Katelin Isakoff

Experience

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  Simsbury Farms Recreation Complex

  Jun 2016 - Jul 2021

  Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
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  Flamig Farm

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2019

  Summer Camp Counselor

  Managed groups of kids ages 5-13, led farm-focused activities

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  Tufts University

  Aug 2020 - Sept 2021

  Pre-Orientation Leader, Fitness and Individual Development at Tufts (FIT) Pre-Oreintation

  Assisting incoming classes with the adjustment to college, developing a sense of community, promoting a healthy college lifestyle

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  UConn Health

  May 2021 - Aug 2021

  Research Intern at the Clinical Biomechanics and Bioskills Laboratory, Dept. of Orthopedics

  Generated a surgical procedure outcomes database. Observed resident labs. Increased knowledge of anatomy and was exposed to initial lessons in orthopedic operations.

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  Tufts University

  Jan 2022 - Apr 2023

  Destigmatizing student-athlete mental health. Working in partnership with The Hidden Opponent (THO), a national non-profit dedicated to raising awareness for student-athlete mental health. Increasing resources and administrative involvement 2x NCAA National Champion, 8x All-American, First-Team Academic All-American, Scholar All-American, NESCAC Performer of the Week, NESCAC Conference Champion, NESCAC All-Conference, NESCAC All-Academic Investigating potential roles of error-prone DNA polymerases, specifically Pol Q, in DNA double-strand break repairs in the model organism, Drosophila melanogaster. Studying roles of endonucleases in DNA damage tolerance Volunteer first responder to emergencies on and around campus. Providing prehospital patient evaluation and treatment within the EMT-B scope of practice. Attending weekly training session and lectures led by physicians. Serving as a paired mentor to a newer EMT. Working to increase membership accessibility Analyzing qualitative and quantitative data surrounding Brazilian immigrant mental health and vaccine hesitancy. Studying attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of adults ages 27-45 related to HPV vaccination. Conducted a qualitative research project using a community-based participatory research approach investigating how members of the Somerville immigrant community are experiencing the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and how they are accessing pandemic related information; Worked alongside community and academic partners, interpreters, and the Welcome Project (local immigrant advocacy organization); Aimed to center immigrant community members' voices and highlight their stories

  • President/Founder, The Hidden Opponent at Tufts University

    Aug 2021 - Apr 2023

  • Athlete, Women's Swimming and Diving

    Sept 2019 - Apr 2023

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant, McVey Lab

    Sept 2021 - Jan 2023

  • Emergency Medical Technician, Co-Chair of DEI, Tufts University Emergency Medical Services (TEMS)

    Mar 2021 - Dec 2022

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant, Allen Community-Based Health Intervention Lab

    Sept 2021 - Aug 2022

  • Community-Based Participatory Researcher

    Jan 2022 - May 2022
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  Tufts Medical Center

  May 2022 - May 2023

  Conducted clinical research contributing to organizational mission of improving health by advancing the measurement of, and knowledge about, the social behavioral, medical, and biological factors that influence individual and population health and ability to participate fully in society. Assisted in patient care plan preparation and engaged in patient visits. Managed REDCap database and presented study updates in multi-site meetings.

  • Full Time Clinical Research Assistant at the Center for Health Solutions

    Jan 2023 - May 2023

  • Per Diem Clinical Research Assistant at the Center for Health Solutions

    Aug 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Summer Scholar at the Center for Health Solutions

    May 2022 - Aug 2022
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  Steward Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center

  Sept 2022 - Dec 2022

  Patient Care Intern

  Gathered medical histories and listened to initial patient concerns; Led supervised concussion tests, reviewed MRI scans, and practiced basic physical examinations on uninjured limbs for simultaneous comparison; Improved knowledge of musculoskeletal system; Engaged in return to sport discussions

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  Guidepoint

  Jun 2023 - Apr 2024

  Healthcare Research Associate
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  Orangetheory Fitness

  Aug 2023 - Apr 2024

  Front Desk Staff
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  Stanford University School of Medicine

  May 2024 - now

  Leadership in Health Disparities Program