Craig Clifford MD, MS
Chief Academic Officer
Dr. Clifford earned his M.D. at Rush University, followed by a highly competitive transitional internship within the UCLA medical system. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies and a Master of Science in Chemistry from University of Illinois - Chicago, where he participated in bench research focused on developing HIV treatments, and where he enjoyed working as an undergraduate lab instructor in the Chemistry department for several years. Dr. Clifford joined Ohio School of Phlebotomy in 2012 bringing his expertise, scientific knowledge, and experience as an educator to assist in curriculum building of our CCMA and EKG programs. Dr. Clifford currently oversees the development of OSP intellectual property.
Bronte Clifford BA, CPT
Executive Director
Having received her undergraduate degree in Mathematics at the University of Washington in Seattle, Ms. Clifford has an extensive background in clinical research, project management, and data analysis for organizations such as MathSoft, Inc., University of Utah Division of Medical Genetics, The Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital, Nationwide Childrens Hospital and the Center for Perinatal Research. Ms. Clifford acts as Executive Director of Ohio School of Phlebotomy, Inc,. as well as Director at our 10 sister schools. Her belief is that everyone deserves access to affordable, quality education and her commitment to bringing this mission into every community began over 12 years ago when she opened the first school in Columbus, Ohio.
Nathaniel Flannery
Community Development Administrator
After working in business management for many years, Nate chose to change his career and gained his EMS/EMT certification in 2012. Nate worked as an EMT, responding to 911 calls and transporting patients, before joining the Indiana School of Phlebotomy team as a Campus Coordinator in 2016. Nate has since used his passion for advocacy to improve student experiences and build business relations within our community. Because of this passion and hard work, Nate has become an integral member of our administration team as the Community Development Administrator for all of Ohio School of Phlebotomy Affiliated Schools. Nate is dedicated to working with our community partners to provide more educational opportunities to our students and manage those partnerships to foster growth and access to education within our communities.
Melissa Vanderpool
Associate Academic Officer
Melissa has nearly 18 years of health care experience. She received her diploma in Medical Assisting in 2001 from Sanford-Brown College. Since then, she has worked as a MA in family medicine, surgery, and cardiology. After 9 years as a MA, Melissa realized her true passion was phlebotomy and chose to narrow her focus. She has worked as a phlebotomist for the past 9 years performing biometric health screenings, insurance exams, health fair screenings, and pre-employment screenings. Melissa joined the KCSP team in 2017 with the goal to change the face of healthcare one student at a time. She endeavors to give each student the skills and knowledge to provide not only outstanding patient care but also outstanding customer service. Melissa teaches with compassion and instills confidence in each student.
Rebecca Thomas, CCMA, CPT
Chief Operations Officer
Rebecca comes from an extensive background in patient care management, long-term care, pain management, and wound care. After 12 years of focusing on those areas, Rebecca decided to expand her skills by taking both the Phlebotomy and Certified Clinical Medical Assisting courses at Ohio School of Phlebotomy. Since then, she has worked as a full-time paramedical examiner and has enjoyed offering outstanding care to her patients. She also worked as a substitute instructor for OSP and leads instruction for many of our off-site learning opportunities. Rebecca quickly became the Campus Coordinator at the Ohio Campus and has since moved into overseeing operations as the Chief Operations Officer.
Felicity Rennison, CCMA
Campus Administrator
Felicity worked in retail management for several years before completing her phlebotomy course at Ohio School of Phlebotomy in 2016. Following the completion of her program, she worked as a phlebotomist for institutions such as the America Red Cross and Adena Regional Medical Center before pursuing her CCMA certification. After successfully gaining her CCMA credential from Fortis College in 2018, Felicity gained experience in pediatric care at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Felicity is passionate about healthcare and is excited to assist prospective and current students make their way into the medical field by overseeing school growth and operational quality standards for Ohio School of Phlebotomy and its network of sister schools.
Morgan Plambeck
Externship Coordinator
Morgan serves as the Externship Coordinator across all campuses, connecting students with valuable real-world hands-on training opportunities. She began her journey with the company in 2022 as a Campus Coordinator at the Ohio campus. Her healthcare background began in 2015 as a CNA, she later pursued and earned her phlebotomy certification.
