Valentina Melo
Upper Saddle River,NJ
Summary
Biology graduate seeking an opportunity to begin a career, focused on healthcare. Identifies and quickly closes knowledge gaps to offer value to the employer and the team. Excellent verbal and written communicator with a strong background in cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician
Englewood Hospital
Englewood, NJ
07.2025 - Current
- Venipuncture, finger sticks, and heel sticks for patients of all ages (inpatient and outpatient).
- Patient-centered care with a focus on comfort, safety, and empathy.
- Strong communication using the AIDET framework to enhance the patient experience.
- Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
- Patient education and support to reduce anxiety, and increase cooperation.
Deck Supervisor- Front Desk - Swim Instructor
Goldfish Swim School
Wyckoff, United States
07.2025 - Current
- Managed inventory of deck supplies, tools, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Helped clients by telephone and in person to resolve various billing and scheduling issues.
- Answered basic questions and provided information to clients and family members.
- Promoted water safety awareness through educational materials distributed at the beginning of each lesson session.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage continued effort from struggling students.
- Taught swimming techniques to students of various ages and skill levels.
Shadowing surgical Physician Assistant
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Observed how surgical procedures were done by a PA, while working under a surgical MD.
- Instrumentation – learn how different instruments are required for different procedures.
- Work/life balance.
- Critical thinking- Each case and patient is different, so they may require different approaches.
Dental Assistant
Pediatric Dentistry of Monsey
Suffern, NY
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Prepared stations for routine check-ups and specialized procedures.
- Performed preventive maintenance on dental equipment.
- Completed dental x-rays, carefully following safety procedures and processing images.
- Assisted dentists during dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficient treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2025
Certification: Phlebotomy Technician -
CDE Career Institute
Paterson, NJ05.2024
Associate in arts (A.A.) - Science
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05.2023
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medical terminology
- Quality control
- Instrument preparation and selection
- Patient services
- Data collection and analysis
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Phlebotomy techniques
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Native
- French, Intermediate
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician
Englewood Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Deck Supervisor- Front Desk - Swim Instructor
Goldfish Swim School
07.2025 - Current
Shadowing surgical Physician Assistant
11.2024 - 05.2025
Dental Assistant
Pediatric Dentistry of Monsey
09.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
Montclair State University
Certification: Phlebotomy Technician -
CDE Career Institute
Associate in arts (A.A.) - Science
Bergen Community College
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