Medical Assistant

SALONI DESAI

Fairfax, VA (C) 571-***-**** ******.***@*****.***

SKILLS

Efficiently conduct database literature review in specific biological, social, and behavioral areas

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proficient with SPSS, MATLAB, REDcap, ePA, MEDITech, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Word

Strong organizational and analytical skills

Fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, and proficient in German

Processing and examining specimens under various types of microscopes

Aseptic technique

Strong working knowledge of all essential regulatory documents, SOPs, research protocols, GCP, and phases of clinical trials

Leadership and conflict resolution

Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge of clinical trials processes, regulations along with ICH/GCP guidelines

HIPAA Compliance

Quick and enthusiastic learner

Conducting organic and inorganic experiments using appropriate chemistry equipment

WORK HISTORY

Senior Medical Assistant/Office Manager 06/2017 to Current

Arthritis and Rheumatology Clinical Center of Northern Virginia – Vienna, VA

Certified BioFlex Cold Laser technician

Perform basic medical receptionist responsibilities

Responsible for all production related activities for multiple technologies, including Sterile/Aseptic

Oversee duties and responsibilities of staff to ensure all goals are met each day

Administer appropriate MIPS and procedural documents

Asses vitals, scribe, and assist with out-patient procedures (arthrocentesis, injections, ultrasound, bracing)

Inform patients on lab/imaging results and answer pertinent questions/concerns

Verify and send electronic prescriptions to pharmacy

Complete prior authorizations for biologic medications using EPAs

Maintain and organize office and medical supplies

Science Tutor 01/2016 to 05/2016

Chesterfield Juvenile Detention Center – Chesterfield, VA

Provided small-group tutoring to adolescents in preparation for in-class exams and Standard of Learning standardized test

Tutored in Science topics including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science

Developed learning strategies and materials to meet student's academic needs

Emergency Department Medical Scribe 05/2015 to 12/2016

ScribeAmerica – Richmond, VA

Worked alongside physicians and documented patient history, lab/radiology reports, and physical exams using MediTech

Helped maintain efficient and organized responses in a high-stress work environment

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant 08/2016 to 05/2017

Virginia Commonwealth University – Richmond, VA

Helped prepare and present research at VCU Symposium for Undergraduate Research using PowerPoint

Organized and maintained participants' charts

Video edited and collected data from participant interviews

Performed clinical data collection, verification, and entry using REDcap Database

Assisted Project Coordinator to review and evaluate patient data using manual and computer-generated checks to address behavioral research questions

Multitasked and completed responsibilities in a timely manner

Tracked and communicated project status, progress, and issues to research team

Participated in team meetings, created agenda by consulting with different functional groups, and took meeting minutes

Research Assistant 08/2013 to 01/2014

Virginia Commonwealth University – Richmond, VA

Measured patients' electrical activity of brain waves using electroencephalograph (EEG) instrument

Oversaw maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment

Assisted in the recruitment, scheduling, and retention of study participants

Obtained informed consent and provided pertinent documents to participants prior to conducting study

Helped develop and administer survey instruments for data collection

Recorded and organized data using MS Excel and Word

Exhibited respect for participant confidentiality, careful attention to details, and subject comfort

Maintained communication with participants during and after study

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Double Major: Psychology and Science 2017

Virginia Commonwealth University - Richmond, VA

Coursework: Research Methods, Medical Terminology, Neuroscience, Organic/General Chemistry, Biology I/II, Physics I/II, Cell Biology, Biology of Cancer, Marine Biology, Evolution

Writing: Developed two theses while in undergraduate classes (“Gender Differences Regarding Body Appreciation” and “Therapeutic Effects of Physician-Administered Psychedelic Drugs on Clinically Depressed Patients”)

Vice President – Friends of ASK: organization supporting pediatric oncology department at Medical College of Virginia

CERTIFICATIONS

Fundamentals of Clinical Trials - Harvard University Online Learning 2018

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