Mahyass Pakzad

Detail-oriented and patient-focused healthcare professional with hands-on experience in phlebotomy, blood collection, specimen handling, and patient care. Skilled in performing blood draws quickly, accurately, and efficiently while maintaining patient comfort and following OSHA, infection-control, and safety protocols. Highly organized and precise with data entry, documentation, and laboratory information, with strong attention to accuracy and detail.

Friendly, outgoing, and an effective team player who communicates well with patients and coworkers and thrives in fast-paced clinical and laboratory environments.

Volunteer, 200 hr at Evergreen Health Hospital (2025-09 – Present)

• Assisted healthcare staff with patient care and comfort needs.
• Organized medical supplies and maintained cleanliness in patient areas.
• Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information.
• Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients.
• Delivering lab specimens.
• Patient discharge and escort.
• Checking in patients for their upcoming appointments.
• Escorting patients to examination rooms when requested by medical staff.

Barista Trainer at Fred Meyer/Starbucks (2023-03 – Present)

• Trained new staff on beverage preparation and customer service standards, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
• Coached team members on effective communication with customers, fostering a positive service environment.
• Managed inventory by tracking supplies and ordering essentials to ensure consistent product availability.
• Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
• Ensured adherence to company conduct and service standards in daily operations.

Undergraduate Student Researcher at Bellevue College (2025-07 – 2025-08)

• Collaborated with lab group on C. elegans research projects.
• Executed gel electrophoresis to separate DNA fragments for downstream analysis.
• Conducted RNAi knockdown studies on ced-3 gene affecting paralysis in Alzheimer's model strain.
• Organized and analyzed research data using Excel to support project conclusions.

Undergraduate research at Bellevue College (2025-01 – 2025-03)

• Mastered synthesis techniques for biodiesel production, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Synthesized unsaturated coconut oil and vegetable oil for biodiesel fuel project.
• Conducted biodiesel experiments to explore sustainable energy solutions.
• Performed routine tests on samples to verify quality and safety compliance.
• Prepared chemical solutions and reagents, adhering to established protocols for accuracy.

Graduate student in Health science/biology – University of Washington (UW)

GED – GED Testing Service (2023-08 – 2023-08)

Associate of Applied Science in Science – Bellevue College