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Karen Denny

Wollstonecraft,NSW

Summary

I am a full-time undergraduate student studying Genetics and Quantitative Life Sciences at the University of Sydney. I am currently doing my honours in genetics at the Neely lab. Following my final semester of university, I am looking to work full-time in a suitable lab. I am an organised and dependable candidate that is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I'm currently seeking a research role that I can fully commit to once I graduate in early July.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Mater Imaging / Medical Receptionist

08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Answered telephones, distributed mail and faxes, and prepared patient files
  • Scheduled patient appointments, sent notifications and handled rescheduling needs
  • Managed transactions and printed receipts for payments
  • Relayed information to patients regarding lab tests, procedures and appointments
  • Kept updated knowledge of medical terminology to classify procedures best, understand physician notes and answer patient questions
  • Kept the reception area clean, orderly and ready for the start of the following day.

Charles Perkins Centre / Lab Volunteer

08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Shadowed a genetics honours student in their research and provided help when necessary
  • Improved basic pipetting skills
  • Performed various techniques like DNA and RNA extraction, gel electrophoresis, and bacterial transformation
  • Diligently maintained clean spaces and aseptic techniques.

Imperial College London Diabetes Centre / Intern

05.2020 - 06.2020
  • Shadowed an endocrinologist and radiologist and retained invaluable knowledge on how to effectively encourage and communicate with patients during their disease status checkups
  • Reported back to the internship manager to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities
  • Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, and in-person to provide information
  • Delivered clerical support by handling a range of routine and special requirements for patients in the endocrine sector
  • Completed a myriad of simultaneous job tasks to support doctors' operational needs.

International School of Choueifat / Teacher's Assistant

09.2015 - 06.2020
  • Undertook teaching responsibilities and taught the class new material on the monthly student-teacher day at school
  • Main subjects; Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics
  • Worked with the teacher to monitor class schedules and take attendance
  • Collated lecture materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities
  • Facilitated study teams and reviewed lesson material in small groups
  • Helped integrate e-learning systems into day-to-day classroom work.

Education

Bachelor of Science (Honours) -

University of Sydney

High School Diploma -

International School of Choueifat
06.2020

Skills

  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Adaptable and Keen to Learn New Things
  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Proficient in Computer and Microsoft Office Skills

Timeline

Mater Imaging / Medical Receptionist

08.2022 - 09.2023

Charles Perkins Centre / Lab Volunteer

08.2022 - 12.2022

Imperial College London Diabetes Centre / Intern

05.2020 - 06.2020

International School of Choueifat / Teacher's Assistant

09.2015 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science (Honours) -

University of Sydney

High School Diploma -

International School of Choueifat

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