Melissa Jones
Campus Coordinator
With over 23 years of experience as a paramedic, Melissa has dedicated the majority of their career to providing critical care in the back of an ambulance, serving on the front lines of emergency medical services. Their diverse clinical background also includes time as a flight paramedic, as well as experience working in both the emergency room and urgent care settings. Prior to entering the medical field, Melissa worked as a customs broker, bringing a unique and well-rounded perspective to their professional journey.
Samantha Murray
Instructor
Samantha has 15 years of healthcare experience, including over 10 years as a CNA and more than 8 years as a phlebotomist. She also holds a Certified Instructor of Phlebotomy credential and has 1 year of teaching experience, along with 5 years of clinical training. Passionate and giving, Samantha enjoys being part of patients healthcare journeys and helping students develop their skills and confidence. She holds a CNA certification and Community Healthcare Worker certification from MCC-Pennvalley, a Phlebotomy certificate from Kansas City School of Phlebotomy, and a Certified Instructor of Phlebotomy credential from NPS. She also maintains BLS certification from the American Red Cross. Samantha currently works as Lead Phlebotomist at Encompass Medical Group, where she has been for 2 years.
Megan Kosiek BS
HR Associate
Megan serves as a Human Resources Associate at Ohio School of Phlebotomy, Inc., where she is responsible for payroll processing, recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations. She began with the organization as an HR Assistant and quickly advanced into her current role, demonstrating strong attention to detail and a commitment to organizational excellence. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Illinois State University and a Human Resources Management Certificate. During her time in college, Megan also contributed as a lab assistant for Human Memory and a teaching assistant within the Psychology Department.
Meredith Norris
Instructor
Bio Coming Soon!
Nicole Bolden
Instructor
Nicole is a dedicated healthcare professional with 15 years of experience in the medical field. Her decision to pursue a career as a Medical Assistant was driven by a genuine passion for helping others and addressing their needs. Over the course of her career, Nicole has developed a wealth of knowledge and expertise while navigating diverse and challenging situations, which she views as invaluable learning opportunities. She is deeply committed to sharing her skills and insights, inspiring others to recognize the rewarding nature of the medical field. Nicole has a passion for education and mentoring others to advance both her profession and the success of others.
Ana Celestino
Instructor
Ana is a dedicated healthcare professional with over six years of hands-on experience in nursing and clinical settings. She is passionate about delivering compassionate patient care while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency in every aspect of her work. In addition to her clinical background, Ana serves as a healthcare instructor, where she enjoys mentoring and preparing future professionals for success in the field. Her teaching style reflects her commitment to building confidence, competence, and real-world readiness in her students. Ana is driven to continue growing within the healthcare field while making a meaningful and lasting impact on both her patients and the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Crystal Bentinez
Campus Coordinator
Crystal has 9 years of experience in healthcare, working as both a Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist. She is passionate about making a difference in patient lives and helping others achieve their goals and potential. Known for being supportive, Crystal enjoys shaping lives through her work and training, offering guidance and encouragement whenever needed. Crystal continues to work in the field, combining her clinical expertise with her dedication to teaching and mentoring others.
Myndi Gordon-Preston
Instructor
Myndi is an experienced healthcare professional with a background in medical office operations and clinical support. She currently works as an Office Coordinator at HCA Belton Regional Medical Center, managing scheduling, insurance, patient records, financial processes, and radiology workflows.Her prior roles include Medical Assistant Clinical Preceptor and Lead Medical Office Specialist, where she trained staff, handled referrals and authorizations, and performed clinical procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, and injections. Myndi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and brings experience in both administrative leadership and patient care.
Tranika Sanders
Instructor
Bio Coming Soon!
Mark Young
Campus Assistant
Mark attended Kansas State University, where they studied Theatre. They later spent eight years in Chicago before relocating to Kansas City. As a Campus Assistant, Mark brings strong organizational skills and a diligent, detail-oriented approach to supporting the Kansas City campus. They are committed to helping create an efficient and welcoming environment for both students and staff.