Selena Paras
St Albans,VIC
Summary
Detail-oriented and hardworking Biomedical Science undergraduate pursuing a Bachelor's degree with a completed Associate Degree in Applied Science. Manages multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy, showcasing strong organizational skills and reliability. Contributes to team goals and maintains a positive attitude, demonstrating the ability to work effectively as a team player. Skilled in handling complex tasks and responsibilities with a strong commitment to excellence. Excels at organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and achieve objectives. Motivated to take on additional responsibilities to support team success and advance in the field of biomedical science.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Assistant
Kmart Watergardens
01.2021 - Current
- Mastered department protocols through effective interactions and phone calls, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Interacted with customers proactively, identifying needs and offering suitable product recommendations.
- Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere through courteous interactions with both customers and fellow staff members.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to various roles within the retail environment as needed.
- Provided exceptional support during peak hours by managing long queues and multitasking effectively under pressure.
- Sequence/ Decant/ Backfilled: Requires a lot of movement, lifting, time management, communication, and organization skills
- Fitting rooms: Requires interactions, organization, tidiness, communication, and phone calls
- Cash Registers: Requires interactions, organizations, communication, and money
WIL Placement Student
RMIT Bundoora
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted in the development of new experimental procedures, resulting in increased productivity and innovation within the lab.
- Reduced waste and improved sustainability by implementing proper disposal methods for chemicals and other materials used in the lab.
- Implemented new laboratory techniques after attending relevant workshops and conferences, improving overall lab capabilities.
- Increased accuracy of test results by strictly following established protocols and procedures for sample handling and analysis.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring all equipment was in working order.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
Receptionist and Tutor
School of Academics and Coaching
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
- Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
- Assisted with planning office events and meetings for smooth execution.
Allied Health Placement
Cumberland Manor Aged Care Facility
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Has a certificate III in Allied Health as part of my VCE studies
Disability Worker
01.2016 - 01.2017
- This career has taught me patience and to discover simple ways to build a strong relationship with the child to deliver support and companionship
- Also, engage the child in conversation, socialization and activities while providing personal care assistance
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science - Science
RMIT UNIVERSITY
Melbourne, VIC12.2025
Associate of Applied Science -
RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC11.2022
Associate Degree in Applied Science -
01.2022
Skills
- Never Give Up Attitude
- Problem Solving
- Open to New Challenges
- Positive Attitude
- Reliable
- Respectful
- Organized
- Time Challenged
- Teamwork
- Handling physicohemically fragile biological samples
- Performing in a level II biohazard cabinet
- Tissue culture – passaging cells
- Sterilizations
- Dilutions
- Aseptic techniques
- Recording data
Leadership Experience
- 2016 – Part of the Year 9 Council
- 2017 – Captain of the O’Reilly House
- 2018 – Teacher and Coach to Taekwondo Students and at tournaments
Skillsduringplacement
- Freezerpro
- Inventory
- Calibration maintenance
- Blood Processing
Awards
- 2015 – ENDEAVOR AWARD
- 2018 – CERTIFICATE IN FIRST AID
- 2019 – AWARDED AN ACADEMIC AWARD FOR ALLIED HEALTH
- 2019 – CERTICATE III IN ALLIED HEALTH
References
- Alex , Kmart MANAGER, 04 473 090, Current
- Dr. Monica Prakash, 2022 WIL Placement Supervisor (Laboratory Administrator), 0412 444 963, 2022
Hobbies and Interests
Taekwondo Class at Lai Taekwondo Club in St Albans since 2011. I really enjoy Taekwondo because it shows me so much more to life than just fighting and arguing to fix situations. It also teaches me true friendship, discipline, focus and commitment
Timeline
WIL Placement Student
RMIT Bundoora
09.2022 - 10.2022
Retail Assistant
Kmart Watergardens
01.2021 - Current
Receptionist and Tutor
School of Academics and Coaching
01.2019 - 01.2020
Allied Health Placement
Cumberland Manor Aged Care Facility
01.2018 - 01.2019
Disability Worker
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science - Science
RMIT UNIVERSITY
Associate of Applied Science -
RMIT University
Associate Degree in Applied Science -
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