University of Oklahoma
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