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Yasaman Malekdanesh

Markham,ON

Summary

Detail-oriented and highly motivated Health Sciences graduate with a strong foundation in patient-centred care and customer service. Proven ability to support pharmacists in dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing exceptional service to patients. Eager to leverage academic knowledge and hands-on training to contribute effectively to a dynamic pharmacy team and enhance patient care outcomes.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intern

Pivot Your Wellness
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Educated patients and other healthcare professionals on exercise programming, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatment.
  • Developed and led webinar presentations that target specific physical and psychological issues, including osteoporosis and body dysmorphia.
  • Performed extensive evidence-based research on behavior change to support health promotion initiatives.
  • Assisted the exercise physiologist in the creation of fitness programs to help patients manage chronic disease symptoms.

Volunteer

Grand Genesis Physiotherapy Clinic
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Prepared rooms for patients by setting up equipment ahead of appointments.
  • Communicated directly with physiotherapist to gain a comprehensive view of the scope of practice.
  • Reviewed current research regarding patient recovery and symptom management.
  • Communicated with patients through administrative tasks such as patient scheduling and answering new and/or follow-up phone calls.
  • Implemented safety and infection protocols such as disinfection and masking to ensure hygienic and compliant care.

Volunteer

I.D.A. Pharmacy
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Assisted pharmacist in preparing medications with extreme attentiveness and care.
  • Greeted patients warmly and communicated instructions about proper use and storage of medications.
  • Answered telephone enquiries and provided information about prescription status, pharmacy hours and procedures.
  • Operated POS register and performed front counter tasks to facilitate daily operations.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences -

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
05.2023

High School Diploma -

St. Robert Catholic High School
Markham, ON
06.2018

Skills

  • Customer service
  • POS system operation
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability
  • Health and safety compliance

Employment History

Sales Associate - 09/2022 to Current

Sunglass Hut

  • Performed adjustments and repairs on prescription and non-prescription glasses, including fitting and replacement of parts.
  • Promoted healthy vision by counseling and educating patients on the benefits of polarized and UV400 glasses.
  • Increased store revenue by cross-selling with similar products using store promotions.
  • Answered incoming telephone enquiries to provide store, product, and service information.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep work areas clean and organized for optimum productivity.


Sales Associate - 09/2021 to 05/2022

Call It Spring

  • Provided exceptional service by assisting customers, answering questions, and making product recommendations.
  • Operated the cash register to process transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Utilized team collaboration to upsell and cross-sell products to increase sales and enhance the shopping experience.
  • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the store’s inventory, including styles, sizes, and features of shoes and accessories.

Certification

  • Foundations of Dementia certification program | Alzheimer's Society - 2023
  • Formulas and mathematical equations | World of Optics, Essilor Luxottica - 2022
  • TCPS 2 CORE (Tri-council policy statement), [Government of Canada] - 2020


Timeline

Intern

Pivot Your Wellness
06.2023 - 09.2023

Volunteer

Grand Genesis Physiotherapy Clinic
08.2021 - 09.2022

Volunteer

I.D.A. Pharmacy
05.2021 - 09.2021

Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences -

University of Ottawa

High School Diploma -

St. Robert Catholic High School
Yasaman Malekdanesh