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Zirwa Malik

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Compassionate and organized professional with experience as a Medical Assistant and Tutor, skilled in teamwork and problem solving. Successfully supported students facing challenges while enhancing their academic performance. Completed comprehensive coursework in medical assisting and phlebotomy with hands-on clinical training in capillary blood collection. Demonstrated attention to detail in meal preparation for the MANNA Organization, ensuring health-focused outcomes for individuals with serious illnesses.

Work History

Volunteer

Michael Miles, MANNA Organization
11.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in preparing and packaging medically tailored meals for individuals living with cancer and other serious illnesses.
  • Collaborated with volunteers from diverse backgrounds to efficiently prepare food and pack meal containers in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Supported the mission of improving health outcomes by ensuring meals were accurately portioned, safely packaged, and ready for delivery.
  • Contributed to the delivery preparation process, helping ensure meals reached Philadelphia residents directly at their homes.
  • Demonstrated teamwork, compassion, and attention to detail while supporting individuals facing significant health challenges.

Tutor

Olivia Edwards, Adopt-A-School
10.2025 - Current
  • Supported a 1st-grade classroom by assisting students with Math, English, Science, and Social Studies instruction.
  • Provided one-on-one and small-group support to students who were academically behind, adapting instruction to individual learning needs.
  • Assisted the classroom teacher with grading assignments, organizing materials, and monitoring student progress.
  • Helped students regulate emotions and stay focused, using calming strategies to support learning readiness.
  • Guided students through completing classwork and homework, reinforcing foundational skills in reading, writing, and math.
  • Supported students facing housing insecurity and other challenges, offering consistent academic and emotional support in the classroom.
  • Collaborated with the teacher to reinforce classroom goals and maintain a positive, structured learning environment.

Medical Assistant

07.2025 - Current


  • Completed coursework in medical assisting and phlebotomy, developing foundational clinical skills.
  • Practiced capillary blood collection using infant heel sticks and fingerstick techniques.
  • Trained in adult venipuncture, including proper tube color identification and order of draw.
  • Worked collaboratively in a classroom laboratory setting, teaching and practicing blood collection techniques with peers.
  • Learned and performed manual blood pressure measurement using a sphygmomanometer and stethoscope.
  • Applied standard safety, hygiene, and patient-care protocols during all procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Biology

Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
04-2026

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organized and efficient
  • Problem-solving

Languages

Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Volunteer

Michael Miles, MANNA Organization
11.2025 - Current

Tutor

Olivia Edwards, Adopt-A-School
10.2025 - Current

Medical Assistant

07.2025 - Current

Associate of Science - Biology

Community College of Philadelphia