Anjana Ashokchari
Edison,NJ
Summary
University student majoring in Biological Sciences (Pre-Medical Track), with nearly 3 years of experience in healthcare-related and fast-paced facilities. Has obtained leadership and communication skills through programs and activities paired with a non-profit organization. Obtained medical and computer science certifications. Offering background providing hands-on assistance and leadership skills in Medical, Community, and Technological settings. Looking to acquire skills helpful for a future in Medicine.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CHAIR AND IDEATOR
GLOBAL STAND AGAINST COVID
05.2020 - Current
- Runs an initiative to support students across the world cope with mental health challenges + Raised over $8,000 for COVID relief
PRESIDENT
RENAISSANCE LEO CLUB
01.2018 - Current
- Guided group of 20+ students and facilitates several community service projects, while fostering safe learning spaces
TEACHER
CERTIFIED ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR
01.2018 - Current
- Runs free workshops for kids and adults to help promote healthy living in the community
INTERN
ABRAIRA LAB RESEARCH
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Spring 2023
- Worked with Rutgers Professor Dr.Victoria Abraira and team on a research project concerning spinal injury in mice
- Assisted in monitoring mice behavior and reviewing research content
Clinical Care Technician
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON HOSPITAL
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Freshman Year of College
- Employed CCT - Performed Phlebotomy and presented direct patient care and assistance
- Worked alongside surgeons, doctors, and nurses and learned about hospital systems
VOLUNTEER
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN JFK HOSPITAL
- Summer of Grade 10
- Assisted nurses, doctors, and patients with their needs + experienced direct patient contact
- Learned basic medical terms to use in the hospital
VOLUNTEER
NIRVANA ADULT CARE CENTER
- Assisted in monitoring of elderly individuals (70+ years old) including taking vitals and documenting health conditions
- Facilitated healthy living habits and joyful environment with singing, dancing, memory games, etc.
TEACHER
ALOHA MATHEMATICS
- Guided students to use the Aloha Method when solving math problems + Provided assistance to other teachers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences: Pre-Med
Rutgers University
New Brunswick05.2025
National Certification - Phlebotomy Technician
Middlesex County College
Middlesex, NJ08.2023
Certification - CS50
Harvard
Online07.2023
Certification - Medical Terminology
Middlesex County College
Middlesex, NJ07.2023
Diploma - Acting in Film
New York Film Academy
New York City06.2023
Certification - CPR, AED, BLS
American Red Cross
In-Person Facility2021
Student Scholar - DNA Sequence Analysis
Waksman Institute
JP Stevens High School2021
Fellowship Award - Melvin Jones
Lions Club International
Online2020
Bachelor of Arts - Community Service Program
Lions University
NJ2020
Certificate - Rutgers Mini-Med Program
New Jersey Medical School
Newark2019
Dance Award - Naatyathara
Shivajyothi Dance Academy
NJ2019
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Patient Histories, Service, and Safety
- Medical Charts, Records, and Condition Monitoring
- Technology Integration
- Writing Code
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Lab Etiquette and Equipment
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- Medical Terminology
- CS50 (Coding Languages)
- BLS, AED, CPR
Accomplishments
Additional Accomplishments: National Honor Society, French Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars
Hobbies
Professional dancer trained in Indian classical (Bharatanatyam), Bollywood, and Hip-Hop - Currently choreographing and teaching classes; Trained singer in Indian classical (Carnatic) style; Piano player; Actor in short films and feature films; Content creator on TikTok with nearly 3 million views;
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
French
Professional Working
Malayalam
Limited Working
Timeline
INTERN
ABRAIRA LAB RESEARCH
03.2023 - 04.2023
Clinical Care Technician
ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON HOSPITAL
02.2022 - 06.2022
CHAIR AND IDEATOR
GLOBAL STAND AGAINST COVID
05.2020 - Current
PRESIDENT
RENAISSANCE LEO CLUB
01.2018 - Current
TEACHER
CERTIFIED ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR
01.2018 - Current
VOLUNTEER
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN JFK HOSPITAL
VOLUNTEER
NIRVANA ADULT CARE CENTER
TEACHER
ALOHA MATHEMATICS
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences: Pre-Med
Rutgers University
National Certification - Phlebotomy Technician
Middlesex County College
Certification - CS50
Harvard
Certification - Medical Terminology
Middlesex County College
Diploma - Acting in Film
New York Film Academy
Certification - CPR, AED, BLS
American Red Cross
Student Scholar - DNA Sequence Analysis
Waksman Institute
Fellowship Award - Melvin Jones
Lions Club International
Bachelor of Arts - Community Service Program
Lions University
Certificate - Rutgers Mini-Med Program
New Jersey Medical School
Dance Award - Naatyathara
Shivajyothi Dance Academy