Samara Sheikh

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and bilingual (English/French) student professional with a proven track record of managing high-volume administration, data entry, and front-desk logistics.

Extended

French student holding a B1 language proficiency level, fully capable of professionally screening calls, directing inquiries, and translating documents in both official languages. Expert at managing multiple priorities in rapid, fast-paced environments while maintaining absolute confidentiality of sensitive information and delivering a professional, welcoming environment.

Veterinary Assistant (Co-op) at Mainview Animal Hospital (2026-07 – Present)

• Serve as the primary point of contact for an average of 20+ visitors and clients daily, delivering a welcoming and highly professional reception environment.
• Professionally answer, screen, and route 20+ incoming phone calls and digital inquiries per shift, minimizing wait times by 15% through efficient problem-solving.
• Manage complex office calendars, coordinate appointment scheduling, and prepare accurate intake documents for an active team of medical professionals.
• Maintain strict sanitization and infection control protocols by sterilizing examination rooms, and prepping medical equipment.

Chapter Secretary & Media Manager at HOSA Canada (St. Kateri Tekakwitha) (2025-05 – Present)

• Input, update, and manage registration databases for 100+ active members with an audited 0% error rate in data entry, digital scanning, and filing.
• Drafted, translated, and coordinated promotional documents and outgoing emails in both English and French to support inclusive regional chapter events.
• Managed room bookings, structured multi-department office calendars, and coordinated schedules for weekly executive committee sessions.

Treasurer & Media Manager (Canadian Branch) at The Metastatic Cancer Initiative (2024-09 – Present)

• Processed incoming/outgoing mail, managed logistics, and handled digital spreadsheet data to coordinate community-wide fundraising events.
• Successfully raised over $500 for hospital foundations.

Clinical Observer at Dawson Road Family Medical Clinic (2025-07 – 2025-08)

• Shadowed a high-traffic medical reception desk for 70+ hours.
• Observed complex phone screening workflows, incoming fax sorting, and strict patient confidentiality practices.
• Observed how physicians handle patient confidentiality (Ontario's PHIPA regulations) and decision-making.

High School Diploma – St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Secondary School

AP Scholar, Health & Wellness Specialist High School Major (SHSM), Extended French Program