Malak Shatlh
Bayonne,NJ
Summary
Compassionate healthcare volunteer committed to enhancing patient experiences through effective communication and support. Experience in managing logistics and coordinating team efforts to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hackensack Meridian Health
Hackensack, New Jersey
09.2024 - Current
- Shadow healthcare professionals across the unit to gain real-world exposure to patient care, clinical workflows, and hospital operations.
- Support staff by ensuring patients' non-medical needs are met promptly and compassionately.
- Assist with meal ordering and delivery coordination.
- Handle distribution tasks, managing equipment flow efficiently across units.
- Observe professional bedside manner and interdisciplinary collaboration,
- Support a positive, respectful environment while maintaining patient privacy, and hospital standards.
Arabic Language Teacher & Quran Instructor
Al-Noor Supplementary School
Union City, New Jersey
09.2022 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for Arabic language instruction.
- Facilitated interactive classroom activities to enhance student participation.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback on assignments.
- Provided one-on-one support to students needing extra assistance.
- Integrated technology into lessons to improve learning experiences.
Event Planner
Masjid As-Salam
Jersey City, New Jersey
07.2021 - 01.2025
- Plan and coordinate youth and community events, including holiday celebrations, sports tournaments, and outreach programs.
- Co-lead the Ramadan Food Pantry, serving over 250 people daily; oversee logistics, food preparation, and volunteer teams.
- Organize inter-mosque sports tournaments.
- Design flyers, logos, and t-shirts with peers to boost engagement and event visibility.
- Support festivals and youth events by handling schedules, supplies, and setup to create inclusive, welcoming spaces.
- Contribute to outreach programs that build stronger mosque-community connections.
Education
High School Diploma -
County Prep High School
Jersey City, NJ06-2025
Bachelor of Science -
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJSkills
- Patient care and intake
- Vital signs monitoring
- Event coordination
- Interpersonal communication
- Professionalism and ethics
- EKG monitoring and CPR
- Bilingual in Arabic and English
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant by the National Healthcareer Association
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Provider by the American Heart Assosication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Additional Volunteer Work
- I spent my last two summers volunteering in underserved community clinics in Egypt, assisting physicians with patient intake, translation, and basic care tasks. Supported daily clinic operations, communicated with patients and families in Arabic, and observed a wide range of medical conditions in low-resource settings. Gained exposure to global health disparities and patient care in poverty-affected areas.
Timeline
Volunteer, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hackensack Meridian Health
09.2024 - Current
Arabic Language Teacher & Quran Instructor
Al-Noor Supplementary School
09.2022 - Current
Event Planner
Masjid As-Salam
07.2021 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
County Prep High School
Bachelor of Science -
Rutgers University