Kevin Mak
Toronto,Ontario
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant & Analyst
Canadian Centre for Refugee and Immigrant Healthcare
04.2019 - Current
- Collect and analyze data from clinical studies using appropriate software applications such as PS suite EMR
- Conducted telephone interviews and surveys; helped recruit patients for research projects involving chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure
- Provide training and guidance to junior staff members on proper protocol implementation techniques
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of clinicians, researchers, IT professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project completion
- Assist with transporting COVID-19 vaccines and flu shots from hospitals to the clinic
- Accompany medical teams during home visits for homeless shelter patients, refugees, elderly, and disabled patients
- Screened and assessed patients for COVID-19 symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Assisted with analysis of research data in collaboration with research department
Head Coach
Bayview Village Tennis Club
04.2014 - 09.2018
- Developed training programs and supervised students during drill activities
- Arranged tennis tournaments and competitive activities for players of varying skill levels
- Implemented individualized coaching plans for clients to help them reach their goals.
Head Coach
Sunshine Project
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Provided tennis lessons to low-income neighbourhoods; inspired youth to pick up a racket and promote healthy lifestyle habits.
Education
Bachelor of Health Sciences (with Distinction) -
University of Western Ontario
08.2019
High School Diploma with Honours -
Earl Haig Secondary School
06.2014
Skills
- Organizational Skills: capable of handling multiple tasks with competing priorities, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Strong Leadership Skills: ability to inspire and motivate people to achieve excellence in work, academics, and sports
- Strong Communication Skills: strong interpersonal skills to interact with youth, adults, and academic professionals
- Self-Motivated: work independently and always look for ways of improving efficiency and quality of project outcomes
Certification
- Good Clinical Practice (NIDA Clinical Trials Network) (08/2023)
- Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research (TCPS-2) (08/2023)
- Tennis Canada, Club Pro 1 (03/2022)
- Tennis Canada, Wheelchair Tennis Instructor (07/2020)
- Royal College of Music: Grade 8 (Piano) (06/2018)
- Tennis Canada, Tennis Instructor Level 1 (06/2014)
- Bronze Cross Certification (06/2014)
Languages
English (Native Speaker)
Cantonese (Good Working Knowledge)
Clubs And Organizations
Western University, Exercise is Medicine Member (2018 - 2019)
- Attended weekly meetings and participated in multiple events to promote daily physical exercise on campus as well as in the London community
Western University, Pre-Med Society Member (2016-2018)
- Worked with other club members to organize events and helped to invite guest speakers to discuss new advances and discoveries in medicine
Awards
Nominee for Volunteer Award Canada (05/2023)
- Nominated for my contributions at the Canadian Centre for Refugee and Immigrant Healthcare for giving back to the community and delivering the necessary help to marginalized at-risk refugees, homeless, and uninsured patients
Volunteer Experience
Canadian Centre for Refugee and Immigrant Healthcare, Shadowing Student for Dr. Caulford (05/2022-09/2022)
- Recognized the importance of following physician instructions precisely when preparing medications for administration, Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other health team members to coordinate patient care, Exhibited strong communication skills when interacting with staff members, patients and families
Baycrest Hospital (Neuroscience & Aging Department), Student Research Assistant (04/2015-08/2018)
- Initiated multiple pilot projects related to Neuroscience and Aging alongside research teams, Assisted in the recruitment and interview of participants for research projects in the Memoria Lingua Lab, Reviewed and compiled summaries of academic journals, Created research stimuli by using video and photo editing skills, Analyze large data sets using Microsoft Excel
Friendly Neighbourhood Hotline, Labour and Delivery Volunteer, (01/2021-01/2022)
- Picked up and helped deliver groceries and other necessities for seniors and vulnerable individuals during the COVID pandemic; ensured that all safety protocols were followed during deliveries
Frontlines, Math, English, and Science Tutor, (04/2020-08/2021)
- Taught underprivileged children ages 5-8 online in basic English, Science, and Math during the COVID-19 pandemic; adapted lesson plans according to each student's learning style, academic background, and personal interests
Mom’s Kitchen, Social Media Analyst & Content Creator (04/2020-08/2021)
- Created multiple infographics with statistical data that illustrated the issue of food insecurity in Toronto as well as highlighted the struggle women face in accessing food
References
- Liberty Andaya, Canadian Centre for Refugee and Immigrant Healthcare, liberty.andaya@ccrihc.org, 647-822-0261
- Dr. Paul Caulford, Canadian Centre for Refugee and Immigrant Healthcare, paul.caulford@ccrihc.org, 416-697-3076
- Dr. Bradley Buchsbaum, Baycrest Hospital, bbuchsbaum@research.baycrest.org, 416-785-250 x3114
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant & Analyst
Canadian Centre for Refugee and Immigrant Healthcare
04.2019 - Current
Head Coach
Sunshine Project
05.2015 - 08.2015
Head Coach
Bayview Village Tennis Club
04.2014 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Health Sciences (with Distinction) -
University of Western Ontario
High School Diploma with Honours -
Earl Haig Secondary School
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