Medical Experience
Nurse Aide (Ohio STNA Licensed)
Support patients with their daily activities while maintaining their comfort and dignity. Monitor and accurately record vital signs, ensuring timely communication with nursing staff. Promote a respectful and caring environment for optimal patient care.
Patient Care Assistant, Emergency & Trauma Center
Provide support to patients in the emergency room by addressing their immediate needs and ensuring their comfort. Assist nurses with various tasks and necessary supplies. Prepare rooms efficiently for incoming patients to ensure smooth care delivery.
Patient Care Volunteer, Inpatient Hospice Unit
Provide compassionate support to patients by addressing their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, engaging them in meaningful activities to create a comforting environment, and communicating concerns to management for optimal care.
Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy Intern
Worked closely with Occupational Therapists (OT) and Speech Therapists (ST) to aid children's developmental progress. Actively engaged children in therapeutic activities to promote growth. Fostered a supportive and nurturing environment for their development.
EMT Ambulance Ride-Alongs (50+ hours)
Gained practical experience in emergency medical situations through participation in ambulance ride-alongs. Assisted medical teams in real-time patient care during emergencies. Developed a deeper understanding of emergency responses.
Physician Shadowing (170+ hours)
Shadowed physicians in diverse specialties, including Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Neurology. Gained insights into fields like Oncology, Orthopedic Surgery, and Cardiology. Developed a broad understanding of medical care.
Medical Technology Experience
Software Developer Intern (Paid Employment)
Neni Techsystems, TX (Client: Highmark Health)
Developed automation for healthcare benefit documents using Quadient Inspire tools, streamlining efficiency in document management.
Group Leader, R Programming Research Camp, mIRcore
University of Michigan
Led a group of 10 students, providing guidance on resolving conceptual and technical challenges in R programming.
Offered innovative project ideas and supported the team in developing and refining their research projects.
Ensured that all team members were well-prepared for their final presentations, helping them effectively communicate their findings.
Teaching Experience
Chemistry and AP Chemistry Teaching Assistant
William Mason High School, Mason, OH
Harshita plays a pivotal role in supporting over 100 students by preparing lab solutions and guiding them through complex Chemistry and AP Chemistry concepts. Her approach combines problem-solving sessions with custom practice exams and supplemental materials, ensuring students build a strong foundation and confidence in the subject.
Language Arts Teaching Assistant
With a passion for literacy, Harshita works with both 5th and 10th-grade students, empowering them to improve their reading and writing skills. By breaking down challenging texts and assignments, she helps students not only succeed academically but also discover the joy of Language Arts.
Peer Tutor
Harshita serves as a peer tutor ay her highschool, specializing in Honors and AP-level Math and Science. She’s particularly effective at bridging gaps for Spanish-native students, ensuring that language barriers don’t hinder their academic success.
Coach & Tutor – Ukraine
Driven by her desire to make a global impact, Harshita coaches underprivileged children in Ukraine, helping them master English communication and express themselves confidently. Her work is transformative, giving these children the tools to succeed in a world where language is key to opportunity.
Certified Tutor – Advanced Math, Biology and Chemistry
As a certified tutor on Schoolhouse.world, Harshita leads engaging sessions in Advanced Math, Biology, and Chemistry. She goes beyond the typical tutoring role, sparking curiosity and passion in students while ensuring they achieve academic excellence.
General Volunteering Experience
One-on-One Buddy for Special Needs Children
Pause for Parents, Play for Kids, Inc., Cincinnati, OH
Harshita serves as a compassionate one-on-one buddy for children with high-needs autism, offering personalized care and emotional
support. She fosters a sense of belonging and self-worth, helping the children feel valued. Her role also provides much-needed relief to families, ensuring their child is in capable hands.
Team Lead – International Internship Program (IIP)
Bauchi, Nigeria
Harshita leads a team of six students collaborating with healthcare professionals in Bauchi State, Nigeria, to address the pressing issue of
malnutrition. She works to educate the local community about the importance of proper nutrition and actively fundraises to support malnutrition relief efforts in the region.