PARSA RAISSI
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Graduated from Western University in 2020 with Honours Degree: Bachelor of Medical Sciences and Honours Specialization: Medical Biophysics (Med Sci). Experienced in conducting research, analyzing data, and preparing reports. Skilled in effective communication and attention to detail.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Navigator/Research Assistant
BC Cancer
Vancouver, BC
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced research quality by meticulously collecting and analyzing data from various sources
- Scheduled appointments with test subjects over phone and through email
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Founder
Tehran Hype Clothing
Vancouver, BC
08.2020 - Current
- Manage day-to-day business operations
- Evaluate suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
- Monitor market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends
- Train and develop team members to build human capital
- Conduct target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
St Paul's Hospital
Vancouver, BC
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting
- Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
COVID Laboratory Assistant
Surrey Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Prepare specimens for testing by performing centrifugation, aliquoting and loading samples onto specimen racks
- Verify COVID-related specimen type; sort and assign laboratory numbers to specimens, in priority according to pre-defined criteria; and apply barcode labels according to established operating procedures
- Receive incoming specimens and requisitions and check for accuracy and completeness of information
- Contact physicians or labs for missing information and make necessary corrections
- Enter test requests into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
Laboratory Technician Assistant
Antech Diognostics
Richmond, BC
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished
- Analyzed blood samples and identified white or red blood cell abnormalities using hematology equipment
- Assisted pathology team with skilled analyses by preparing tissue samples
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
Digital Media Student Internship
Western University
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Assist with courses and instructors across the BMSC program to actively contribute to and benefit from bringing in my knowledge and understanding of digital media and my experiences as a former student at Western
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
- Collaborated with the faculty of science to achieve the smooth transition into the online learning world.
Fitness Instructor
MVMT Strength
London, Ontario
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Informed clients about nutrition, lifestyle issues, and weight control.
- Assessed clients' physical condition and health history through consultation, interview and physical assessment tests.
4th Year Thesis Project
Western University
London, Ontario
09.2019 - 04.2020
- This project utilized the pressure myography systems to investigate the interrelationships between major regulators of skeletal muscle arteriolar tone.
- These efforts not only began to examine fundamental mechanisms of vascular tone regulation, but they also started to explore how these interrelationships were altered with the development of elevated cardiovascular disease risk from either metabolic risk or chronic stress.
Fitness Center Attendant
Western University
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes and maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- My job also included resolving conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Research Assistant
Western University (medical Biophysics Lab)
09.2018 - 04.2019
- As a 3rd year medical biophysics student, my research included the investigation of microvascular density within skeletal muscle and how capillarity changes with the evolution of metabolic disease, predominantly type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Camp Counselor
Stem Camp
London, Ontario
06.2018 - 09.2018
- I worked in a STEM camp as a camp counselor over the summer.
- My position involved teaching kids about science, mostly biology (for my case, since I have a science background), and doing science-related activities.
- Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
Research Assistant
Victoria Hospital
London, Ontario
05.2018 - 07.2018
- I worked in the London Regional Cancer Centre as a biophysics student.
- My research involved coding in MATLAB and analyzing MRI pictures for microcirculation.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
LAMP Mentor
LAMP
London, Ontario
09.2017 - 04.2018
- I was a second-year medical science mentor.
- I advised six first-year students and helped them with their academics throughout the year.
- Monitored and evaluated mentees' progress, providing feedback and guidance to ensure success.
Research Assistant
Western University
London, ON
05.2017 - 08.2017
- I worked in Neff lab during the summer as a researcher
- I worked in the genetics part of his lab
- My research involved designing RNA primers and cDNA
- Running PCR, qPCR
Care Taker
Mahak Charity
Tehran, Iran
06.2016 - 08.2016
- MAHAK, The Society to Support Children Suffering from Cancer, a company that strives to serve children with cancer in areas of charity, where my role specifically was to provide a supportive environment for the children by simply playing with them and spreading positivity.
- Created promotional materials for all fundraising initiatives including brochures, flyers, emails, and social media posts.
Personal Support Worker
Imam Khomaini Hospital
Tehran
06.2015 - 09.2015
- I worked as a caregiver and provided personal assistance to the elderly, the disabled, and those dealing with some sort of impairment.
- Provided companionship to isolated or lonely clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on outings.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
Nurse Assistant
Pars Hospital
Tehran
07.2014 - 09.2014
- Provided patients with the most basic care, such as helping them with activities of daily living, like eating and bathing.
- Provided companionship to patients by talking to them, listening to their concerns, and helping them stay positive.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests from patients in a timely manner.
Education
B.M.Sc. Honours - Medical Biophysics
Western University
London04.2020
High School Diploma -
Shahid Motahari
Skills
- Problem solving skills
- Time management skills
- Multitasking skills
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Microsoft Office
- R Program
- Typing speed of 80 wpm
- Matlab
- Basic Python
- Leadership skills
- Analyzing heavy data sets
- Quality Control
- Technique Optimization
- Performing Evaluations
Certification
- CPR first aid
- Dean's Honor List 2016/2017
- Dean's Honor List 2017/2018
- Dean's Honor List 2018/2019
- Dean's Honor List 2019/2020
- Graduated with Distinction 2020
- Western Scholarship of Excellence
Extracurricular Activities
First-year rep of the operation smile club - A club that focuses on healing children's smiles and transforming their lives. Math tutor - I used to be a math tutor back in high school because of my excellence in the regarding course and sharing my knowledge with my peers.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Persian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Program Navigator/Research Assistant
BC Cancer
04.2024 - Current
Medical Laboratory Assistant
St Paul's Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2024
COVID Laboratory Assistant
Surrey Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2021
Founder
Tehran Hype Clothing
08.2020 - Current
Digital Media Student Internship
Western University
06.2020 - 08.2020
Laboratory Technician Assistant
Antech Diognostics
04.2020 - 09.2020
Fitness Instructor
MVMT Strength
09.2019 - 05.2020
4th Year Thesis Project
Western University
09.2019 - 04.2020
Fitness Center Attendant
Western University
09.2019 - 03.2020
Research Assistant
Western University (medical Biophysics Lab)
09.2018 - 04.2019
Camp Counselor
Stem Camp
06.2018 - 09.2018
Research Assistant
Victoria Hospital
05.2018 - 07.2018
LAMP Mentor
LAMP
09.2017 - 04.2018
Research Assistant
Western University
05.2017 - 08.2017
Care Taker
Mahak Charity
06.2016 - 08.2016
Personal Support Worker
Imam Khomaini Hospital
06.2015 - 09.2015
Nurse Assistant
Pars Hospital
07.2014 - 09.2014
B.M.Sc. Honours - Medical Biophysics
Western University
High School Diploma -
Shahid Motahari
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