Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Research And Presentations
References
Honors And Awards
Community Work And Leadership
Languages
Timeline
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YARELIS Y. SALGADO RODRIGUEZ

YARELIS Y. SALGADO RODRIGUEZ

Toa Alta,Puerto Rico

Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at the Department of Health, excelling in vaccine administration and patient education. Proven ability in relationship building and clinical assessments, ensuring effective communication and community outreach. Committed to enhancing patient care through leadership and problem-solving skills, fostering a collaborative environment for optimal health initiatives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

Dr. Luz Nogueras
Barceloneta
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assisted with the coordination of community health initiatives, including vaccination drives and patient outreach programs
  • Provided pharmacy-related assistance, ensuring patients understood medication instructions and potential side effects
  • Supported event organization, maintaining accurate records and ensuring efficient operations for health-related initiatives

Vaccination Specialist

Department of Health
, Puerto Rico
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Company Overview: Voces PR
  • Assisted in the dispensing and administration of vaccines across various locations on the island
  • Educated patients on vaccine benefits, side effects, and post-vaccination care
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure accurate vaccine distribution and record-keeping
  • Voces PR

Assistant Physician

Dr. Eddie Rodriguez
Bayamón
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Communicated treatment plans and health concerns with patients and families
  • Assisted in coordinating follow-up appointments for patient continuity of care
  • Performed diagnostic tests, including EKGs and lab draws, under physician supervision

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Belmont University - School of Pharmacy
Nashville, TN
01.2028

BS - Human Biology

University of Puerto Rico - Bayamón
Bayamón
06.2019

Skills

  • Relationship Building
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Leadership
  • Community Service
  • Cultural awareness
  • Community outreach
  • Clinical assessments
  • Time management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Multitasking
  • Patient education

Affiliations

  • American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
  • American Medical Student Association (AMSA)
  • American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • Tennessee Pharmacists Association (TPA)
  • American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)

Certification

  • APhA | Injection Technique Assessment, 2024
  • American Heart Association | Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider, 03/31/25
  • CEimpact | HIPAA Training for Health Professionals, 2024
  • CEimpact | OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 2024
  • CEimpact | OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 2025
  • NIC | Interprofessional Competencies: Introductory Course, 2024
  • UNICEF | Prevention of Sexual Harassment and Abuse of Authority, 2021
  • UNICEF | Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies, 2021
  • Harvard Medical School | Understanding Addiction, 2021
  • Puerto Rico Health Department | COVID-19 Vaccine Management - Adults, 2021
  • Puerto Rico Health Department | COVID-19 Vaccine Management - Pediatrics, 2021
  • DataCamp | Introduction to SQL, 2024

Research And Presentations

  • Candidate for Summer Research - Colon Cancer, Belmont University, Dr. Ham, 2024
  • Degradation of GM2 Gangliosides by Beta-Hexosaminidase, University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón, 2017
  • CREBBP Gene Expression in Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome, University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón, 2016
  • Protein Characterization in Drosophila Virilis Development, University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón, 2016
  • Relationship Between Hand Hygiene and Influenza, University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón, 2016
  • Orthopedic Trauma Operations, Medical Science Hospital, PR, 2015

References

Available upon request

Honors And Awards

STEM Scholarship Winner, Washington D.C., 2014

Community Work And Leadership

  • Voces Puerto Rico, Supported vaccine awareness and distribution efforts, 2021
  • Hurricane Maria Volunteer, Provided food and first aid to affected communities, 2017
  • Susan G. Komen, Supported breast cancer awareness campaigns, 2014-2015
  • San Jorge Children's Hospital, Emotional and financial support for pediatric oncology patients, 2011-2018
  • We Care Project, Advocate for victims of human trafficking, 2019-2020
  • Farmacia 101, Led a workshop in September 2024, teaching P1-P3 pharmacy students effective communication strategies for Hispanic and non-English-speaking patients in healthcare settings., 2024

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Volunteer

Dr. Luz Nogueras
01.2024 - 06.2024

Assistant Physician

Dr. Eddie Rodriguez
03.2022 - 06.2022

Vaccination Specialist

Department of Health
01.2021 - 01.2023

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Belmont University - School of Pharmacy

BS - Human Biology

University of Puerto Rico - Bayamón

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