Pranathi Miryala
New Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Personable and compassionate candidate with strong communication skills and dedication to patient care. Understanding of medical terminology and proficiency with electronic health records enhances ability to support healthcare teams. Focused on providing quality patient experiences and contributing to efficient clinical operations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Geriatric Treatment Resources LLC
Lawrence, NJ
03.2026 - Current
- Administered patient care, supporting physicians with examinations and procedures.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, ensuring efficient clinic operations and minimal wait times.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication instructions, enhancing compliance.
Research Assistant
Buffone Lab
Newark, NJ
08.2025 - Current
- The Buffone Lab at NJIT is a Biomedical Engineering Lab that utilizes CRISPR genetic engineering, flow cytometry, and models of acute inflammation to study how cancer and immune cells interact and move in their environment
- Primary undergraduate investigator for a project studying the leukocyte adhesion cascade for neutrophils/neutrophil like cells, and the direction of their migration due to integrin-ligand interactions
- Prepared cell cultures (HL60 and KG1a), maintained aseptic conditions, and routinely passaged cells to support migration assays
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Hospitals
Old Bridge, NJ
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted physicians and nurses in patient examinations, vital sign measurements, and basic diagnostic procedures to support efficient patient flow
- Collected and processed blood, urine, and other lab specimens
Dental Assistant
Smiles Of Marlboro
Marlboro, NJ
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Assisted dentist during restorative, surgical, and preventive procedures by preparing instruments, materials, and patient setup
- Recorded and updated patient medical histories, treatment notes, and procedure details accurately in electronic health records (EHR)
- Mixed and prepared dental materials (impressions, cements, composites) for various restorative procedures
Education
Bachelors - Biology
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ05-2026
Master of Science - Biomedical Science
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05-2027
Skills
- NREMT certification through Safe-T EMS, Marlboro NJ 2023
- Flow Cytometry, ImageJ, live-cell imaging
- PCR, Western blotting, protein quantification assays, microfluidic device handling and fabrication
- Measuring and recording vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, SpO₂, etc)
- Performing EKGs
- Medical terminology knowledge
Leadership
- Social Media Coordinator for Hindu Y.U.V.A Executive Board at NJIT (Fall 2024-Spring 2026)
- Internal Vice President for HOSA NJIT (Fall 2026)
- Co-Captain for NJIT Tharanga: South Asian Competitive dance team (Spring 2025-Spring 2026)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Geriatric Treatment Resources LLC
03.2026 - Current
Research Assistant
Buffone Lab
08.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Hospitals
04.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Smiles Of Marlboro
09.2024 - 12.2025
Bachelors - Biology
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Master of Science - Biomedical Science
Rutgers University