Karim Pinzas
MD
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About
Physician (MD) and healthcare team lead with experience in emergency and intensive care medicine, behavioral health services, and clinical research support. Currently leads a team of 20 behavior technicians serving 20 clients at Mind Rise ABA. Previously headed a COVID-19 respiratory unit, directing 10 physicians and 18 nurses caring for about 40 patients per day.
Detail-oriented, protocol-driven, and fluent in English and Spanish. Seeking management and operations roles in healthcare and corporate environments.
Experience
Team Lead at Mind Rise ABA (2026-05 – Present)
Joined as Registered Behavior Technician (Mar 2026); promoted to Team Lead (May 2026)
- Lead a team of 20 Registered Behavior Technicians supporting 20 clients, coordinating schedules, caseloads, and session coverage
- Coach and support technicians on treatment protocols, data collection, and documentation standards
- Review session data and notes for accuracy and completeness ahead of treatment evaluations
- Act as liaison between technicians, clinical supervisors, and client families to resolve issues and keep services consistent
Registered Behavior Technician at Divine Steps Therapy, Brighter Strides (2024-09 – 2026-03)
Divine Steps Therapy (Sep 2024 – Feb 2026) | Brighter Strides (Sep 2025 – Mar 2026)
- Implement individualized behavior-intervention protocols and collect measurable data to track client progress
- Maintain detailed documentation and work with clinical supervisors to adjust intervention strategies
Medical Interpreter & Clinical Scribe at Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinic (2024-12 – Present)
- Provide real-time Spanish–English interpretation during patient visits, supporting clear communication and efficient clinic workflow
- Document clinical encounters accurately in the electronic medical record
Remote Medical Editor & Research Contributor at Microbes, Infection and Chemotherapy – Peru (2022-02 – Present)
- Edit and proofread clinical and scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication
- Verify clinical data, references, and statistical outcomes; ensure adherence to scientific and ethical publication standards
- Work with authors to improve clarity, structure, and data presentation
Physician – Emergency & Intensive Care Unit at ESSALUD – Huánuco, Peru (2020-01 – 2021-12)
Head of Respiratory Unit, COVID-19 Hospitalization. Headed the respiratory unit for high-flow and Venturi oxygen therapy in the COVID-19 hospitalization unit, leading 10 physicians and 18 nurses across approximately 40 patients per day.
- Delivered patient care in high-acuity emergency and ICU settings and enforced infection control and safety procedures
- Interpreted diagnostic data (ECG, ABG, laboratory results) to support rapid clinical decisions
- Screened and assessed patients, collected systematic clinical data, and documented care in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards
Medical Intern at Naval Hospital Medical Center – Callao, Peru (2018-01 – 2019-01)
- Completed structured rotations in surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, oncology, and emergency medicine
- Maintained patient records, assisted with procedures, and followed clinical protocols, informed consent, and confidentiality standards
Education
Doctor of Medicine in Medicine – Universidad Científica del Sur (2013-03 – 2020-03)
