Denise Kim

Experience

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  Valencia Club Pilates

  Apr 2021 - Aug 2023

  Certified Pilates Instructor

  Instructed in-person group classes up to 12 people on various Pilates equipment at various class levels to strengthen and improve the client quality of life through improved core stability, mobility, and overall health Offer modifications for various limitations, conditions, and contraindications to make class flows inclusiveBuilt professional relationships with clients to customize adjustments and appropriately challenge their bodies

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  The Delco Lab

  Nov 2022 - Oct 2024

  Undergraduate Student Researcher

  Studying mitochondrial dysfunction as a potential biomarker for post-traumatic osteoarthritis in equine and human samples by analyzing mitochondrial damage associated molecular patterns (mDAMPs) in injured chondrocytes Specifically quantified expression of mtDNA, connexin-43, and activation of TLR-9 receptor pathways in various OA tissue samples by DNA isolation, assays, and PCR to analyze for significance in relation to OA development Future implications of research is to mitigate further cartilage degeneration in orthopedic injuries Show less

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  Derm & Rejuvenation Institute

  May 2024 - Jul 2024

  Back Office Medical Assistant Intern

  To facilitate efficient office flow, I prepped trays and the OR for cosmetic and medical procedures (filler, botox, PRP, laser, biopsy, excisions, Mohs), turned over/set up rooms and prepped patients for doctor (photos, numbing, EHR)Provided excellent customer service, filed necessary Rx and insurance paperwork and sterilized/cleaned equipment

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  CAYUGA DERMATOLOGY, PLLC

  Oct 2024 - now

  Medical Assistant

  • Prepare treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.• Prepare patient for office visit/treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and drapingpatient.• Provide information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.• Provide instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area;position instruments for doctor's access; pass instruments.• Help doctor manage medical emergencies by obtaining and maintain CPR certification.• Educate patients by giving printed information and postoperative instructions.• Document services by charting patient records.• Scribe for doctor during patient appointments.• Communicate selected biopsy results with patients.• Answer telephones.• Input patient information into the computer.• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.• Maintain safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules, andregulations.• Clean office regularly and help with laundry.• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.• Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements;follow manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoot malfunctions; call for repairs; maintainequipment inventories; evaluate new equipment and techniques.• Maintain medical supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level;anticipate needed supplies; place and expediting orders for supplies; verify receipt ofsupplies.• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Show less