Dhara Patel

Parsippany, NJ ***** adqmdw@r.postjobfree.com 973-***-****

EDUCATION

New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark, NJ

Bachelor of Science Graduation Date: December 2021

• Honors degree in Biomedical Engineering. GPA 3.6

• Relevant Coursework: Computer-Aided Design for Biomechanics, Advanced Biomaterial Science PROJECTS/RESEARCH

Capstone Project (BME496) NJIT – Newark, NJ

Head of Physical, Mechanical & Safety Design January 2021 – December 2021

• 3D printed hand exoskeleton for stroke rehabilitation

• Invented a two-system hand exoskeleton intended for stroke hand rehabilitation and is classified under wearable rehabilitation medical devices.

• 3D printed rigid phalanx segment, linear actuator housing unit, included an emergency stop button Research Proposal (BME430) NJIT – Newark, NJ

Co-Author September 2021 – December 2021

• Identified the effects of a 3D printed alginate gelatin methacryloyl scaffold encapsulated with endothelial cells for the regeneration of myocardial tissue after a myocardial infarction.

• Clarified how the structure and function of the injured myocardium could be reestablished, as well as initiate stable contractile function, electrical conduction, and functional vascularization. WORK EXPERIENCE

Santiago Chiropractic Associates Lake Hiawatha, NJ Chiropractic Assistant June 2019 – March 2020

• Improved practice-wide communication and education process between office staff and patients to ensure a positive image of practice.

• Assisted doctors by processing x-rays, monitoring therapies, and maintaining organized treatment rooms.

• Incorporated biomechanical methods to contribute to a comprehensive approach in determining the extent of injury and understanding the effect of rehabilitation interventions.

• Aided in receptionist office duties such as scheduling appointments, contacting insurance companies, cash balance and check deposits.

Target Parsippany, NJ

Starbucks Barista June 2017 – March 2019

• Handcrafted beverages to customer specifications, delivering quality service every time.

• Built relationships with customers to ensure long-term sales and exceptional customer service.

• Assisted store manager with inventory, ordering and receiving retail products, and hiring/training of new baristas. LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Saint Clare’s Hospital Denville, NJ

Outpatient Team Lead September 2015 - April 2018

• Directed new volunteers through proper training in fields such as patient transport, front desk, and the gift shop.

• Observed and shadowed doctors in the ER and laboratory. Gained knowledge of biochemical testing such as drug level blood monitoring and metabolic tests such as hemoglobin electrophoresis. SKILLS & INTERESTS

• Skills: 3D printing with Ultimaker S5 & EOS m280 DMLS printer, writing requirement documents and system test plans, trilingual (English, Gujarati, Spanish), 65 WPM, strong attention to detail, organizational skills, effective problem solver

• Software Literacy: AutoCAD, Creo, SolidWorks, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PP, MATLAB 2021 & LabScribe

• Interests: tennis, music (classic, indie, alternative pop), weightlifting, videogames, cooking/nutrition

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