Jake Cheng
Rockville,MD
Summary
Driven high school senior passionate about biological sciences. A reliable team player with strong communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills. Thrives in collaborative research settings, tackles challenges with curiosity and precision, and stays committed to continuous learning and contribution.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Maryland Cardiac Care
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided care to 50 patients in a high-volume cardiology practice.
- Conducted vitals assessments (manual blood pressure, height, weight, and EKGs), identified new/worsening symptoms, and verified patient medical histories.
- Administered treadmill stress tests, monitored patient performance, managed electrocardiograph data.
- Applied and removed home heart rhythm monitors on patients, instructing patients on usage and care.
- Communicated lab results to patients, including lipid panels, HDL, and LDL levels, explained healthy ranges, and scheduled follow-up appointments.
- Prepared patients for echocardiograms and assisted physician or technician during procedures.
- Maintained daily and weekly patient charts, ensuring accuracy and readiness for appointments.
- Ensured seamless electronic recordkeeping and accessibility.
Junior Golf Coach
Montgomery County Parks
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Facilitated group coaching sessions for 25 adolescents and provided individual coaching support.
- Coached and mentored junior golfers, helping them develop fundamental skills and etiquette.
- Assisted group training sessions, focusing on technique and mental resilience.
- Organized and led practice exercises, tournaments, and team-building activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - B.S. Biochemistry Track
UNC Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC06-2029
Bachelor of Arts - Music
UNC Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC06-2029
High School Diploma -
Thomas S. Wootton High School
Rockville, MD06-2025
Skills
- DNA Extraction & Purification: Skilled in isolating genomic and plasmid DNA using kits and manual methods
- PCR & Gel Electrophoresis: Proficient in PCR setup, preparing and running agarose gels, DNA visualization, and gel documentation
- Cloning & Plasmid Preparation: Competent in restriction digestion, ligation, bacterial transformation (heat shock & electroporation), and plasmid purification (miniprep to maxiprep)
- Bacterial Culture & Transformation: Experienced in preparing sterile media, streak plating, maintaining liquid cultures, and antibiotic selection for transformed bacteria
- Gel Electrophoresis Preparation: Skilled in preparing agarose gels, loading samples, and running electrophoresis for DNA analysis
- Stock & Buffer Solution Preparation Experienced in making various lab stock solutions (eg, TE buffer, TAE/TBE, LB broth) and adjusting pH as needed
- Instrument Handling & Setup: Skilled in precision pipetting Experienced in setting up and operating autoclaves, centrifuges, incubators, vortex and electrophoresis chambers
- Lab Safety & Etiquette: Proficient in practicing sterile techniques in the lab, knowledgeable in hazardous material handling, proper waste disposal, lab organization, and record-keeping
Certification
CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant)
AP Scholar With Distinction Award
Earned an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scored a 3 or higher on over five of these exams.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Korean
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Maryland Cardiac Care
06.2024 - 09.2024
Junior Golf Coach
Montgomery County Parks
06.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - B.S. Biochemistry Track
UNC Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts - Music
UNC Chapel Hill
High School Diploma -
Thomas S. Wootton High School
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