Priyanka Baghaie
Mooresville
Summary
Compassionate professional with a background in research and current experience as a social worker, seeking to transition into a career in medicine. Proven ability to interact with diverse patient populations, manage time efficiently, and track data accurately. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to foster positive patient relationships and exceed workplace goals. Eager to leverage clinical experience and empathy to make a meaningful impact in the medical field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Richland Lexington DDSN Board
Greenville
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments and developed personalized care plans for individuals with head/spinal cord injuries and intellectual disabilities in rural South Carolina.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care and advocated for access to medical treatments and resources.
- Monitored patient progress in hospitals, care facilities, prisons, and home visits, adjusting care plans to optimize outcomes.
- Provided education, emotional support, and resource connections to patients and families.
- Collaborated with SSI/Medicare/Medicaid to ensure appropriate services and documentation.
- Maintained accurate daily documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Dog Groomer
Hari and Friends
Greenville
08.2023 - Current
- Founded and operated a successful dog grooming business, building a loyal client base through exceptional service.
- Provided grooming services such as baths, haircuts, and nail trimming for various dog breeds.
- Volunteered at Greenville County Shelter and Greenville Humane Society, grooming shelter animals for adoption.
- Managed client schedules and maintained accurate records to ensure high customer satisfaction.
Research Technician
Darville Lab, UNC School of Medicine
Chapel Hill
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Contributed to the development and refinement of the gold standard for Chlamydia testing, the Aptima Combo2 diagnostic test.
- Chlamydia research in collaboration with Pfizer, aimed at developing an mRNA vaccine.
- Trained and mentored new staff and interns in lab techniques and procedures.
- Presented research findings at conferences, meetings, and seminars.
- Prepared detailed technical documentation outlining research findings and interpretations.
- Conducted assays including cell culture, qPCR, ELISA, immunofluorescence staining, IFU, PFU, mouse work, and flow cytometry; contributed to clinical trial planning and data collection.
Education
Psychology B.A. - Maj, Chemistry Minor, Persian Minor
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill05.2023
International Baccalaureate Diploma -
South Iredell High School
Statesville06.2019
Skills
- Patient Care and Advocacy
- End-of-life care
- Medical Documentation
- Research and Presentation
- Head and Spinal Cord Injury Training
- Cell Culture
- Case management
LANGUAGES
Spanish - Highly proficient
Persian - Highly proficient
Hindi - Native speaker
English - Native speaker
Interests
Piano (Classical & Suzuki), Ballet (Royal Academy of Dance), Kathak (Indian Classical Dance), Animal Rescue & Fostering, Dog Grooming, Cooking
Timeline
Case Manager
Richland Lexington DDSN Board
09.2024 - Current
Dog Groomer
Hari and Friends
08.2023 - Current
Research Technician
Darville Lab, UNC School of Medicine
11.2021 - 05.2024
Psychology B.A. - Maj, Chemistry Minor, Persian Minor
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
International Baccalaureate Diploma -
South Iredell High School
PUBLICATIONS
- Dec 2024 - Diagnostic-avoiding Chlamydia trachomatis variants detected in cervical and endometrial specimens from women during 16S microbiome profiling (Paper)
- Oct 2024 - Optima Combo2-Avoiding Variants Detected in Cervical and Endometrial Specimens from a Cohort of Sexually Active Cisgender Women During 16S rRNA Microbiome Profiling (Poster)