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Sarahn Summerlin

@sarahnsummerlin

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Clinical Research Coordinator skilled in medical writing and patient care.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to enhance patient care and contribute to impactful research in a collaborative environment.

I am a dedicated Clinical Research Coordinator with a B.S. in Biomedical Sciences, currently working at Emory University. My experience includes managing research projects at the Goizueta Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, where I excel in medical writing, patient recruitment, and data management. I thrive in high-pressure environments, ensuring compliance with study protocols while delivering exceptional patient care.

Throughout my career, I have developed strong skills in phlebotomy, telemetry equipment, and data entry. My role at Emory Healthcare as a Patient Services Coordinator honed my ability to coordinate patient experiences and improve processes in a complex healthcare setting. I am passionate about contributing to research that enhances patient outcomes and advancing my career in clinical research.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Clinical Research Coordinator

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Emory University

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Maintained data for research projects, completed source documents, and performed data entry according to study SOPs. Assisted with patient recruitment, conducted study participant visits, and administered cognitive tests.

Data Entry Patient Recruitment Microsoft Office

Patient Services Coordinator

Emory Healthcare

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Coordinated patient experiences in a high-volume, complex environment, handling financial investigations and patient intake materials. Delivered exemplary customer service to diverse patient populations while adhering to Joint Commission standards.

Customer Service Patient Intake Communication Scheduling

Phlebotomist/Donor Center Technician

Grifols Plasma

May 2021 - Present (4 years)

Conducted vein assessments for donor suitability and performed plasmapheresis procedures in a fast-paced environment. Operated, troubleshot, and performed routine maintenance for Aurora plasmapheresis machines, monitoring donors during donation.

SOPs Troubleshooting Problem Solving Documentation

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Grady Health System

Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Surveilled and accurately analyzed patient heart rates and rhythms, effectively communicating changes to medical staff. Achieved expertise in telemetry equipment maintenance and detailed documentation of changes.

Telemetry Documentation Patient Care

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Grade: 3.7 GPA, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and societies: Completed a 3-semester public health research project and presented findings at the UAB Expo. Completed Emory’s Office of Clinical Research training program. 100+ hours of shadowing in healthcare setting; 50 volunteer hours at Blazer Kitchen-UAB.

Majored in Biomedical Sciences with a minor/concentration in Nutrition Sciences and Honors in Health Science. Coursework included Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Physics, and Research Methods. Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a 3.7 GPA.