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Rishi patel

Riverside

Summary

Driven and detail-oriented undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology at UCLA, with a strong foundation in research, healthcare strategy, and literature search. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration, patient-centered initiatives, and public health advocacy, with hands-on exposure to clinical environments through shadowing experiences at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Adept at analyzing medical data, supporting evidence-based decision-making, and contributing to healthcare innovation through hospital-based quality improvement programs. Proven leadership in high-pressure environments, overseeing risk management, harm reduction strategies, and crisis intervention training. Passionate about bridging the gap between clinical practice and pharmaceutical advancements to enhance patient outcomes and optimize therapeutic strategies.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

TCAB Volunteer

Cedar Sinai Medical Center
Beverly Hills
02.2024 - Current
  • Selected participant in Cedars-Sinai’s TCAB initiative, a hospital-based quality improvement program aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Worked alongside healthcare professionals to implement evidence-based interventions, optimize workflow processes, and improve patient outcomes.
  • Gained hands-on experience in healthcare innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and data-driven decision-making within a leading medical institution.
  • Rounded with nurses to examine and update patient status.
  • Reviewed patient charts with MDs, nurses, and created follow-up plans.
  • Worked in neurology, oncology, CDU/ACDU, and ICU departments.

Club Board Member

UCLA Saving Hearts Foundation
Los Angeles
09.2023 - Current
  • Engaged in a multidisciplinary initiative dedicated to promoting cardiovascular health awareness, providing hands-on emergency response training, and advocating for accessible, life-saving interventions within the UCLA community.
  • Organized and participated in CPR certification workshops, collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance bystander response education, and facilitated public health outreach events.
  • Worked on initiatives to increase the availability of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) across campus, while contributing to research-driven efforts aimed at improving community-based emergency preparedness.
  • Developed leadership, crisis management, and public health advocacy skills in a fast-paced and service-oriented environment.

MD Shadowing Student

Cedar Sinai Medical Center
Beverly Hills
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Shadowed ICU MDs and nurses during rounds to observe diagnostic techniques and treatments used for patients.
  • Participated in team meetings with physicians and other healthcare personnel to discuss patient cases.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits in order to obtain relevant information about each case.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments and filing paperwork.
  • Observed physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in a variety of clinical settings.

Fraternity Risk Manager

UCLA Lambda Chi Alpha
Los Angeles
01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw comprehensive risk management strategies for a fraternity hosting large-scale social events with over 1,500 attendees, ensuring the safety and well-being of members and guests.
  • Developed and enforced harm reduction protocols, including emergency response plans, overdose prevention measures, and crowd control strategies.
  • Trained executive board members and event staff on crisis intervention, first aid, and the administration of life-saving measures, such as Naloxone, for opioid overdoses.
  • Coordinated with university officials, security personnel, and local emergency services to maintain compliance with safety regulations, and mitigate liabilities.
  • Led initiatives to foster a culture of accountability, responsible event management, and proactive risk assessment in high-pressure environments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology

University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06-2026

Timeline

MD Shadowing Student

Cedar Sinai Medical Center
06.2024 - 12.2024

TCAB Volunteer

Cedar Sinai Medical Center
02.2024 - Current

Fraternity Risk Manager

UCLA Lambda Chi Alpha
01.2024 - 12.2024

Club Board Member

UCLA Saving Hearts Foundation
09.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology

University of California, Los Angeles

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