Sumedha Polu
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with hands-on experience providing emergency medical care, supporting interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Passionate about serving underserved and rural communities. Committed to continuously developing clinical knowledge and emergency response skills to better serve patients during critical moments. Seeking opportunities to grow within emergency and acute care while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities through accessible, high-quality healthcare.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Tutor (Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder)
Self-employeed
San Bernardino
02.2025 - Current
- Fostered confidence and engagement, promoting academic growth through tailored one-on-one mentorship.
- Provided individualized academic support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Adapted learning strategies to support unique educational and developmental needs of students.
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response
San Bernardino
02.2025 - Current
- Selected as one of 10 members from a competitive applicant pool for NCTI Earn While You Learn Program, demonstrating exceptional qualifications and commitment to professional development.
- Provided emergency medical care, patient assessment, and transport in prehospital settings.
- Monitored vital signs and delivered Basic Life Support interventions.
- Documented detailed electronic Patient Care Reports (ePCRs), capturing patient assessments, vital signs, treatments, and transport information while ensuring accuracy and HIPAA compliance.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams to enhance continuity of care and patient support.
Babysitter
Self-employeed
Mentone
12.2024 - Current
- Ensured children's safety while supervising daily activities and fostering educational development.
- Created and led engaging games and activities that stimulated learning and enhanced imagination.
- Assisted with homework and promoted a structured, supportive environment.
- Demonstrated strong communication, responsibility, and problem-solving skills.
Research Medical Assistant
Patiro
11.2024 - Current
- Managed electronic medical records (EHR), ensuring accurate documentation of patient demographics, clinical information, physician notes, and treatment plans.
- Ensured protocol compliance through meticulous maintenance of accurate research records.
- Facilitated participant recruitment, coordinated data collection, and organized study documentation for ReCET Study by Endogenex.
- Streamlined communication between research participants and healthcare professionals.
Tutor
Grade Potential
Riverside
08.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized academic support and developed tailored lesson plans.
- Monitored student progress and tailored teaching methods to meet individual needs.
- Adapted teaching strategies to enhance student comprehension and boost performance.
- Communicated with students and families to provide updates on academic progress and foster engagement.
Board Member
1983SSC - Ambulatory Services
02.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with urban doctors to develop a new arm of the organization to establish a free rural ambulance system, servicing 60 Indian villages. 1200 patients transported per year.
- Helped fund the purchase of two ambulances, raising funds through tutoring, bake sales, and physician donations.
- Expanded services to provide free mobile ice caskets to preserve bodies to allow loved ones to see them one last time.
Medical Scribe
Dr. Virendra Desai
La Palma
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted with patient vitals and organized medical information to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Engaged in diagnosis and treatment planning while shadowing to improve patient outcomes.
- Supported comprehensive patient care in family medicine practices through active engagement with healthcare team.
- Facilitated appointment scheduling and coordinated referral processes for patients.
- Prepared examination rooms according to patient needs and required tests.
Medical Scribe
AME Medical Group
Lynwood
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Transcribed provider notes, updated patient charts, and maintained organized electronic health records, facilitating effective communication and patient care.
- Input patients' HPI, chief complaint, and visit summary, along with lab and prescription orders, ensuring accurate documentation under supervision.
- Supported patient treatment sessions by assisting in OMT techniques, enhancing overall care delivery.
Founding class member, Recruitment Chair
Beta Psi Omega
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Led involvement fairs and tabling activities, managing recruitment process and presentations to attract new members.
- Promoted service and proactivity within BPO, facilitating professional and academic opportunities for all biological sciences.
- Co-founded UCR colony, collaborating to establish foundational goals and objectives.
- A supportive brotherhood for students to pursue their passion in biological sciences and not just limited to health sciences.
Team Leader, Cancer Symposium Presenter
A Friend in Me
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Selected as part of four groups to present at 'A Friend in Me Cancer Symposium' to an audience of 50 students and UCR School of Medicine Faculty members.
- Presented research on EWSR-1 gene mutations in pediatric spinal cancer, concluding that COVID-19 and racial makeup had negligible impact on incidence rates.
- Led team meetings to align goals and strategies for project execution.
Public Relations Executive Board Member
MindVersity
04.2020 - 06.2024
- Bridged gaps in access to mental health resources for students of color through virtual activities, including info sessions on mental health research, stress relief strategies, group yoga, and weekly informational articles.
- Led strategic discussions on program development and community engagement initiatives.
- Facilitated board meetings to ensure effective communication and decision-making processes.
