Arya Patel

B.S in Biochemistry

Nutley, New Jersey, United States

About

Dedicated biochemistry major with experience in healthcare coordination as a medical scribe and compassionate home health aide, complemented by a background in student research at Montclair State University. Driven by a desire to contribute meaningfully to healthcare and biomedicine, I am eager to leverage my skills and experiences to make a positive impact in healthcare.

Experience

  • Clara Maass Medical Center (3 yrs)
    • Medical Scribe
      Aug 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

      - Collaborate closely with a medical oncologist to ensure proper and accurate electronic health record system of patient interactions. - Capture and record critical details of medical histories, physical examinations, diagnostic test results, symptoms, and treatment plans in real-time. - Assist during procedures such as bone marrow tests by documenting procedures and patient responses

    • Patient Care Technician - PCU and Telemetry Unit
      Aug 2024 - Sep 2024 · 2 mos

      - Under the direction of an RN, perform laboratory procedures as follows : phlebotomy, EKG, blood culture, and other laboratory procedures. - Take and record temperature, pulse, respiration, B/P, height/weight and intake/output measurements accurately using EPIC.

  • Home Health Aide at DIYA CARE INC
    Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

    - Provide personalized care and support to individuals in the comfort of their homes. Skilled in assisting with daily activities, monitoring health conditions, and working to create a comfortable environment for individuals to improve their quality of life through patience, empathy, and a strong sense of responsibility.

  • Bristol Myers Squibb Scholar at Bristol Myers Squibb
    Sep 2024 - Jan 2025 · 5 mos

    - Worked as a student researcher under Bristol Myers Squibb Scholar Program to evaluate the role of a silk protein inspired polymer conjugate in drug delivery application. - Honored to have presented research findings through a poster and presentation at Bristol Myers Squibb

  • Montclair State University (2 yrs 1 mo)
    • Student Researcher
      Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      - Assist with implementing research experiments while collecting and analyzing experimental data for publication regarding polymer synthesis in organic chemistry. - Presented research on silk-inspired polymer at CUNY Graduate School. - Honored to have received an ACS Publication for research in polymer synthesis.

    • Chemistry Teaching Assistant (TA)
      Sep 2023 - May 2024 · 9 mos

      - Provide valuable support to students and instructors by assisting in lecture sessions and offering guidance on general chemistry concepts. - Involves individually working with students to create a positive learning environment and addressing student concerns to enhance understanding.

  • Teaching Assistant at Kumon North America, Inc.
    Mar 2019 - May 2021 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    - Assisted with and taught children basic reading, writing, and math skills. Would organize files and grade assignments as needed.