Jenifar Patel

Jenifar Patel

Research Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Physician Assistant-Certified

  • Education

    • Mercer County Community College

      2010 - 2012
      Associate's Degree Biology,Chemistry 3.83
    • Rutgers University

      2012 - 2014
      Bachelor's Degree Microbiology, General
    • University of Bridgeport

      2020 - 2022
      Physician assistant
    • Middlesex Community College

      2018 - 2019
      Continue Education
  • Experience

    • Rutgers University

      Sept 2013 - Sept 2014
      Research Assistant

      ● Cultured and enumerated microorganisms in the soil.● Isolated and maintained the cultures of microorganisms (bacteria and fungi) of soil.● Monitored the effect of mercuric chloride on the microbial community of soil and on pure fungal culture by a plating method.● Extracted soil and pure fungal DNA followed by PCR and gel electrophoresis.● Analyzed and communicated the data through a poster and research paper.

    • Johnson & Johnson

      Apr 2015 - Jul 2018
      Laboratory Manager

      • Assisted in the development and advancement of consumer products by managing the sensory descriptive lab.• Trained lab technician to run sensory descriptive lotion and cleanser studies. • Recruited and trained new trainees in sensory descriptive lotion methodology.• Prepared study and non-study activities documents programmed studies in SIMS, and prepped the samples. • Scheduled panelists and administered studies and non-study activities, and ensured the procedures followed proper methodologies and protocol. • Monitored panelist performance and worked with panelists in the improvement of methodologies.• Managed lab equipment, supplies, study records, panelist records, and product inventories.• Assisted in data analysis, graphing, and reports.• Abided with the best of abilities with compliance of Johnson & Johnson SOPs. Show less

    • Dr. Thirumavalavan, Internal Medicine

      Aug 2018 - Dec 2019
      Medical Assistant

      • Checked patients in and record information on insurance coverage, medical history, medications & symptoms.• Took and record patients’ vitals• Obtain and upload patient’s diagnostics results on Electronic Health Records.• Promptly answer and return phone calls to patients, pharmacies, insurance companies.• Perform EKG’s and pass results along to the doctor.• Ensure all patients leave the clinic with information regarding next steps.

    • University of Bridgeport

      Apr 2021 - now
      Clinical Rotation

      CLINICAL ROTATION April 2021- May 20, 2020Pediatrics: Shelton Pediatrics, Shelton CT OB: Inga Zilberstein MD, Manhattan NY GYN: Essen Health - Women's Health Site, Bronx NY Family Medicine Bridgeport Family Medicine, Bridgeport CT Emergency Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport CT Psychiatry Recovery Network of Programs, Bridgeport CT Internal Medicine Waterbury Hospital, Waterbury CT Cardiology Saint Vincent Hospital, Fairfield CTSurgery Saint Mary, Waterbury CT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:• Conducted comprehensive well care and problem-focused history and physical exam on adult and pediatric population• Assisted preceptor in coming up with an appropriate diagnosis, ordering and interpreting pertinent laboratory and imagining studies, interpretation of EKG, and providing patient education• Performed pelvic exam, pap smear, breast exam, prenatal exam• Performed intramuscular, subcutaneous, intradermal injection, collection of culture• Performed Incision & Drainage, digital block, casting, and splinting• Performed closure of the wound by simple interrupted, subdermal suture, staple, and dreambound• Experience in sterile and aseptic techniques.• Assisted in various general surgery procedures such as cholecystectomy, hernia repair, hemorrhoid repair, colectomy, and small bowel resection.• Performed wound care and dressing Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PA-C)

      National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
      Jul 2022
    • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

      Department of Health - Linden, New Jersey
      Jun 2018
    • Basic Life Support for Healthcare and Public Safety (BLS)

      American Heart Association
    • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Experienced Provider (ACLS)

      American Heart Association
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Jenifar Patel
      Leadership Certificate - Apr 2019
    • Awarded to Jenifar Patel
      Deans List - Dec 2015
    • Awarded to Jenifar Patel
      Douglass Project Summer Research Stipend - Apr 2014
  • Volunteer Experience

    • EMT Volunteer

      Issued by East-Millstone First Aid Rescue Squad on Mar 2019
      East-Millstone First Aid Rescue SquadAssociated with Jenifar Patel
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Robertwood Hospital on Sept 2017
      Robertwood HospitalAssociated with Jenifar Patel
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Simuel Whitfeild Organization, on Mar 2013
      Simuel Whitfeild Organization,Associated with Jenifar Patel