Student Researcher
Tissue Engineering & Biomaterial Dev. Lab
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Cultivate stem cells from various biomaterials to develop vascularized tissue substitutes.
- Printed biocompatible scaffolds for stem cell culturing using CellLink's Lumen X+ bioprinter.
Health Scholar
Cope Health Scholars
Riverside
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Completed training on U.S. healthcare system, clinical best practices & hands-on patient care, earning Keck Graduate Institute certificate.
- Gained direct patient care experience: bathing, feeding, changing, ambulating, & checking vitals under supervision of licensed staff at Riverside Community Hospital and Riverside Kaiser Permanente.
- Participated in health education programs to promote wellness and healthy living.
Intern
Dr. Karin Li
Eastvale
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Interacted with diverse patient population (30-40 per day); discussed charts, lab results, and follow-ups to ensure comprehensive care.
- Submit lab orders.
- Assist with pap smears, mammograms, diabetes check ups, and physicals.
- Contributed to efficient front desk operations to enhance patient experience.
- Documented patient interactions and updated electronic health records to maintain accurate and timely patient information.
Student Representative - BRAINterns Webinar Series
Lenox Hill Hospital
07.2020 - 09.2022
- Analyzed neurology and cardiology case studies to deepen understanding of subspecialty practices.
- Participated in 8 live ORs, subspecialty lectures, and physician-led anatomy presentations to enhance clinical knowledge.
Covid Registration Intern
Cope Health Solutions UTRGV
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Facilitated daily administrative functions, enhancing customer service and streamlining patient registration.
Director of Activities & Newspapers
Synapse Organization
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Recognized by Mayor Mark Polido, proclaiming March 12-18th as the official brain awareness week in Cerritos and neighboring communities.
- Gave speeches at 30 elementary school assemblies on brain awareness.
- Held 90 minute classes every other quarter at Cerritos Elementary and Stowers Elementary to teach students about their body.
- Set up 2 week-long exhibits per year at CHOC to engage pediatric patients through hands-on activities and gift bags.
- Led bake sales, zine fests, and activities to raise over $1000 which was donated to Alzheimer's Research Foundation.
- Authored monthly newspapers and created graphics for educational events and speeches.
Volunteer
Artesia Christian Homes
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Supported 15 late-stage Alzheimer's patients by providing nourishment and facilitating interactive therapy sessions to enhance motor function.
Researcher
USC Depart. of Hematology, Norris Cancer Center
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Shadowed Dr. Sunju Choi as he conducted STEM Cell Research and analysis.
- Assisted Dr. Alberto and Dr. Sunju Choi with research by creating the master mix, setting up for PCRs, and analyzing gel results.
Ambassador, BRAINterns
Lenox Hill Hospital
10.2020 - 08.2024
- Serve as face of Neurosurgery BRAINterns program as a UCR official representative.
- Communicate with 10 MD's, supporting administrative operations in the neurosurgical dept.
- Lead global marketing for the BRAINterns sessions via direct outreach to ~500 new members.
- Develop and host live monthly seminars.
- Neurosurgery BRAINterns program
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of New England
Maine, NY08-2027
B.S. - Cell and Molecular Developmental Biology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside06-2024
Skills
- National Registry Emergency Medical Technician
- Phlebotomy Certified
- Basic Arrhythmia Rhythm Training
- Nursing Pharmacology
- JavaScript
- Python
- Data Sciences
Volunteer Experience
- Private Tutoring, Volunteer, 06/18-Present, Taught ~40 special-needs students life skills: reading, cleaning, meal prep, and discussions., Taught 1-2 hr daily in-person classes daily during summer. Teach 1-2 hours/week online., Donated money I earned from tutoring to purchase fans, used laptops, and school supplies.
- K.S.C.S. Educational & Charitable Trust, Volunteer, 06/18-Present, Taught ~40 special-needs students life skills: reading, cleaning, meal prep, and discussions., Taught 1-2 hr daily in-person classes daily during summer. Teach 1-2 hours/week online., Donated money I earned from tutoring to purchase fans, used laptops, and school supplies.
- A Friend in Me, Team Leader, Cancer Symposium Presenter, 01/21-06/24, One of four selected groups to present at the 'A Friend in Me Cancer Symposium' in front of approximately 50 students and UCR School of Medicine Faculty members., Presented research on mutations of genes (EWSR-1) and cells in pediatric spinal cancer.
- Artesia Christian Homes, Volunteer, 06/18-12/19, Assisted 15 late-stage Alzheimer's patients in the 'last ward.'
