Eva Ruiz
3715 West 16th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6R 3C5 (408) 429-3105 evabelen1100@gmail.com
Objective
Procure a position as part of the Rehabilitation Research Program (RRP) to gain exposure and experience to the world of health care, specifically physical therapy.
Education
AUGUST 2016 – JUNE 2021 (Expected)
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC– Psychology (Biology Minor)
Current Average: 82.5%.
Relevant Coursework: Human Biology 153, Health Psychology, Advanced Placement Statistics, and Sensory Systems.
Languages: Fluent Spanish and Fluent English
Work Experience
APRIL 2020 – PRESENT
Behavioural Interventionist, Vancouver, BC – Instructor
- Work with children on the Autistic Spectrum to help improve their social, motor, and linguistic skills.
- Involves teaching, updating a variety of programs, and recording data.
APRIL 2019 – APRIL 2020
Memory and Imagination Lab, Vancouver, BC – Lab Member
- Transcribed interviews from past studies.
- Ran participants through a study on the impact of negative images on memory.
MAY 2018 – SEPTEMBER 2019
Peak Physical Therapy, Cupertino, CA – Assistant
- Supported both assistants and physical therapists in caring for patients.
- Work involved patient interaction, setting up patients on machines, and assisting them with various exercises/information.
OCTOBER 2017 – APRIL 2019
Laurelhurst Pool, Cupertino, CA – Lifeguard
- Ensured the safety of swimmers in the neighborhood pool. Additional responsibilities included teaching swim lessons and communicating regularly with management and other lifeguards.
Volunteer Experience
OCTOBER 2017 – APRIL 2020
UBC Blood4Life, Vancouver, BC – Drive Coordinator
- Collected tissue samples for the bone marrow registry in Canada.
- Informed people about the need for the collection of samples and what they can do to help those with autoimmune diseases.
- Managed paperwork to ensure that informed consent was received from the donors.
OCTOBER 2017 – APRIL 2019
UBC Splash Kids, Vancouver, BC – Instructor
- Taught swim lessons for kids with disabilities, specifically those on the Autistic spectrum.
- Designed and conducted one-on-one interactions with the kids to ensure cooperation and skill/motor improvements.
MARCH 2018 – APRIL 2020
UBC Cyber Seniors, Vancouver, BC – Volunteer Coordinator
- Organized and recruited volunteers to help answer IT-related questions at a senior centre.
Awards & Recognition
AUGUST 2018 – PRESENT
Golden Key International Honour Society, Vancouver, BC– Member
- Top 15% of UBC students
AUGUST 2018 – PRESENT
Field Hockey, Vancouver, BC– Player
- Varsity team: 2013-2016
- Twice awarded the annual Coaches’ Award for dedication and team leadership
References
Available upon request