Elijah Wood
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a proven track record in fostering student success and simulated patient care. At The Southport School, enhanced student confidence and academic performance through volunteer after-school tutoring.
Competent in basic first-aid procedures and mental health support - complemented by effective teamwork and social media management. Certified in first aid and CPR, ensuring safety and well-being in educational and healthcare settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chess Tutor
Gardiner Chess
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Taught students essential principles of chess openings, middle game, and endgame tactics to strengthen their gameplay abilities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by creating engaging and interactive lesson plans that encouraged student participation.
- Worked with children aged 5-10, both novice and advanced in their chess understanding
After-school Tutor
The Southport School
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Boosted students'' confidence in their abilities through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Fostered a comfortable learning environment conducive to active participation and open communication.
- Worked as part of a team tutoring 20-30 students for 1-2 hours at a time.
Receptionist
Miami Family Medical Centre
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing the front desk operations and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved patient flow and reduced wait times.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, medical staff, and insurance companies to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Assisted healthcare providers with administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on quality patient care.
- Worked casually, as was still in school and moving towards my exams
- Managed approximately 20-30 incoming calls per day, emails, faxes and billings.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Bond University
Gold Coast 12.2026
Skills
- First aid and CPR qualified
- Capable of administering first aid and beyond, including competence in aseptic wound care, IM/SC injections, indwelling catheter insertion and canula insertion
- Blue and Yellow card holder, national police check cleared
- Medical student level history taking/physical examination skills - patient centred care and motivational interview training
- Qualified in mental health first aid
- Social media management, with photo and video editing experience as part of the Bond University Movember team
Timeline
Chess Tutor
Gardiner Chess
02.2021 - 01.2022
After-school Tutor
The Southport School
01.2020 - 10.2021
Receptionist
Miami Family Medical Centre
01.2018 - 01.2021
M.D. - Medicine
Bond University
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