Emma Pardo

Confident and reliable pre-PA student offering excellent communication and leadership skills and ability to succeed in fast-paced environments.

Medical Assistant at Skin Center of South Miami (2025-05 – Present)

Support dermatologists and a Physician Assistant in a high-volume dermatology practice while maintaining patient comfort, privacy, and safety.

• Room patients, review histories and concerns, prepare procedure areas, and assist with medical and cosmetic dermatology visits.
• Administer biologic injections, assist with lidocaine administration, perform phlebotomy, and prepare specimens for laboratory testing.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, prescriptions, post-procedure instructions, medication use, follow-up care, and pharmacy coordination.
• Process prior authorizations, maintain accurate EMA documentation, update charts, and support efficient clinic operations.

Learning Assistant - Human Anatomy at Florida International University (2024-08 – 2025-04)

Selected as a Learning Assistant for Anatomy under Dr. Ana Benaduce at FIU.

• Provided in-class academic support, guided peer discussions, and facilitated group learning activities.
• Clarified complex anatomical concepts and assisted students with lab material and exam preparation.
• Reinforced lecture content through supplemental instruction and review sessions.

Clinical Research Assistant / Medical Assistant at Clintex Research Group (2023-09 – 2025-03)

Performed patient assessments and clinical research support activities.

• Performed patient assessments, vital signs, medication reconciliation, 12-lead EKGs, and visit preparation for clinical research participants.
• Assisted investigators and coordinators with protocol implementation, study visits, participant follow-up, scheduling, and retention efforts.
• Maintained organized source documentation and clinical trial records while supporting accuracy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.
• Built rapport with participants by explaining visit expectations, answering routine questions, and escalating concerns appropriately.

Certified Nursing Assistant Intern at Cyber CNA (2024-11 – 2025-05)

Provided direct patient-care support and assistance.

• Provided direct patient-care support, mobility assistance, infection-control support, and activities-of-daily-living assistance.
• Promoted dignity, comfort, independence, and safety while collaborating with healthcare professionals in patient-care settings.

Dual Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Neuroscience & Natural & Applied Science – Florida International University (2021 – 2025-04)