Maxwell Roark
Jenkins
Summary
Highly motivated student majoring in Neuroscience who is pursuing a career in medicine. Passion for patient care and disadvantaged communities with a strong work ethic and strong academic record. Experienced in patient interaction through medical and clinical observation as well as volunteering at a senior living community. Seeking opportunities to further develop medical knowledge and experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
UKMED Program
University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine
Lexington
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Received first-hand experience of being a medical school student at the University of Kentucky. Made several meaningful connections and networks with others in the medical field.
Physician Shadowing
Whitesburg ARH and Pikeville Medical Center
Whitesburg
05.2025 - Current
- Shadowed physicians in inpatient and outpatient settings, observing examinations, diagnostics, surgeries and treatment planning.
- Interacted with patients under supervision and learned professional communication and bedside manner.
- Received mentorship and career advice from physicians.
General Office Assistant
Dr. Kevin Roark Family Dentistry
Whitesburg
05.2021 - Current
- Run errands for the staff and dentist.
- Blood pressure checks.
- Lunches, banking and post office.
- Checking and communicating the status of lab cases.
- Paperwork, organizing and shredding.
- Stocking supplies.
Education
Neuroscience Major
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 08.2023 - 04.2026
Skills
- Patient Interaction
- Clinical observation
- Data Analysis
- Measuring Vitals
- Tutoring
- Laboratory Techniques
Awards and Honors
- Dean’s List
- Provost Scholarship Recipient
- UKMED Program Participant
Volunteer Work
- When home during summer break I volunteer at a local nonprofit organization called Community Agricultural Nutritional Enterprises, Inc. or CANE Kitchen to locals. I help organize and distribute healthy fresh farmed foods to low-income families in our area.
- While at school I volunteer at a local senior living facility in Lexington during my free time.
Timeline
UKMED Program
University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine
06.2025 - 06.2025
Physician Shadowing
Whitesburg ARH and Pikeville Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
Neuroscience Major
University of Kentucky
08.2023 - 04.2026
General Office Assistant
Dr. Kevin Roark Family Dentistry
05.2021 - Current