MATTHEW MERCHANT
Havre de Grace
Summary
Hard working and determined Pre-med student looking to gain healthcare and research experience that will help prepare me for a career as a Physician.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
BLS Driver
Heart to Heart Transportation Service
Forest Hill, MD
12.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals during transport to ensure continuity of care.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of medical supplies, ensuring availability for urgent situations.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
Lane Assistant
BSC America
Belcamp, Maryland
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Maintain clear and concise communication with bank representatives and managers
- Assign stock numbers to vehicles and create work orders
- Manage time wisely to ensure cars run through the auction smoothly
- Take stock of inventory lots to ensure cars are able to be located for the action
Forensic Teaching Assistant
Purdue University Forensics Department
West Lafayette, IN
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Used my knowledge of Presumptive testing to teach students the importance of proper techniques and procedures when testing substances in the field
- Used my knowledge of Forensic Photography, Scene sketching and Triangulation to teach students about the importance of capturing a crime scene in its purest state
- Used my knowledge of Forensic documentation and chain of custody to teach students that documentation and chain of custody are very vital to an investigation and future trial
Camp Counselor
Camp Dash Research Study
West Lafayette, IN
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Developed strong working relationships with campers, their parents and guardians and other counselors through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Implemented fun recreational activities, including swimming, boating, ceramics and dodge ball for a group of 25 children.
- Ensured my campers understood all parts of the study they were a part of, so they were comfortable participating in all aspects of the study
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Pre-Physician Assistant Concentration
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12-2019
Skills
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Motivated Team Player
- Laboratory Techniques
- Knowledge of sterile techniques
- Organized Problem Solver
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adaptable
- Time management
Affiliations
Former Risk Manager and Member of Theta Chi Fraternity at Purdue University
Timeline
BLS Driver
Heart to Heart Transportation Service
12.2022 - Current
Lane Assistant
BSC America
03.2020 - 12.2022
Forensic Teaching Assistant
Purdue University Forensics Department
08.2019 - 12.2019
Camp Counselor
Camp Dash Research Study
06.2017 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Pre-Physician Assistant Concentration
Purdue University