Extracurricular Activities
Partners in Healthcare, Director of Fundraising, Volunteer, 07/22-06/24, Discussed global healthcare issues in two Congressional meetings (Rep. Raul Ruiz)., Led break-out room of 10 students, created primary plan for fund-allocation for free clinics., Led UCR online fundraiser, earning $100 in donations locally., Drafted emails to corporate donors across the nation for the program's national fundraising efforts. Brain Exercise Initiative, Nat'l Head Dir. of Social Media, 05/22-06/23, Liaison between the National Executive Team and different chapters across the nation., Led the 10-member newspapers team, overseeing and editing monthly publications., Managed 5-member social media team. Developed informative content and graphics., Partnered with 2 local Assisted living facilities, leading group sessions with 5-10 Alzheimer's patients. Cope Health Solutions UTRGV, Covid Registration Intern, 09/21-02/22, Facilitate daily administrative functions including customer service, and patient registration. Cope Health Scholars, Health Scholar, 08/21-06/23, Completed training on U.S. healthcare system, clinical best practices & hands-on patient care, earning Keck Graduate Institute certificate., Gained direct patient care experience: bathing, feeding, changing, ambulating, & checking vitals under supervision of licensed staff. Dr. Ray Fowler's Virtual Shadowing Program, 06/20-2023, Attended 68 interactive medical shadowing sessions presented by doctors across USA., Participated in weekly lectures and quizzes on medical topics and terminology.
Leadership Experience
- 1983SSC - Ambulatory Services, Board Member, 02/20-Present, Collaborated with urban doctors to develop a new arm of the organization to establish a free rural ambulance system, servicing 60 Indian villages., Helped fund the purchase of two ambulances, raising funds through tutoring, bake sales, and physician donations., Expanded services to provide free mobile ice caskets to preserve bodies.
- Beta Psi Omega, Founding class member, Recruitment Chair, 09/22-06/24, A supportive brotherhood for students to pursue their passion in biological sciences., Part of the founding class of the UCR colony., Encourage service and proactivity and include opportunities for all biological sciences.
- MindVersity, Public Relations Executive Board Member, 04/20-06/24, Bridge gaps between access to mental health resources and students of color in college., Established 9 new chapters at various universities.
- Synapse Organization, Director of Activities & Newspapers, 06/17-06/20, Recognized by Mayor Mark Polido for brain awareness week., Gave speeches at elementary school assemblies on brain awareness.
Research
- USC Depart. of Hematology, Norris Cancer Center, Researcher, 07/19-09/19, Shadowed Dr. Sunju Choi as he conducted STEM Cell Research and analysis., Assisted Dr. Alberto and Dr. Sunju Choi with research by creating the master mix, setting up for PCRs, and analyzing gel results.
- Tissue Engineering & Biomaterial Dev. Lab, Student Researcher, 07/19-06/24, Cultivate stem cells from various biomaterials to develop vascularized tissue substitutes., Printed biocompatible scaffolds for stem cell culturing using CellLink's Lumen X+ bioprinter.
Timeline
Private Tutor (Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder)
Self-employeed
02.2025 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
American Medical Response
02.2025 - Current
Babysitter
Self-employeed
12.2024 - Current
Research Medical Assistant
Patiro
11.2024 - Current
Tutor
Grade Potential
08.2024 - Current
Medical Scribe
Dr. Virendra Desai
01.2024 - 12.2024
Medical Scribe
AME Medical Group
07.2023 - 09.2024
Founding class member, Recruitment Chair
Beta Psi Omega
09.2022 - 06.2024
Covid Registration Intern
Cope Health Solutions UTRGV
09.2021 - 02.2022
Health Scholar
Cope Health Scholars
08.2021 - 06.2023
Intern
Dr. Karin Li
07.2021 - 06.2023
Team Leader, Cancer Symposium Presenter
A Friend in Me
01.2021 - 06.2024
Ambassador, BRAINterns
Lenox Hill Hospital
10.2020 - 08.2024
Student Representative - BRAINterns Webinar Series
Lenox Hill Hospital
07.2020 - 09.2022
Public Relations Executive Board Member
MindVersity
04.2020 - 06.2024
Board Member
1983SSC - Ambulatory Services
02.2020 - Current
Student Researcher
Tissue Engineering & Biomaterial Dev. Lab
07.2019 - 06.2024
Researcher
USC Depart. of Hematology, Norris Cancer Center
07.2019 - 09.2019
Volunteer
Artesia Christian Homes
06.2018 - 12.2019
Director of Activities & Newspapers
Synapse Organization
06.2017 - 06.2020
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of New England
B.S. - Cell and Molecular Developmental Biology
University of California, Riverside