Riya Manchanda
Columbus,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician and Certified Immunizer with expertise in medication management and patient care. Strengthens customer engagement through effective communication and interpersonal skills. Experienced in clinical observation and upholding confidentiality in fast-paced healthcare settings with a current position as a Hospital Volunteer.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
University Hospital
12.2025 - Current
- Engaged with patients to deliver information and resolve concerns effectively.
- Supported healthcare staff in patient care activities and streamlined daily operations.
- Supported administrative tasks, including data entry and record maintenance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of common areas, ensuring a welcoming environment.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with pharmacists to accurately prepare and dispense medications, ensuring patient safety
- Received and verified prescription orders from customers to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Maintain accurate records of medications
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing patient needs and enhancing overall experience
- CPR certified to support patient safety.
Shadowing Student
Bayonne Medical Care
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Observed physician-patient communication and treatment planning strategies to understand effective healthcare delivery
- Assisted in chronic disease management, preventive care visits, and pediatric wellness exams to enhance patient care
- Maintained patient confidentiality and professional standards in healthcare settings
Shadowing Student in Internal Medicine
Office of Mark Krivoshik, MD
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Observed physician-patient communication and treatment planning strategies to understand effective healthcare delivery
- Assisted in chronic disease management, preventive care visits, and pediatric wellness exams to enhance patient care
- Maintained patient confidentiality and professional standards in healthcare settings
Education
Pre-Medical Studies
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA12-2026
Northern Burlington High School
Columbus06-2023
Certificate in Computer Science 101
Stanford Online
06-2021
Skills
- Medication management
- Patient care
- Clinical observation
- Medical terminology
- Data entry experience
- Records organization
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Time management
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- FLUENT IN Hindi
- FLUENT IN Urdu
- FLUENT IN Punjabi
- Strong interpersonal skills
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacy Technician, State of New Jersey
- Certified Immunizer (Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery)
- CPR/BLS Certified, American Heart Association
Accomplishments
- Thomas Jefferson University Dean’s List, 2023-Present
- Presidential Grant (Jefferson), Present
- Honors Program Scholarship (Jefferson), Present
- Thomas Jefferson University Talent Show Winner, 2024, 2026
- Jersey Jalwa Bollywood Dance Competition Winner, 2025
- Dil Se Naach Bollywood Dance Competition Winner, 2025
- Hoftsra Hridaya Bollywood Dance Competition Winner, 2025
- Perfect Math Score on SAT Award, 06/23
- High Honor Roll, 2019, Present
- NBHS Gifted and Talented Program, 09/19, Present
- Kitty Hawk (JROTC Academic Society), 2019, Present
- National Honor Society, 11/21, 06/23
- French Honor Society, 2022, 2023
- AP Scholar, 2022
- AP Capstone Certificate, 2022
- Applied Technology and Engineering Program Award, 11/22
- JROTC Patriotic Youth Award (Veterans Of Foreign Wars Auxiliary), 05/22
- NBHS JROTC Greyhound Flight Outstanding Cadet Female, 05/22
- NBHS Robotics Club State Competitor - Inspire Award, 04/22
- 1st place in Academic Bowl, 06/21
- Greyhound Gala Award for Excellence, 05/18
- Hindi USA Diploma of Completion (Fluent in Hindi), 2010-2017
Leadership Experience
- Public Relations, Thomas Jefferson University’s SASA, 2025-Present
- Public Relations, Thomas Jefferson University’s URJA, 2025-Present
- Treasurer, Thomas Jefferson University’s Biology Society, 2024-2025
- Robotics Commander, AFJROTC, 09/22-06/23
- Co-Captain, NBHS Robotics Team, 10/22-06/23
- Deputy, Kitty Hawk, 09/21-06/22
- Manager, NBHS Track Team, Spring 2022
- Leader, Academic Bowl Team, Spring 2021
Timeline
Volunteer
University Hospital
12.2025 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
06.2024 - Current
Shadowing Student
Bayonne Medical Care
09.2022 - 12.2022
Shadowing Student in Internal Medicine
Office of Mark Krivoshik, MD
04.2022 - 07.2022
Pre-Medical Studies
Thomas Jefferson University
Northern Burlington High School
Certificate in Computer Science 101
Stanford Online