Tarun Nandakumar
Longmeadow
Summary
Detail-oriented student with strong communication and organizational skills. Proficient in patient documentation and information management, enhancing patient care quality. Holds EMT-B certification, demonstrating a commitment to the field of healthcare.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Scribe
Dr. Parikh's Office
Enfield
12.2023 - Current
- Gather patient information, enter patient vitals, lab requests, and immunizations into online portal
- File, organize, and scan patient charts; implemented a scanning system for patient insurance cards to simplify and streamline the insurance collection process
- Submitted 100+ patient documents and encounter histories to insurance companies for patient reimbursement.
Red Cross Club
Co-President
Longmeadow
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Coordinated bi-weekly meetings for club of 45+ members to strategize community service initiatives.
- Organized first in-school blood drive since pandemic, collecting over 15 pints of blood.
- Arranged donation drives for health products, non-perishables, and clothing for underserved communities.
- Directed efforts toward supporting local nonprofit The Gray House to alleviate community hardships.
STAND/Close Community Coalition
Executive Board Member
Longmeadow
09.2021 - 06.2025
- Organized awareness activities with CLOSE Community Coalition to educate club members on substance abuse dangers.
- Spearheaded annual school survey on substance abuse, collecting and analyzing data for infographics.
- Attended CADCA National Leadership Forum to gain insights from policymakers on substance abuse strategies.
- Engaged with Senator Elizabeth Warren’s representative regarding Narcan approval as over-the-counter emergency treatment.
Biology Tutor
National Honors Society & Independent
Longmeadow
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Developed personalized lesson plans for diverse student learning needs both independently and through National Honors Society.
- Assessed student understanding through quizzes and interactive activities.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging student participation and addressing questions or concerns during tutoring sessions.
Physician Observer
Shadowing
Longmeadow
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Shadowed five physicians, including a neurosurgeon and an OB-GYN, to gain insights into patient care and medical procedures.
- Gained understanding of diverse medical specialties and observed patient-doctor interactions.
- Learned about billing practices and healthcare operations through direct observations.
- Explored various aspects of healthcare delivery by engaging with different medical professionals.
Volunteer
JGS Lifecare
Longmeadow
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Coordinated recreational activities to enhance resident engagement and socialization.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY05-2029
High School Diploma -
Longmeadow High School
Longmeadow, MA05.2025
Skills
- EMT-B Certification
- Problem-solving
- Patient documentation
- Fluent in Tamil
- Data entry experience
- Strong communication skills
Awards
- Princeton Brain Bee Finalist, 2022
- Honorable Mention, USA Biology Olympiad, 2024
- National Merit Commended [222 Index], 2024
- AP Scholar with Distinction 20224
- 1st Honor Roll, Longmeadow High School, 2021-2025
Other Coursework
- MIT OpenCourseWare, Introduction to Neuroscience
- John Hopkins CTY, Honors Chemistry
Timeline
Medical Scribe
Dr. Parikh's Office
12.2023 - Current
Physician Observer
Shadowing
06.2023 - 02.2025
Biology Tutor
National Honors Society & Independent
09.2022 - 05.2025
Red Cross Club
Co-President
09.2021 - 06.2025
STAND/Close Community Coalition
Executive Board Member
09.2021 - 06.2025
Volunteer
JGS Lifecare
06.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
Cornell University
High School Diploma -
Longmeadow High School
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